On the front line of the superpower struggle between the United States and China, Taiwan has fashioned a defensive masterstroke. It has become indispensable to both sides. In dominating the ... ( read original story ...)
TPG’s Novotech Is Eyeing an IPO Again, After Gaining $3 Billion Valuation
Private equity giant TPG’s Novotech Health Holdings Pte. Ltd raised fresh financing valuing the business at $3 billion, as it considers another run at an initial public offering after a deal was ... ( read original story ...)
FSC uncovers mortgage ploy to inflate prices
The Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) on Tuesday asked banks to examine their mortgage practices, as it had found that dummy accounts had been used to inflate real-estate prices in metropolitan ... ( read original story ...)
‘We Are Taiwanese’: China’s Growing Menace Hardens Island’s Identity
More than ever, Taiwan defines itself by its democratic values. Beijing’s military and diplomatic threats only reinforce the island’s separateness. ( read original story ...)
House Lawmaker Calls for Legislation to Allow a Faster US Military Response Should China Invade Taiwan
The vice chairwoman of the House Armed Services Committee on Wednesday said new legislation is needed to allow the U.S. to respond faster should China invade Taiwan. President Joe Biden "doesn't have ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo, Beijing, and New Tensions Over Taiwan
Taiwan, a perennially sensitive issue between Japan and China, gained increased salience in the run-up to Japanese elections in fall 2021. In separate ... ( read original story ...)
Another European Nation Defies China As Slovenia Strengthens Taiwan Ties
Janez Jansa, prime minister of the Central European country, said he would support the "sovereign decision of the Taiwanese people" to either join China or live independently. ( read original story ...)
Women’s Asian Cup: China start favourite against arch-rivals Chinese Taipei
When it comes to rivalries in sports, one thinks of India vs Pakistan in cricket and hockey, Australia vs England in Ashes ... ( read original story ...)
China hits out at Slovenia for plan to strengthen Taiwan ties
Beijing on Wednesday hit out at Slovenia after the European Union country said it plans to strengthen ties with the self-ruled island of Taiwan. China claims democratic Taiwan as its territory, to be ... ( read original story ...)
China ‘shocked’ by Slovenia’s plans to allow Taiwan to open an office
Foreign ministry accuses Slovenian leader Janez Jansa of making 'dangerous remarks that challenge the one-China principle and support Taiwan independence'Jansa had referred to Taiwan as 'a democratic ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s New Solar Panel ‘Sun Rock’ Will Deliver 1 Million kWh Per Year
Taiwan's forthcoming Sun Rock will be nearly totally smothered in solar panels! And if all goes well, it could be more than self-sustaining. ( read original story ...)
Preview – Group A: China PR v Chinese Taipei
Mumbai: Head coach Shui Qingxia didn’t hold back when assessing China PR’s ambitions for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022, declaring a record extending ninth continental title is not beyond their ... ( read original story ...)
China condemns plans by Slovenia to upgrade Taiwan ties
China is condemning plans by Slovenia to upgrade relations with self-governing Taiwan, a move likely to spark diplomatic and economic retaliation against the tiny Central European country ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to send vice-president to attend Honduras inauguration as it seeks to boost ties
William Lai will lead a delegation on a six-day visit including the event on January 27, presidential office says President-elect Xiomara Castro pledged to switch allegiance to Beijing during campaign ... ( read original story ...)
Yamaha expands portfolio of GOGORO-POWERED vehicles, introduces new EMF scooter’
Gogoro is excited to be supporting Yamaha's growing portfolio of Gogoro-powered vehicles,' said Horace Luke, Gogoro. 'Gogoro is excited to be supporting Yamaha's growing portfolio of Gogoro-powered ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to shore up Honduras ties, VP to attend inauguration
Taiwan Vice President William Lai will attend the inauguration of new Honduran president Xiomara Castro, Taiwan's presidential office said on Wednesday, seeking to shore up ties as China ramps up ... ( read original story ...)