The US dollar climbed to three-week peaks on Friday, still benefiting from better-than-expected US retail sales data released on Thursday that backed expectations for a reduction of asset purchases by ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan seminar in NY discusses aid for Syrian refugees
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in New York on Thursday hosted a seminar on providing sustainable assistance to Syrian refugees. The COVID-19 pandemic and Syria’s economic ... ( read original story ...)
Cuba opens door to more private business, but red tape looms
Opening a small business is a bureaucratic headache in many parts of the world. In Cuba, it is an adventure in largely unknown territory. Most sorts of private businesses have been banned for more ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan says it had full ‘grasp’ of China’s military drill
Taipei [Taiwan], September 18 (ANI): Taiwan on Saturday said it has a "thorough grasp" of Chinese military exercise in waters off the island's southwestern coast Friday. Taiwan Ministry of Defence ... ( read original story ...)
‘Destroyer Of Peace’: China Slams US As Its Warship Sails Through Taiwan Strait
China on Saturday slammed the United States as the “destroyer of peace” after Washington’s guided-missile destroyer USS Barry sailed through the Taiwan Strait. ( read original story ...)
China Objects To European Parliament’s Intervention In Taiwan Issue
European Parliament and its various committees were asked to use prudence in their words and acts on Taiwan-related problems by a Chinese spokesperson. ( read original story ...)
China opposes European Parliament’s interference in Taiwan affairs
A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Saturday urged the European Parliament and its certain bodies to exercise caution in words and deeds on Taiwan-related issues, reiterating that there is only one ... ( read original story ...)
The Island With an Ancient History That Explains the World
I was fortunate to spend a few days among the Paiwan, an Aboriginal people in the south central highlands of Taiwan. I was in the country for typically academic reasons, attending a conference at a ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan reports two new domestic COVID-19 cases, both in Taipei
The two new domestic COVID-19 cases reported on Friday were in Taipei but their sources of infection have not yet been identified, according to the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC). CECC ... ( read original story ...)
China enters Taiwan air defense zone a day after island’s military budget boost
Taiwan's air force scrambled on Friday to warn away 10 Chinese aircraft that entered its air defense zone, Taiwan's defense ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Unusual size of Taiwan’s giant snail surprises foreign reporter
There are many cute creatures in Taiwan, big and small, though some are native to the land while others are not.A ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Calls For Trade Talks With EU Amid Increasing Threats From China
The Taiwan Foreign Ministry said in a statement that preparations for a potential Bilateral Investment Agreement with the EU should begin immediately ... ( read original story ...)
New Regulation Summary: Foreign Companies’ Taiwan Office May Be Directly Converted To A Branch Office.
Summary of new regulation. Generally, the entities of foreign companies investing in Taiwan can be categorized into subsidiaries, branches, and representative offices according ... ( read original story ...)
Trendforce Offers 10 Top Tech Trends for 2022
Market research firm TrendForce has issued its 10 major technology trends expected to take place across various segments in 2022: 1. Micro/Mini LED display development will revolve around active ... ( read original story ...)
China’s quarterly GDP growth near zero: analyst
China’s tough virus curbs mean that economic activity in the third quarter could be close to flat compared with the previous three months, while full-year growth may fall below 8 percent, a top ... ( read original story ...)
China flies TEN aircraft including fighter jets into Taiwan’s airspace ramping up tensions just a day after AUKUS pact was signed
Taiwan said it scrambled its own fighters and activated missile defences to turn back eight Chinese fighter jets and two other aircraft which entered its airspace near Pratas Island today. ( read original story ...)