Is the global property bubble ready to burst?

Residential global property has arguably been the most exciting investment ... (minus 7.3 per cent), Zurich (minus 7 per cent), London (minus 6.4 per cent) and Taipei (minus 6.3 per cent). Taimur Khan, a senior analyst at Knight Frank, says despite the ... ( read original story ...)

Aedas breaks ground in Taipei

Located on the beautiful Yangmingshan in northern Taipei and adjacent to the famous Taipei Hwa Kang ... the 5-star Best Public Service Architecture in Taiwan at Asia Pacific Property Awards 2017 and will represent Asia Pacific to compete against other ... ( read original story ...)

Eleven Aedas projects shine at Asia Pacific Property Awards 2017

The awarded projects include: Lè Architecture, Taipei, Taiwan • Lè Architecture, Taipei, Taiwan (designed by Andy Wen) – Nominee for International Property Awards 2017 and 5-Star Best Office Architecture, Taiwan Shanghai SCE Hong Qiao North Plot 01 ... ( read original story ...)

Housing transactions in 6 major cities rebound in May

Taipei, June 2 (CNA) Transactions of residential and commercial property in the six largest cities in Taiwan rebounded in May on the back of deferred purchases from a month earlier, according to government statistics. The government data showed that ... ( read original story ...)

“Big data” and takings compensation in Taiwan

It seems that, at least in some regions, property rights have been immensely respected. Government officials will sweet-talk the owners again and again (unlike in South Korea and Taiwan, where government officials will bargain once and, if unsuccessful ... ( read original story ...)

Draft Amendment on Taiwan Trade Secrets Act

In 2017, the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) proposed further draft amendments (the Draft) to the current Act. Set below are the main points covered by the amendments: Prosecution for trade secrets misappropriation in a foreign jurisdiction ... ( read original story ...)

Swiss Re in Taiwan parametric aquaculture insurance first

This means that fish farmers can receive their payout faster, reducing the time that is needed in claims process and settlement,” commented David Alexander, Head of Property & Casualty for Hong Kong and Taiwan at Swiss Re. “When the warning signal of ... ( read original story ...)

W Taipei

W Taipei features designated smoking areas ... Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges. ( read original story ...)

San Want Hotel Taipei

The property may provide extended parking privileges to guests after check-out (surcharge). Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. San Want Hotel Taipei has 3 restaurants serving breakfast ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan seizes another boat; sailors hurt

At that time, the office said: "Taiwan should respect fishermen from both sides of the Straits, including those from Hong Kong and Macao, stop its improper treatment of fishermen and protect their lives and property." Ma voiced opposition to acts that ... ( read original story ...)

Premier's motorcade surrounded by protesters

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Premier Lin Chuan's motorcade was briefly surrounded by a group of New Taipei residents protesting property demolitions Thursday, before police reinforcements intervened and cleared the way for Lin and his entourage. The incident occurred ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan stays off US IP watch list for 9th year

in recognition of Taiwan's efforts to protect intellectual property rights (IPRs), the Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) said Saturday. The annual Special 301 Report, released by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) Friday, had reviewed ... ( read original story ...)