The Biden administration has approved its first arms sale to Taiwan, a move sure to stoke Beijing's ire.The State Department has approved selling Taiwan up to 40 BAE Systems-made M109 self-propelled ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan or Chinese Taipei? Olympians’ grand homecoming helps ignite nation’s name dispute
Chinese Taipei's Olympic medalists flew home to a glorious welcome on Wednesday following a best-ever Games performance that has boosted pride on the island claimed by China and revived calls for it ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan July exports set to rise for 13th straight month: Reuters poll
Taiwan's exports likely rose for a 13th straight month in July, a Reuters poll showed, boosted by strong demand for electronics goods as the ... ( read original story ...)
Acer Reports Q2 Results: Net Income NT$2.90 Billion Marks the Highest in 11 Years, with 142.5% YoY Growth
Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353) announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2021: consolidated revenues were NT$79.78 billion; gross profits were NT$9.59 billion ... ( read original story ...)
First Arms Sale to Taiwan by Biden Administration Is Approved
The Biden administration has approved its first arms sale to the island democracy of Taiwan, a potential $750 million deal, amid rising tensions with China. ( read original story ...)
Is the Taiwanese Military Preparing for the Wrong War?
To evaluate Taiwan’s defenses, ask whether Taipei is asking too much of the armed forces—and whether the armed forces are remaking themselves adequately to cope with today’s brave new world. ( read original story ...)
Should America Risk Everything to Defend Taiwan?
Will it be easy to defend Taiwan? No. But John F. Kennedy delivered a speech at Rice University in 1962 in which he asked rhetorically, “why does Rice play Texas?” (He was referring to the gridiron ... ( read original story ...)
Tainan Public Library, combining the local culture and the tropical climate
The new library takes from this, is inspired by the local culture and has been designed for the tropical climate of Tainan. It is home to the city’s cultural heritage, modern art, music, films and ... ( read original story ...)
Will Taiwan’s Suicide Drones Deter a Chinese Invasion?
The island is counting on drones to counter China’s expanding advantage in ships, planes and troops. Here's What You Need to Know : Taipei knows the balance of power has shifted. A new suicide drone ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan plans to ban workers in key tech roles from visiting mainland China
The new rules are prompted by growing concerns about illicit tech transfers and mean individuals and businesses will need permission to go to the mainland. ( read original story ...)
Olympics-Taiwan welcomes Olympians home with fighter escort, pride in name
Taiwan's Olympic medallists flew home to a grand welcome on Wednesday following a best-ever Games performance that has boosted pride on the island claimed by China and revived calls for it to compete ... ( read original story ...)
LADNER: Learning from others
I just returned from a national conference in Salt Lake City, Utah that hosted over 1,500 state legislators from across the nation. ( read original story ...)
The Taiwanese Companies Revolutionising Manufacturing
We envisage a better future through automation, one which benefits businesses and society,” says Stephen Su, vice president and general director at the Industry, Science and Technology International ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese embassy in UK ‘firmly opposes’ BBC’s reporting on ‘Chinese Taipei’ Olympic team -statement
The Chinese embassy in the UK "firmly opposes" the BBC's reporting on the participation of Taiwan's "Chinese Taipei" team in the Olympics, it said in a statement on Monday. ( read original story ...)
Is Taiwan Next?
In Taipei, young people like Nancy Tao Chen Ying watched as the Hong Kong protests were brutally extinguished. Now they wonder what’s in their future. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan and the cutting-edge of ICT innovation
In ICT, change is the only constant, so what does this mean for the future of Taiwan’s position as a hub for ICT innovation? Paid and presented by Taiwan Excellence ... ( read original story ...)