China’s Foreign Ministry and Embassy in the Philippines lodged ‘serious protests’ over Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s recent remarks on Taiwan during an exclusive conversation with Firstpost ...
“We were in panic mode,” – Tim Cone on Gilas’ loss to Chinese Taipei at FAC2025
Tim Cone didn’t sugarcoat it. The Gilas Pilipinas head coach sat down in front of the post-game mic early Wednesday morning, August 7, with a tone that was part ...
Chinese Taipei routs Iraq even amid Gilas killer Chen’s struggles
Ting-Chien Lin powered Chinese Taipei’s torrid shooting from beyond-the-arc as he fired 22 points anchored on three treys in less than 20 minutes of action. As a team, Chinese Taipei made 15 of their ...
Taiwan investigates 16 Chinese firms for poaching high-tech talent
Taiwan authorities said on Thursday they were investigating 16 Chinese companies for allegedly poaching semiconductor and other high-tech talent, amid growing concerns over technology outflows.
Taiwan cyberattacks ‘below average’ but widespread, Beijing political advisor says
While not sophisticated, the island’s ‘diligent’ tech intruders know where the vulnerabilities are, cybersecurity expert Zhou Hongyi says.
Foreigners pour billions into Taiwan, South Korea stocks on AI, growth optimism
Foreign investors flocked to Asian stocks for the third straight month in July, with inflows into Taiwan hitting a near two-decade high and Thailand snapping its nine-month losing streak, buoyed by ...
Solomon Islands blocks US, China, Taiwan from Pacific’s top political meet
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has said that 21 donor countries, including the United States and China, will not be invited to the region's top political meeting, a move that follows ...
Taipei Courts Tourists in Singapore and Malaysia with “All in Taipei” Campaign
From night markets to natural escapes, Taipei makes a bold move to attract Southeast Asian travellers.
Apple, Nvidia Supplier TSMC Surges Nearly 5% In Overnight Trade As Taipei Says Chip Giant ‘Exempt’ From Trump’s 100% Chip Tariffs
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is exempt from Trump's proposed tariffs on semiconductors, providing clarity for investors.
TSMC Shares Surge as Taiwan Says Firm Exempt From Trump Tariffs
Taiwan said its leading chip manufacturer will not have to pay a 100% tariff on such imports to the US, helping drive Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. shares to a record.
White House social media post published before Taiwan recall vote began
After Taiwanese voters rejected a bid to remove two dozen opposition lawmakers from office on July 26, social media posts shared an X post by the White House -- which quoted former president Theodore Roosevelt -- and falsely claimed it was a response to the recall vote.
Marcos: PH can’t stay out of Taiwan conflict
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the Philippines "cannot stay out" of a potential conflict in Taiwan due to its proximity to the self-ruled island. The President issued the statement amid rising concerns that China may attempt to invade Taiwan within the decade,
Tokyo Electron confirms Taiwan unit employee’s involvement in intellectual property case
Tokyo Electron Ltd said on Thursday a former employee of its Taiwan subsidiary was involved in a case cited by the Intellectual Property Branch of the Taiwan High Prosecutors Office on Tuesday. Taiwanese authorities have detained three people for allegedly stealing technology trade secrets from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC),
US’ Anduril to open Taiwan office, sell AI drones
Taiwan’s chipmaking prowess is of strategic importance to the US and its AI ambitions, even as President Trump attempts to reshore chip manufacturing.
Taiwan’s Storm-wrecked South Shows Resilience
Communities in Tainan were among the hardest hit by Typhoon Danas and Tropical Storm Co-may in July. However, these communities and farmers are staying resilient in the face of more possible extreme weather ahead.
Gilas ‘didn’t play a good one’ vs Taipei, admits Tim Cone
There was no way coach Tim Cone could sugarcoat Gilas Pilipinas’ performance or lack thereof after a 95-87 loss to Chinese-Taipei in the opener of its Fiba Asia Cup campaign in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.