Taiwan’s economy grew at the fastest pace in a year, fueled by a surge in exports as companies rushed shipments to avoid US tariffs and rising demand for AI-related hardware.
Taiwan confident of US support under Trump, minister says
In interview, Taiwan’s minister of mainland affairs says Chinese President Xi is stoking ‘fanatic nationalism’.
Most mainland Chinese citizens oppose use of force to unify with Taiwan: survey
Yet on Russia’s actions in Ukraine, India border claims and South China Sea, respondents voiced more hawkish views backing Beijing’s stance.
Somalia Bars Taiwanese Passport Holders From Entering the Country
The decision comes as Taipei has worked to build its ties with Somaliland, a breakaway territory that declared independence from Somalia decades ago.
As Taiwan Prepares for a Chinese Invasion, Missile Shortages Abound
Taiwan is right to seek Javelin missile systems. But they must be aware they will not have enough of them to effectively roll back a Chinese invasion force.
Taiwan Condemns Somalia for Barring Its Passport Holders From Entering
The decision comes as Taipei has been building ties with Somaliland, a breakaway territory that has resisted Chinese efforts to expand its influence in Africa.
Taiwan says Somalia blocks entry to island’s passport holders
TAIPEI: Somalia began blocking entry to Taiwan passport holders on Wednesday (Apr 30), the island said, alleging China had pressured the East African country to curb travel by Taiwanese people to the ...
Inside Ximending: Taipei’s Most Vibrant Neighborhood
From neon-lit streets and mouthwatering street food to pop culture, history, and non-stop energy, Ximending is where Taipei pulses hardest. In this exploration, we dive into the shops, eats, and ...
China accuses Taiwan of trade ‘decoupling’ to appease US
Taipei’s ‘pledge of loyalty’ to Washington makes Taiwan more ‘vulnerable to US exploitation,’ claims China’s Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council - Anadolu Ajansı ...
Gas explosion, arson ruled out as causes of northern China restaurant fire that killed 22, injured 3
Official reports say authorities in northern China have ruled out a gas explosion or arson as possible causes of a restaurant fire that killed 22 people and prompted a call ...
Taiwan unexpectedly raises 2025 full-year GDP forecast on strong tech demand
Taiwan unexpectedly raised its 2025 economic growth forecast on Wednesday after a strong first quarter performance thanks to an export surge on strong tech demand ahead of the introduction of possible ...
Taiwan Q1 preliminary GDP grows fastest in a year on exports surge
Taiwan's trade-reliant economy grew at its fastest pace in a year in the first quarter of 2025 compared with the final quarter of 2024 thanks to an export surge on strong tech demand ahead of the ...
US tariffs mean cautious rate decisions needed, Taiwan central bank minutes show
Uncertainty brought about by U.S. import tariffs means decisions on interest rate policy need to be cautious, according to minutes from the Taiwan central bank's latest meeting published on Wednesday.
Taiwan’s Economy Grows the Most in a Year on Front-Loading, AI
Taiwan’s economy grew at the fastest pace in a year, fueled by a surge in exports as companies rushed shipments to avoid US tariffs and demand for AI-related hardware.
Somalia bans entry of Taiwan citizens in bid to please China: Taipei
Taiwan, under its official name the Republic of China, lost its UN seat to China in 1971, a year before it was evicted from the World Health Organization. While only 11 countries and the Vatican ...
Taiwan’s economy beats estimates on pre-tariff export rush
TAIPEI] Taiwan’s economy grew much faster than expected in the first quarter, fuelled by a surge in exports as companies rushed to ship goods ahead of looming US tariffs. Read more at The Business ...