Chris Chen, a former captain in Taiwan's military, spent a lot of time waiting during his weeklong training for reservists in June. Waiting for assembly, waiting for lunch, waiting for training, he ... ( read original story ...)
House purchases up 3.7% in largest cities
The sales rebound in Tainan came amid increased home construction in some areas — in Annan District (安南) — in particular, and a rebound in purchases in districts near the Southern Taiwan Science Park ... ( read original story ...)
Chip firms to face earnings challenges in 2025: report
The local semiconductor industry is expected to face earnings challenges in 2025 as profit growth is likely to peak this year, the Taipei-based China Credit Information Service Ltd (CCIS, 中華徵信所) said ... ( read original story ...)
Chen Shih-chung leads in Taipei poll, but nearly one-quarter still undecided
More than 30 percent of eligible voters would cast their ballot for Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Taipei mayoral candidate Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) if the local elections were held tomorrow, ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan says two Chinese fighters crossed Taiwan Strait median line
Two Chinese fighter jets on Saturday crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, which normally serves as an unofficial barrier between the two sides, Taiwan's defence ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s defence moves ‘necessary’ amid growing China aggression in Taiwan Strait: analysts
Japan views tensions in the Taiwan Strait as ‘seriously destabilising’ to its own security as it relies on an open strait for safe passage of goods. ( read original story ...)
First Mover Asia: Taipei blockchain week imperiled by government’s COVID-19 quarantine
Insights: Taipei Blockchain Week is facing a major hurdle in Taiwan's COVID-19 quarantine. Bitcoin (BTC): $20,285 +3.1% Ether (ETH): $1,547 +7.7% S&P 500 daily close: 4,030.61 −0.7% Gold: $1,751 per ... ( read original story ...)
United Microelectronics founder pledges $33m to fund Taiwan’s defense against Chinese invasion
Tsao founded United Microelectronics Corp., the second largest contract chipmaker in the world, but is no longer actively involved in the company. Last month he said he would donate a separate $100 ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan crisis caused by opportunistic moves of US Democratic Party: Xie Chao
This old Chinese saying can best describe the impact of US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s official visit to Taiwan on major power relations and regional stability. The Chinese ... ( read original story ...)
China Threatens Reaction After U.S. Announces Arms Sales to Taiwan
A $1.1 billion package would “severely jeopardize” ties, Chinese officials say in demanding that Washington revoke the deal. ( read original story ...)
China warns of ‘counter-measures’ as US announces $1.62 billion arms sale to Taiwan
Chinese embassy spokesman Liu Pengyu said on Saturday China was "firmly opposed" to the sales, which "severely jeopardise China-US relations and peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait," and ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Thanks US For Approving Arms Package For Taipei Amid China’s Military Threats
The arms package includes 60 Harpoon anti-ship missiles, as well as 100 Sidewinder missiles for warplanes which were approved by the State Department. ( read original story ...)
China’s four warplanes, five naval ships cross Taiwan Strait median line as tensions with Taipei simmer
Navy ships, and air defence missile systems to monitor and respond to the Chinese activities, while also issuing radio warnings. ( read original story ...)
China Sends 4 Warplanes, 5 Naval Ships Across Taiwan Strait After US Arms Deal With Taipei
Tensions between Taiwan and China continue to escalate as Beijing has again sent at least four aircraft and five warships to conduct military drills. ( read original story ...)
South-east Asia warily navigates rising US-China tensions over Taiwan
We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Taiwan news every morning. A statement by Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr in response to escalating tensions over Taiwan last ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Parliament Group Calls For Dalai Lama’s Visit To Taipei
Taiwan Parliament Group along with other rights groups has called for the Dalai Lama's visit to Taipei over the human rights situation in Tibet. ( read original story ...)