The United States has approved a $95 million military sale to boost Taiwan’s air defenses, as China sends increasing numbers of warplanes near the island democracy. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan March exports hit new record, Ukraine war clouds outlook
Taiwan's exports rose for a 21st straight month in March to a new record in line with forecasts, boosted by continued strong tech demand, though the government warned of continued supply chain ... ( read original story ...)
TSMC Sales Soar to Record on Demand for Smartphones, Cars
(Bloomberg) -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. revenue rose to a record in the first quarter on demand for chips used in smartphones, computers and cars, while a prolonged shortage helped to ... ( read original story ...)
Two bodies found after S Korea ship goes missing near Taiwan
The Sierra Leone-flagged, 322-tonne ship was on its way to Indonesia’s Batam port from the South Korean city of Busan while towing the Kyoto 2 tender vessel, which has been found in the area. “Our ... ( read original story ...)
China Rips Pelosi Over Reported Taiwan Trip, Setting Up Showdown
China lashed out at House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for reportedly planning a landmark trip to Taiwan that’s been delayed because she has Covid-19, setting up a showdown when her visit to Asia is ... ( read original story ...)
‘Tip of the iceberg’: Taiwan’s spy catchers hunt Chinese poachers of chip talent
Taiwan's spy catchers have launched probes into around 100 Chinese companies suspected of illegally poaching semiconductor engineers and other tech talent, a senior official at the island's ... ( read original story ...)
Wang Yi makes clear China’s stance on Pelosi’s reported Taiwan visit
Chinese State Councillor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday made clear China's solemn position on media reports that US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi would visit Taiwan. ( read original story ...)
China shipbuilding for Taiwan firm likely aiding Chinese navy build-up – U.S. think tank
Contracts between China's top state-owned shipbuilding firm and Taiwan's leading shipping company are likely lowering the costs of upgrading China's navy, posing security concerns for the island ... ( read original story ...)
State Senate panel advances bill to create trade office in Taiwan
A senate panel on Thursday passed a measure that would create an Oklahoma trade office in Taipei, Taiwan. It would be the Southeast Asia Trade Office and put under the Oklahoma Department of Commerce. ( read original story ...)
China State Media Warn of ‘Destructive Strike’ to Taiwan If Pelosi Visits
A Chinese state newspaper warned of a potential "destructive strike" against Taiwan if House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits the island nation, arguing that "warplanes" should be used as a threat. Some ... ( read original story ...)
Janet Yellen says US would use sanctions if China invaded Taiwan
Russia’s attack on Ukraine has undermined confidence that world powers would be able to prevent a crisis from similarly erupting over Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
MediaTek pushes rollout of millimeter-wave chips
MediaTek Inc (聯發科) yesterday said it is testing its 5G chips that support millimeter-wave technology at the company’s research-and-development (R&D) center in Hsinchu in collaboration with Chunghwa ... ( read original story ...)
Beijing warns of ‘forceful measures’ if Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan
Reports of a trip to Taiwan by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi this weekend have prompted a diplomatic protest from Beijing, which says it will take "resolute and forceful measures" if the visit goes ... ( read original story ...)
Wife of UK finance minister treated as non-dom for taxes
The wife of British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak is treated as non-domiciled for UK tax purposes, but pays taxes in Britain on all her UK income, her spokeswoman said on Wednesday. Akshata ... ( read original story ...)
China ship shadows research vessel
A Chinese coast guard ship last month maneuvered for days near a research vessel deployed by Taiwanese and Philippine scientists to undertake a crucial survey of undersea fault lines west of the ... ( read original story ...)
Burj Khalifa
We award professional qualifications that are the civil engineering standard, lead the debates around infrastructure and the built environment and provide training, knowledge and insight. ( read original story ...)