Under the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979, the United States maintains unofficial ties with Taiwan and is required to provide it with defensive arms. Washington formally recognizes Beijing under its ‘One China’ policy but opposes unilateral changes to the status quo.
US, Taiwan finalise deal to cut tariffs, boost purchases of US goods
By David Lawder WASHINGTON, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Trump administration officials signed a final reciprocal trade agreement that confirmed a 15% U.S. tariff rate for imports from Taiwan, while committing Taiwan to a schedule for eliminating or lowering tariffs on nearly all U.
President Lai warns countries in region could be ‘next’ if China seizes Taiwan
He insisted on the need for Taiwan to dramatically shore up its defences. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
US signs trade deal with Taiwan, lowering tariffs to 15%, while Taipei to boost American goods purchases
Taiwan has also committed to purchase over $84 billion of U.S. goods, including energy and aviation products ...
U.S. signs trade deal with Taiwan, lowering tariffs to 15%, while Taipei to boost American goods purchases
Washington and Taipei have signed a trade deal lowering tariffs on Taiwanese exports to 15%, on par with those on Asian allies Japan and South Korea, while the island will open its market for U.S.
Trump administration reaches a trade deal to lower Taiwan’s tariff barriers
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration reached a trade deal with Taiwan on Thursday, with Taiwan agreeing to remove or reduce 99% of its tariff barriers, the office of the U.S. Trade ...
US, Taiwan finalize deal to cut tariffs, boost purchases of US goods
By David Lawder WASHINGTON, Feb 12 (Reuters) - Trump administration officials signed a final reciprocal trade agreement that confirmed a 15% U.S. tariff rate for imports from Taiwan, while committing ...
US lawmakers warn Taiwan to ‘meet the moment’ as China stages invasion-style drills
Bipartisan U.S. lawmakers warn Taiwan's political gridlock over defense spending could undermine deterrence as China escalates military pressure.
Taiwan, US sign trade pact to cut tariffs, boost investments
The deal has wide-ranging implications for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Read more at The Business Times.
Why Taipei 101 climber Alex Honnold loves free soloing buildings and what he’s eyeing next
Honnold, whose recent scaling of Taipei 101 features in Netflix’s Skyscraper Live, reflects on live audiences, young climbers and his limits.
‘Taipei is home’: Nvidia seals the deal on massive new Taiwan headquarters
Taiwan is reinforcing its role as a global AI and semiconductor hub as Nvidia Corp. NVDA moves forward with plans for a major new headquarters in Taipei. Taipei Signs Deal For Nvidia's Taiwan ...
11 Beautiful Places in Taiwan That Are Perfect for First-Time Visitors
Taiwan is ideal for a first-time Asia trip: fast trains, easy signage, and nonstop food. Base in Taipei, then day-trip to Jiufen/Shifen. Add Tainan or Kaohsiung, Sun Moon Lake, Alishan, Hualien & ...
Nvidia signs 50-year land deal for Taipei headquarters
Nvidia has signed a land deal with the Taipei City government for a new headquarters in the Beitou-Shilin area of the city. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an says the lease runs 50 years with a 20-year ...
Taiwan’s AI-powered economy soars in the shadow of bubble fears and China threats
Taiwan's economy is thriving thanks to the boom in artificial intelligence, driven by strong demand for computer chips and other products made by companies like TSMC and Foxconn.
Taipei, Nvidia sign contract to build HQ in Beitou-Shilin park
The Taipei City Government today announced it has officially inked a deal with Nvidia Corp to build the company’s Taiwan headquarters in the Beitou-Shilin Technology Park. “Taipei is Nvidia’s home,” ...
Taiwan says budget delay risks ‘rupture’ in line of defence against China
By Yimou Lee and Ben Blanchard TAIPEI, Feb 11 (Reuters) - The delay in passing a $40 billion special military budget risks a "rupture" in the joint line of defence against China, Taiwan's defence ...