A Taiwanese airline is aiming to operate five daily round-trip flights on its Hong Kong-Taipei route that will debut later this month with an initial two. Tony Cho, the general manager of Starlux Airlines’ Hong Kong branch, said on Thursday the carrier ...
Taipei heat index to hit 43 C
The CWA said Tainan, Kaohsiung, and Pingtung County could reach 38 C on Wednesday. It issued an orange heat advisory, reaching 36 C for three straight days, for Taipei, New Taipei, Taichung, Changhua County, Nantou County, Yunlin County, Chiayi, Chiayi County, Hualien County, and Taitung County.
More IPOs likely to return in 2025 after shorter year in 2024: Citi
Even though India is in the spotlight at the moment, Citi sees countries like Indonesia and Vietnam exhibiting strong growth.
Sync-Tech breaks ground at Kaohisung’s Ciaotou Science Park
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Sitronix Technology subsidiary Sync-Tech System broke ground for their new fab in Kaohsiung’s Ciaotou Science Park on Thursday (July 4). Kaohsiung City Government's Economic ...
Firms weigh removing Taiwan staff from China after death penalty threat
Some foreign companies are considering moving Taiwanese employees out of China after Beijing said it could impose the death penalty on "diehard" Taiwan independence separatists, said four people familiar with the matter.
Unique burial practices found at neolithic burial site in southern Taiwan
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Ongoing excavations and archeological analysis at the Taidoukeng Culture Site in Chiayi City have revealed variations in burial practices of the region’s neolithic inhabitants in comparison to nearby archeological sites in Tainan.
Taiwan Tourism Administration Launches First Promotional Event in Laos and Cambodia
Taiwan Tourism Administration is expanding into emerging markets in Southeast Asia. For the first time, a delegation will conduct Taiwan tourism promotion activities in Laos and Cambodia from June 30 to July 5.
Taiwan reports over 8 million 5G devices in Q1
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — A National Communications Commission (NCC) report published on Monday (July 1) showed that Taiwan had 8.73 million 5G devices in Q1. According to the report, mobile ...
Exclusive-Firms Weigh Removing Taiwan Staff From China After Death Penalty Threat
Beijing condemns Taiwan's Lai as a "separatist" and staged war games shortly after his May inauguration. Taiwan has complained of ramped up Chinese pressure since Lai won the election in January, including ongoing military actions, trade sanctions and coast guard patrols around Taiwan-controlled islands next to China.
Taiwan researchers develop wear-resistant material for semiconductors
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Taiwan researchers from National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) developed a highly conductive and wear-resistant alloy for semiconductors and passive components.
Taipei Fubon Bank follows TSMC to open Japan branch
Taipei Fubon Bank President Tim Kuo (郭倍廷) said that after the company received a green light from the FSC on Tuesday (July 2), it moved to apply with the Japanese government. The Tokyo branch should ...
FinTechSpace Inks Landmark MOU with Malaysia’s FAOM, Showcases Taiwan’s Fintech Innovations
TAIPEI, July 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Founded by Taiwan Financial Services Roundtable, Taiwan's premier one-stop fintech innovation platform, "FinTechSpace," led a delegation of nine Taiwanese fintech ...
Police investigating deaths of two children in New Taipei river
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Police are investigating the deaths of two children who are believed to have drowned in New Taipei’s Xindian District on July 2 (Tuesday). CNA reported on Thursday (July 4) that ...
If Taiwan seeks recognition of its sovereignty, it must renounce claims on other democracies
If Taiwanese leaders continue to uphold illegitimate Chinese territorial demands against India, why should anyone take Taiwan’s own demands for respect of its own sovereignty seriously?
Taiwan’s National Symphony Orchestra to conclude season with Strauss opera Der Rosenkavalier
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Taiwan's National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) will present Richard Strauss's beloved opera "Der Rosenkavalier" on July 11 and 13 at the National Concert Hall. Considered one of Strauss's finest works and a cornerstone of the operatic ...
BlackRock partners with Google in Taiwan on solar power
Google invests in BlackRock-owned NGP to accelerate new energy electricity grid in Taiwan and to achieve its clean energy goals.