In 2000, Bill Gates visited Taiwan for the World Congress of Information Technology (WCIT), and in 2009, Steve Ballmer, the second president of Microsoft, visited Taiwan only for one day. These were ...
Taiwan Reports Increased Chinese Military Presence Near Its Borders
Taiwan's Defense Ministry reported detecting seven Chinese ships and two planes around Taiwan between 6 am on Sunday and 6 am on Monday, May 13. 2 Chinese planes and 7 ships were seen near Taiwan up to 6 a.m. today. 2 planes crossed the median line.
Weightlifting body apologises after chair refers to competitor ‘countries’ at event involving Taiwan and Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s weightlifting and powerlifting body has apologised after its chair referred to competitor “countries” at an event that included Taiwan and Hong Kong. It comes after the government urged an in-depth investigation on Friday owing to the “suspected violation” of the one-China principle.
A Sinuous Cruise Ship Terminal by RUR Architecture Redefines Taiwan’s Waterfront
This international cruise ship terminal is the second major project in Taiwan by RUR Architecture, the New York–based practice of husband-and-wife team Jesse Reiser and Nanako Umemoto. Incorporating a ...
Tainan turns 400: Why Taiwan’s oldest city and food capital is worth a visit this year
Hotel operators, restaurants and attraction sites are offering special deals, and the city will host large-scale events. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Global chips battle intensifies with $81 billion subsidy surge
The spending spree on chips are kind of triggering rivalries among the US and its allies in Europe and Asia. All economies want to be part of the growing global industry.
Innovations in food machinery: A focus on FOODTECH TAIPEI 2024
The FOODTECH TAIPEI 2024 is set to be a major event in the food manufacturing industry, scheduled from June 26 to 29 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center.
Man arrested for suspected murder of 3 family members in New Taipei
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — A man suspected to be behind a triple homicide in New Taipei was arrested in Taichung on Sunday (May 12).
Saving 70% of water – New Irrigation System Revolutionizes Farming in Tropical Regions
In conclusion, AgriGaia's Underground Irrigation System represents a significant step towards sustainable agriculture in tropical regions, offering a promising solution for water conservation, soil ...
Meet Taiwan’s new ‘matchmaker’ for Australian business
As Taiwan prepares to welcome a new president and bolster economic ties with Australia, the self-ruled island’s local envoy issues a warning over Chinese coercion.
Taiwan’s Central Bank Has AI In Its FX Intervention Corner
(Bloomberg) -- As a strong dollar drives up currency volatility across Asia, an artificial intelligence-fueled tech boom has offered Taiwan some reprieve. Most Read from Bloomberg Putin Appoints ...
Taiwan: President-elect Lai may express ‘goodwill’ towards China in inaugural address
President-elect, Lai Ching-te, is expected to deliver a “goodwill” message towards China in his inaugural address on May 20 to further cross-strait talks, Taiwan News reported, citing Central News ...
‘Impossible to buy a home’: Taiwan’s young workers struggle as wealth inequality grows
They want the new government to prioritise tackling stagnant wages and soaring housing prices. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Notes from Central Taiwan: Hualien needs you
Ease of access has meant that images coming out of the quake-stricken areas were largely of the two dramatically affected buildings in Hualien city, and a few videos of roads in Taroko. Images of the ...
High-stakes tests loom for Taiwan
The Taiwan new president’s inauguration speech will not be the only test of cross-strait ties. Read more at straitstimes.com.
TASA to launch six satellites from 2026
The Taiwan Space Agency (TASA) yesterday said it plans to launch six low Earth orbit satellites starting in 2026 as part of the government’s plan to boost the resilience of the nation’s communications ...