Investors are keeping a close eye on the situation between China and Taiwan, with one industry commentator stating that a Chinese invasion of the island “would be devastating for the global economy”. ( read original story ...)
Notes from Central Taiwan: The land of ghost buildings
The recent fire in the Cheng Chung Cheng (城中城) building in Kaohsiung that killed 46 people will no doubt be remembered for a few minutes, until the news cycle moves on to the next vehicle accident or ... ( read original story ...)
At Least 46 Die as Blaze Tears Through ‘Ghost Building’ in Taiwan
Dozens more were injured after a fire broke out at a 13-story building in the southern port city of Kaohsiung. ( read original story ...)
North Korea slams US for supporting Taiwan in nod to ally China
North Korea on Saturday accused the Biden administration of raising military tensions with China through its "reckless" backing of Taiwan, and said that the growing US military presence in the region ... ( read original story ...)
NKorea slams US for supporting Taiwan in nod to ally China
North Korea on Saturday accused the Biden administration of raising military tensions with China through its “reckless” ... ( read original story ...)
Ya Kun Kaya Toast says sorry after calling Taiwan a country in China ad
Homegrown brand Ya Kun Kaya Toast has apologised after coming under fire from Chinese netizens when it listed Taiwan as a country in its promotional material in an outlet in China.It has since issued ... ( read original story ...)
China’s Targeting of Taiwan Hits U.S.
The U.S. economy relies heavily on trade with Taiwan. Any disruption of this supply is a major problem. Beijing has made no secret of its intentions regarding Taiwan. China has long expressed the view ... ( read original story ...)
Asian Markets Mixed, Hong Kong Drops As Evergrande Sale Fails
Asian markets were mixed Thursday as investors weighed more positive earnings against ongoing concerns about inflation and central bank tapering, while Hong Kong dropped along with Evergrande after ... ( read original story ...)
Most Asia Markets Up, Hong Kong Swings As Evergrande Sale Fails
Most Asian markets rose Thursday following another strong Wall Street lead as positive earnings continued to smother inflation and taper worries, while Hong Kong fluctuated and Evergrande tumbled with ... ( read original story ...)
US ambassador to China nominee takes tough line toward Beijing, cites ‘genocide in Xinjiang’ and need to support Taiwan
US ambassador to China nominee Nicholas Burns said Beijing has weaknesses that Washington can use to its advantage, including demographics and the growing global pushback over its behaviour. ( read original story ...)
China Evergrande says $2.6 billion stake sale of property services unit falls through
The company logo is seen on the headquarters of China Evergrande Group in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, China September 26, 2021. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Government and International – October 2021
Taiwan Places Bid to Enter CPTPP The Executive Yuan on September 23 announced Taiwan’s bid to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s design owners urged to make timely public disclosures
Ming-Yeh Lin of Saint Island International Patent & Law Offices explains why design owners in Taiwan are recommended to file a design in a printed publication or at an exhibition within the six month ... ( read original story ...)
Deadly blaze highlights risks of Taiwan’s ‘ghost buildings’
A fire that raged through the abandoned lower floors of the 13-story Chengzhongcheng building in Taiwan's southern port city of Kaohsiung left the condominium's last hundred or so residents trapped at ... ( read original story ...)
China property shares firm after PBOC says Evergrande woes manageable
Shares of Chinese property developers climbed on Monday after China's central bank calmed markets by saying spillover effects from Evergrande's debt woes were controllable and the country's economy is ... ( read original story ...)
China population crisis: Xi Jinping faces revolt amid plans to invade Taiwan
CHINA'S President Xi Jinping could face a backlash from his citizens and spark internal chaos if he launches a full-scale invasion on Taiwan because of his nation's one-child policy, according to an ... ( read original story ...)