TAIPEI, March 26 (Reuters) - The top U.S. diplomat in Taiwan sought to send a reassuring message that his government supported the island on both boosting its defences and ensuring energy supplies ...
Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Sentenced 17 Years in Corruption, Bribery Trial
A Taipei district judge handed former city mayor Ko Wen-je a 17-year sentence for corruption and bribery on Thursday. Ko was found guilty of accepting bribes for a real estate project while in office, ...
Former Taipei mayor sentenced to 17 years in corruption case
TAIPEI, March 26 (Reuters) - A Taipei court on Thursday sentenced former city mayor and one-time presidential candidate Ko Wen-je to 17 years in jail after finding him guilty of corruption and misuse ...
Ex-Taipei mayor jailed 17 years for corruption
A former Taipei City mayor who once ran for the presidency was sentenced on Thursday to 17 years in prison for taking bribes and misusing political donations. In addition to the combined 17-year ...
Taipei Cycle Show: Taiwan eyes expanding e-bike market
Taiwan, already a bicycle powerhouse, is pushing into the e-bike market with homegrown systems from cycle makers and tech companies like Giant and Delta. At the Taipei Cycle Show, companies showcased ...
NAVEE Showcases Cutting-Edge E-Bikes for Urban and Adventure Riding at TAIPEI CYCLE 2026
Global smart mobility brand NAVEE unveiled its full E-bike lineup at TAIPEI CYCLE 2026, held at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Positioned as a leader in smart outdoor mobility, NAVEE presented ...
Mayor aims to make New Taipei more cosmopolitan after Australia visit
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi (侯友宜) early today returned to Taiwan after a 10-day visit to Australia, saying that the main purpose of the trip was to find ways to make his city more cosmopolitan.
Taiwan indicates next US arms sale is on track after receiving guarantee letter
TAIPEI, March 26 (Reuters) - Taiwan Defence Minister Wellington Koo on Thursday indicated the next arms sale package from the United States is on track after the government received a letter of ...
Trump’s ambivalence on Taiwan opens a historic opportunity for China
Deterring an attack on the island has been a bedrock American policy for 75 years. Xi Jinping sees a chance to change that.
I expected a parade of $14,000 superbikes at a Taipei group ride. I was wrong.
Expecting $14,000 superbikes, I brought my camera to a Taipei group ride. See the full tech gallery of local bikes and practical workhorses.
Telecoms to invest NT$2bn upgrading mobile Internet services along HSR
The nation’s three major telecoms yesterday pledged to jointly invest NT$2 billion (US$62.6 million) to improve mobile phone reception along the high-speed rail (HSR) line to provide uninterrupted, ...
Taipei as ‘heart of global AI’: Mayor Chiang showcases city’s growing industrial magnetism at AI Expo
Driven by a wave of massive technological investments and strategic corporate partnerships, Taipei City is rapidly transforming into a premier global hub for Artificial Intelligence. Speaking at the ...
Taiwan wary that China could exploit US distraction over Middle East war
By Ben Blanchard and Yimou Lee TAIPEI, March 25 (Reuters) - Taiwan fears China will exploit the distraction of the United States by its war in the Middle East, with state media citing examples from ...
Czech leaders’ Beijing, Taipei trips could clash: report
Czech Senate President Milos Vystrcil plans to lead a large business delegation to Taiwan in early summer, although his visit could be disrupted by Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis’ plans for a state ...
Taiwan Says US Has ‘High’ Urgency in Speeding up Weapons Deliveries
TAIPEI, March 25 (Reuters) - The United States has "quite a high" sense of urgency in helping Taiwan strengthen its military capabilities and is working to help speed up delayed weapons deliveries ...
Iran standoff puts Taiwan chips at risk
Taiwan is scrambling to prevent its semiconductor sector from becoming a casualty of the Iran war. Iran’s blockage of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off Taiwan from Qatari exporters, which provide more ...