Cheng Li-wun’s surprise election as leader of the KMT party is also likely to widen domestic political divisions ...
Taiwan in the Shadow of War
Facing China’s growing military and political pressure, Taiwan races to strengthen its defenses before it’s too late.
The U.S. Must Beware of Taiwan’s Reckless Leader
William Lai is lurching toward formal independence, which could trigger a catastrophic U.S.-China war, writes .
Dispute Over Nvidia’s Planned Taipei HQ Nearing Resolution
Nvidia's plans to build its Taiwan headquarters in Taipei could be back on track. Shin Kong Life Insurance, which currently holds the land rights to the plot, on Wednesday agreed to terminate its ...
Taiwan optimistic about 2026 economic growth exceeding 3% on AI boom
Taiwan's economy could grow more than 3% next year given demand for artificial intelligence (AI) applications continues at a rapid clip, Economic Affairs Minister Kung Ming-hsin said on Thursday, ...
Taiwan wary China’s new economic plan could include sensitive frontline islands, sources say
Taiwan is warily watching whether China could seek to try and exert economic control over sensitive frontline Taiwanese islands in a key development plan being discussed in Beijing this week, ...
Factbox-Taiwan and its offshore islands near the Chinese coast
(Reuters) -Taiwan is closely monitoring whether China will include the Taiwan-controlled Kinmen islands in a new five-year economic plan under discussion this week in Beijing. Here are some facts ...
On the Frontline of Taiwan’s Frontline With China, a Cautious Opening to Tourists
But Taiwan's government now wants to show a different side to tiny Dadan island, known for its isolation and just 4 km (2.5 miles) from China's Xiamen, and let in tourists, albeit on tightly ...
Taiwan’s population crisis worsens
Deaths exceeded births in Taiwan for the 21st straight month, according to newly released government statistics, underscoring the deepening demographic crisis confronting the island of 23 million.
Street names across Taiwan preserve memory of its restoration to China from Japanese occupation
This year marks the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's restoration to China from the Japanese occupation. While the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities on the island have remained silent on the ...
Global banks compete for Taiwan’s $8 trillion wealth market amid deregulation, tech boom
Global banks are racing to secure a piece of Taiwan’s rapidly growing $8 trillion wealth market as the government eases money-management regulations to capitalize on booming personal fortunes. Lenders ...
Taiwan wartime tunnel echoes with music as shells swapped for cellos
By Ann Wang KINMEN, Taiwan (Reuters) -Built during the height of the Cold War to shelter supply boats from Chinese shells, one of Taiwan's most well-known wartime attractions last weekend echoed with ...
Taiwan plans deeper military ties with US to bolster security
Taiwan's defence ministry said on Wednesday it intends to deepen collaboration with the United States, including reciprocal visits and observation of military exercises, to help maintain peace and ...
Tainan MRT Blue Line approved by Cabinet
TAINAN (Taiwan News) — The Cabinet on Tuesday approved Tainan’s first MRT system, the Blue Line, with construction slated to begin by the end of 2026 and take about six years to complete, per CNA.
Invasion drills held on both sides of Taiwan Strait
Taiwan continues to strengthen its defense posture as China prepares for a potential invasion across the strait.
Taiwan Investment Summit Draws More Than US$5 Billion in New Projects
An international group of 11 companies including Corning, Coupang and Panasonic signed Letters of Intent at Taiwan’s Business Alliance Conference, pledging more than 1.5 billion US dollars in new ...