Taipei, March 22 (CNA) The United States and Taiwan have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation on combating intellectual property infringement and trade fraud crimes, a U.S. official said Wednesday. Kin Moy, director of the ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan cbank seen holding rates steady as government unveils fiscal stimulus
Taiwan is looking for domestic drivers that dovetail with President Tsai Ing-wen's push to roll out green energy, improved utilities, better transport and telecommunications networks, and innovative technology. Exports account for over 60 percent of Taiwan ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks track Wall Street lower; TPK surges on Shenzhen O-Film deal
TAIPEI, March 22 Taiwan stocks on Wednesday retreated from a near two-year high hit in the previous session, tracking a sharp pullback on Wall Street, with techs and financials dragging the index down. Wall Street fell sharply on Tuesday as investors were ... ( read original story ...)
Việt Nam, Chinese Taipei warm-up for Asian Cup
HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam will play Chinese Taipei in today’s friendly match that will see many youngsters as both sides look to rejuvenate their line-ups. The match is one of the activities to prepare for the last 2019 Asian Cup qualification round next ... ( read original story ...)
Micron buys Cando assets, to open CoE for DRAM in Taiwan
Semiconductor systems provider Micron Technology has won the auction for Cando assets, which will be utilized in establishing a back-end site for Micron Taiwan. Micron has now completed the title acquisition process for the new site. The acquisition ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Mobile sees profits up 7% on year in January-February
Mobile telecom carrier Taiwan Mobile saw its net profits increase 7% on year to NT$2.68 billion (US$86.47 million) in the first two months of 2017. EPS for the January-February period stood at NT$0.98, accounting for 73% of its guidance set for the first ... ( read original story ...)
Fast Asia Open: Taiwan export orders, Citic Telecom earnings
In China’s bureaucratic circles, a summit like the weekend’s meeting with the US secretary of state might be referred to as “win-win”. In US diplomatic circles it’s… now also apparently known as that, too. Rex Tillerson wrapped up two days of ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan aiming to discontinue 2G by end-August
Local telecoms regulator the National Communications Commission (NCC) has confirmed that no cellco has indicated an intention to offer services over a shared GSM network, which Asia Pacific Telecom (APT) had volunteered to operate after 2G licences expire ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan market: LG launches 4 smartphones targeting entry-level to mid-range segment
LG Electronics has launched four smartphones, the LG Stylus 3, LG K10, K8 and K4, in the Taiwan market, targeting the entry-level to mid-tier segment. These new phones will be available starting April. The 5.7-inch LG Stylus 3 is priced at NT$7,990 (US$260 ... ( read original story ...)
Micron to Establish its Center of Excellence for DRAM in Taiwan
TAIPEI, Taiwan, March 21, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU), a global leader in advanced semiconductor systems, today announced that on March 14 it successfully won the auction for Cando Corporation assets, which will be ... ( read original story ...)
Tannus to exhibit at Taipei 2017
Airless tyre brand Tannus has confirmed that it will host a stand at the Taipei International Cycle Show 2017. The show, which is set to take place from March 22 nd to the 25 th, will be the first time the brand has ever had any involvement with the show. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan launches submarine project in face of China threat
Tsai called the launch of the submarine plan a "historic moment" at a naval base in southern city of Kaohsiung ... relations with Taipei after switching recognition to Beijing in 1979. But Taiwan has turned to the domestic submarine project after years ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan announces plan to build own submarines
KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan (AP) - Taiwan will build its own submarines to get around Beijing's efforts to prevent it from purchasing such craft from overseas and ensure an adequate defense against Chinese threats, President Tsai Ing-wen said Tuesday. During a visit ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to build its own submarine, president vows on visit to 50-year-old vessel
KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan Taiwan will build its own submarines, President Tsai Ing-wen pledged on Tuesday, as the self-ruled island looks to fresh arms sales by the United States, accompanied by key submarine technology, to counter a growing military threat from ... ( read original story ...)
6 Taipei Hotels for Every Type of Traveler
The property’s basement level will boast a lounge and a restaurant with a menu from Mikkel Maarbjerg, the Michelin-starred chef of Ensemble in Copenhagen, Denmark. The hotel is also located just down the block from the Mandarin Oriental. This Taipei ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks hit nearly 2-year highs as TSMC climbs; T$ strengthens
TAIPEI, March 21 Taiwan stocks rose to a fresh near two-year high on Tuesday following news the island's export orders grew more than expected, paced by gains in tech exporters including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC). As of 2:002:002:00 GMT ... ( read original story ...)