Unsightly heaps of white bags filled with waste from construction by roadsides pose a threat to Taipei traffic, reports said Friday. The stacked bags also formed an impediment to public works and are ...
Anime festivals in Taipei, Taichung draw crowds over long weekend
A three-day festival recreating the bustling vibe of Tokyo's Akihabara opened in Taipei on the first day of the Tomb Sweeping long weekend today, while the four-day Taichung International ACG Festival ...
Fastener Taiwan 2026: A Global Hub for Sustainable Innovation and Strategic Sourcing
Being the only B2B international fastener trade show in Taiwan, Fastener Taiwan showcases a comprehensive spectrum of products and services, including finished fasteners, fastener machines and ...
‘I will not yield’: Taiwan convulsed by 17-year prison sentence for populist opposition figure
The opposition Taiwan People’s party stands by founder Ko Wen-je despite sentence, alleging prosecutors were pressured by ruling DPP party ...
Taipei exhibition shines light on resilience of Ukrainian artists
A new Taipei photo exhibition is highlighting the resilience of female Ukrainian artists who work to create amid the ravages of war. TaiwanPlus spoke with Isa Ho, the photographer behind the show.
Taiwan to strengthen Pratas Islands’ defences as China steps up pressure
By Ben Blanchard and Angie Teo TAIPEI, April 2 (Reuters) - Taiwan will strengthen its defences of the Pratas as China steps up its activities around the islands which lie at the top end of the South China Sea,
Taiwan Olympic boxing champ involved in gender debate wins first bout at Asian titles
Lin Yu-ting, a boxing gold medalist at the center of a gender controversy at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has won her first international bout since then at the Asian championships in Mongolia
Taiwan Military Says Budget Delay Threatens $2.4 Billion in Weapons Buying, Training
TAIPEI, April 2 (Reuters) - A delay in approving Taiwan's budget this year threatens T$78 billion ($2.44 billion) in weapons procurement, maintenance and training, a senior defence ministry ...
New Taipei to provide free school lunches; Taoyuan free textbooks
New Taipei and Taoyuan yesterday announced new education subsidy policies, with New Taipei set to provide free school lunches and Taoyuan to offer free textbooks for students. New Taipei Mayor Hou ...
Taiwan reacts to U.S. intelligence report about China’s intentions
A recent U.S. intelligence report reignited an already contentious debate in Taiwan over China's intentions and how Taipei should reasonably defend itself against its powerful neighbor.
How the Iran War Has Changed the Taiwan Playbook
Washington’s Iran offensive challenges assumptions that a Taiwan crisis would unfold slowly—or stop short of the mainland.
World does not need a crisis over Taiwan, opposition leader says ahead of China trip
TAIPEI/BEIJING, April 1 (Reuters) - At a time of international turbulence the world does not need a crisis over Taiwan, the leader of the island's largest opposition party said on Wednesday ahead of a ...
Taipei Fashion Week runway show blends sports, fashion and resilience
A Taiwanese designer has brought the runway to the gym, blending fashion, sports and resilience at Taipei Fashion Week, the country’s largest fashion event.
Taipei, New Taipei announce perks for Children’s Day
Children under the age of 12 who hold Taipei Digital Student Cards or New Taipei Children's Cards can ride local metro systems for free from Friday to Monday to mark Children's Day, Taipei Rapid ...
8 best hotels in Taipei for affordable luxury stays: Rooftop pools, skyline bars and more
Here are our top picks for 8 best hotels in Taipei for those looking for an affordable but still luxurious stay, including W Taipei, Regent Taipei and more. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
China Deploying Fighter Jets-Turned Drones Near Taiwan
Introduced in the 1960s, the J‑6 could find new life in a 21st-century saturation attack against the island, analysts warn.