Taiwan conducted its first-ever tabletop exercise simulating war with China. Chinese military threats prompted Taiwan's 3-hour war game inside the Presidential Office. Taiwan's VP Hsiao Bi-Khim and NSC chief Joseph Wu led simulated military escalation.
Hong Kong-Taipei: 2024’s busiest international airline route says OAG
MUMBAI: The busiest international airline Route in the year 2024 was Hong Kong (HKG) to Taipei (TPE) with 6.8 million seats, said OAG, a UK-based aviation data firm. In 2023, the Hong Kong to Taipei route ranked as the third busiest route.
China targets U.S. companies including Boeing’s Insitu, Raytheon over arms sales to Taiwan
The Chinese government on Friday said it was taking countermeasures against some U.S. companies for providing military assistance to Taiwan. Read more here.
Court releases Ko Wen-je on bail of NT$30m
Taipei prosecutors said they would appeal the release and file ... and Lee Wen-tsung (李文宗), finance chief of Ko’s presidential election campaign. Pong was released on bail of NT$5 million, Ying NT$15 ...
Taipei councilor handed nine years for corruption
Taipei City Councilor Chen Chung-wen (陳重文) was yesterday sentenced to nine years in prison after being found guilty of illegally obtaining more than NT$3.7 million (US$113,081) for himself and a ...
China sanctions 7 companies over US military assistance to Taiwan
The sanctions generally have a limited impact, because American defense companies don't sell arms or other military goods to China.
Taipei Councilor Sentenced to Nine Years for Corruption – TaiwanPlus News
Taipei City Councilor Chen Chong-wen has been sentenced to nine years in prison for corruption, fined and stripped of his right to hold public office for six years after finishing his sentence. Chen and his associates were found guilty of illegally profiting from a city welfare scheme.
TAIWAN Travels | Taipei In 4 Days
From its busy cities with towering skyscrapers to its beautiful countryside full of waterfalls and many other hidden gems to discover, Taiwan is a country that truly melds the East with the West.
Taiwan warns that spending cuts will affect AI growth
Taiwan’s government is furious. The Ministry of Science and Technology just announced that next year’s budget for cutting-edge fields like semiconductors, AI, and aerospace is set to shrink by T$20 ...
Taiwan Semiconductor Expands Domestically With 5 New Factories
Taiwan Semiconductor's investment in Kaohsiung is driving city dev. with 5 factories. 1st plant to start in 2025-2026, ahead of schedule.
Taiwan FTC blocks Uber’s $950M purchase of Foodpanda, Reuters says
M purchase of Delivery Hero’s (DLVHF) Foodpanda business over concerns it would be anti-competitive, Reuters reports. Delivery Hero said in a statement Uber may appeal the commission’s decision or ...
Taiwan welcomes Ukranian delegation from Lviv
A Ukrainian delegation from Lviv arrived in Taiwan on Thursday to explore opportunities for inter-city cooperation. The delegation is led by the Mayor of Lviv, Andriy Sadovyy, and will remain in ...
Ying Hsiao-wei, Sheen Ching-jing released on bail in Core Pacific City case
former Taipei Deputy Mayor Pong Cheng-sheng (彭振聲) and Lee Wen-tsung (李文宗), finance chief of Ko's 2024 presidential election campaign. Pong and Lee were also released earlier today after paying their ...
Taiwan’s science ministry warns spending cuts could hit chips, AI funding
Taiwan’s science ministry warned on Friday that funding for areas such as semiconductors, AI and aerospace could be reduced by T$20 billion ($609.11 million) for next year after opposition parties passed laws requiring cuts to economic and technology spending.
Pong Cheng-sheng, Lee Wen-tsung released on bail
Former Taipei Deputy Mayor Pong Cheng-sheng (彭振聲 ... Pong was seen smiling and waving to reporters when he left the court. Lee Wen-tsung (李文宗), finance chief of Ko's 2024 election campaign, who was ...
‘Red Business Guide’ on Google Maps reports pro-China businesses in Taiwan
Called “Red Business Guide” it includes over 400 businesses across multiple industries, reported LTN. The list is intended as a reference for customers who want to avoid supporting businesses that are ...