Taiwan shrugs off politics for record results

HONG KONG: Global demand for new smartphone models is driving Taiwan’s trade surplus and corporate revenues to record highs, underlining the strength of Asian trade even in the face of geopolitical jitters and rumours of protectionism. As a result ... ( read original story ...)

6 best day trips you can take from Taipei

(CNN) — Taipei City offers one of the widest selections of cheap and easy day trips of any Asian metropolis. The capital at the northern tip of Taiwan is right next to incredible natural escapes as well as boisterous towns and markets. Everything is just ... ( read original story ...)

Taiwan’s poor IPO performance likely to continue

The poor initial public offering (IPO) activity in Taiwan during the first half of the year may extend further to the second half, given the absence of high-profile deals and the rising competition from the Chinese market, according to accounting firm ... ( read original story ...)

10 things Taiwan does better than anyplace else

With 23 million people crammed onto an island that covers just more than 36,000 square kilometers, Taiwan ranks among the 20 most densely populated places in the world. Although the industrious island has built a global reputation for cheap electronics ... ( read original story ...)

6 best day trips from Taipei

The Taiwanese capital at the northern tip of the island is right next to incredible natural escapes as well as boisterous towns and markets. Everything is just a short train or MRT ride away. We've narrowed it down to our favorite half-dozen low ... ( read original story ...)

EM ASIA FX- S.Korean won, Taiwan dollar, Thai baht up

July 13 (Reuters) - The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0136 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Change on the day at 0136 GMT Currency Latest bid Previous day Pct Move Japan yen 113.180 113.13 -0.04 Sing dlr 1.378 1.3773 ... ( read original story ...)

Ericsson Taiwan: Taiwan makers keen to 5G technology

Telecom operators around the globe, including Taiwan-based Chunghwa Telecom (CHT) and Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET), are positive about building their 5G networks, driven by product developments and the push of technology standards by equipment ... ( read original story ...)

Street food foray into Taiwan’s night markets

(CNN) — OK, you don't go to a night market for a sumptuous feast worthy of Michelin stars and postcards home. But in Taiwan, the imagination and innovation on display in even some of its simplest snack stalls is something to behold. Its night markets are ... ( read original story ...)

VIA Announces VIA Mobile360 ADAS Sample Kit

Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, VIA’s global network links the high tech centers of the US, Europe and Asia, and its customer base includes the many world’s leading hi-tech, telecommunications, consumer electronics industry brand names. www.viatech.com ( read original story ...)

The Week Ahead: Yellen in the Spotlight

Singapore was the biggest decliner in Southeast Asia, shedding as much as 0.6 percent, dragged by losses in telecom, industrial and real estate ... low volume and minimal movements for markets". Taipei, Wellington and Manila were also higher. ( read original story ...)

Taiwan says Chinese carrier sails into its defense zone

TAIPEI (Reuters) - Chinese aircraft carrier the Liaoning entered Taiwan's air defense identification zone early on Wednesday morning on its way back from Hong Kong and is being monitored, Taiwan's defense ministry said, adding there was no cause for alarm. ( read original story ...)

EM ASIA FX-S. Korean won, Taiwan dollar up; Philippine peso down

July 12 (Reuters) - The following table shows rates for Asian currencies against the dollar at 0138 GMT. CURRENCIES VS U.S. DOLLAR Change on the day at 0138 GMT Currency Latest bid Previous day Pct Move Japan yen 113.620 113.92 +0.26 Sing dlr 1.380 1.3817 ... ( read original story ...)

China says US has apologized for Taiwan name gaffe

BEIJING – The United States has apologized for mistakenly describing Chinese President Xi Jinping as the leader of Taiwan, China said Monday. Chinese scholars said the error shows a lack of competence in the White House that is not conducive to healthy U ... ( read original story ...)