Taiwan -born actor Shu Qi has completed production of her feature film directing debut, “Girl.” While plot and cast details of the new film remain under wraps, “Girl” is Shu Qi’s original story that ...
US sent ‘unserviceable’ and expired military equipment to Taiwan in water-damaged pallets
Such deliveries risk loss of confidence, US probe warns Pentagon, as Taipei says it is jointly addressing the issue with US authorities Mouldy armour and expired ammunition were among "unserviceable" US military equipment delivered to Taiwan recently,
Core Pacific City’s Chen Yu-kun questioned
Taipei prosecutors yesterday questioned Core Pacific City (京華城) board chairman Chen Yu-kun (陳玉坤) about alleged bribes and kickbacks to Taipei City Government officials.
Taipei Honors Artisans and Performers for Preserving Cultural Heritage – TaiwanPlus News
The city of Taipei has held a ceremony to recognize craftspeople and performers preserving the country's traditional arts, such as guqin making and Taiwanese opera.
Taiwan regulator rejects CTBC takeover attempt of Shin Kong
Taiwan's financial regulator rejected on Monday a takeover attempt by financial conglomerate CTBC of rival Shin Kong saying its plans were incomplete. CTBC made an unexpected bid for Shin Kong last ...
Taiwan set to hold rates steady on inflation worries: Reuters poll
Taiwan's central bank is expected to keep its policy interest rate unchanged this week and to stay the course until late next year as it deals with lingering inflation concerns, according to economists in a Reuters poll.
DeepL translation targets Taiwan as next key Asian market
INCHEON, South Korea -- AI-powered translation platform DeepL is looking to Taiwan as its next promising Asian market, after Japan and South Korea, the company's CEO told Nikkei Asia.
Explore places to dine and drink in Da’an, Taipei’s Michelin incubator
Here are some of our top recommendations of the best restaurants, bars and hotels to visit in the Michelin incubator that's Da’an, Taipei.
Kafka honored in ‘modern way’ in Taipei exhibition
A Taipei exhibition in commemoration of renowned German-language novelist Franz Kafka allows visitors to explore Kafka’s works “in a modern way,” Czech Centre Taipei Director Marketa Zahumenska said ...
US sends ‘unserviceable’ military arms to Taiwan
The United States sent faulty military items to Taiwan including mouldy armour and expired ammunition. Most military equipment that suffered water damage was delivered from November 2023 through March 2024. They remained at the aerial port of embarkation for more than three months pending air transport to Taiwan.
“We sent all our weapons to Ukraine”: JD Vance says as US aid to Kyiv compromised Taiwan’s defence
Republican Vice-Presidential candidate and Ohio Senator JD Vance said that the diversion of United States military aid to Ukraine has left it incapable of helping Taiwan repel a Chinese invasion, citing “we sent all our weapons to Ukraine.
Bangkok and Taipei revealed as last two dates for 2NE1 Welcome Back 2024-25 Asia Tour, joining Singapore, Jakarta, Manila and Hong Kong
The last two dates for legendary Kpop girl group 2NE1's much-anticipated reunion and comeback tour —Welcome Back 2024-25 Asia Tour — have been announced. Sadly for Malaysian fans, Kuala Lumpur did not ...
Suspect in Core Pacific corruption released on bail
Former Taipei urban development department head Huang Ching-mao (黃景茂) was released on NT$5 million (US$156,289) bail early yesterday after being questioned by prosecutors over his alleged role in a ...
U.S. delivered “wet and moldy body armor” to Taiwan, Pentagon watchdog says
The U.S. sent over 3,000 mildewed body armor plates and 500 wet and moldy tactical vests that took Taiwanese authorities weeks to dry, according to a Pentagon watchdog report.
Why Taiwan needs help slowing China’s supply chain of advanced chips
With access to Taiwanese semiconductors increasingly restricted, China has aggressively pursued greater technological autonomy.
Taipei’s Chiang Wan-an promotes World Car Free Day
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an (蔣萬安) and other city officials are to commute on public transportation networks on Friday next week to support World Car Free Day, the Taipei Department of Transportation ...