Taiwan grants visa-free entry for Filipinos starting November

TECO said they can stay in Taiwan for the purpose of tourism, business, visiting relatives and attending functions or events without a visa for up to 14 days. The visa-free initiative shall undergo a nine-month trial period as part of Taiwan’s ... ( read original story ...)

North Korea likely behind Taiwan SWIFT cyber heist: BAE

TORONTO (Reuters) - Cyber-security firm BAE Systems Plc said on Monday it believes the North Korean Lazarus hacking group is likely responsible for a recent cyber heist in Taiwan, the latest in a string of hacks targeting the global SWIFT messaging system. ( read original story ...)

Taiwan’s property market is gaining momentum

After two years of house price falls, Taiwan’s property market is gaining momentum. Demand is surging. Residential construction activity is also increasing again. During the latest quarter (Q2, 2017), nationwide house prices rose by 1.48% (1.28% ... ( read original story ...)

Probe into possible entry of drugs through Customs misconduct

Taipei, Oct. 11 (CNA) The Taipei District Prosecutors Office ... When the officials went to the factory the next day to investigate further, the machinery was gone. Minister of Finance Sheu Yu-jer (許虞哲) and Customs Administration Director-General ... ( read original story ...)

Thai suspects arrested for telecom fraud in Taiwan

Taipei, Oct. 13 (CNA) Over two dozen Thai and Taiwanese ... Their job consisted of carrying out telecommunications fraud against people in Thailand. During the raid, authorities found various telecommunication equipment and instruction manuals at the ... ( read original story ...)

Aviva to sell Taiwan business to local partner for $1

LONDON (Reuters) - British insurer Aviva said on Friday its decision to sell its 49 percent stake in a Taiwan joint venture to its partner First Financial Holding fits into its strategy of withdrawing from less profitable markets. Aviva declined to put a ... ( read original story ...)

Aviva to sell Taiwan business

LONDON (Reuters) - British insurer Aviva (AV.L) said on Friday it is to sell its 49 percent stake in its Taiwan joint venture to its partner First Financial Holding, as it tries to focus on more profitable markets. The decision came after a strategic ... ( read original story ...)