Taiwan could lose billions of NT dollars worth of business opportunities from hosting major international expositions if the number of hotels securing a “green mark” issued by the Ministry of ...
Recent Social Stir: (G)I-DLE’s Shuhua Rumored in Taipei Bar during Hiatus, Similar to TEMPEST’s Hwarang Club Incident
This led to a flare of criticism from disappointed fans who frowned upon the intrusion into Shuhua’s personal life. Some even drew parallels to this incident with the intrusive behaviors of sasaeng ...
Inside Taiwan’s China crisis that could start World War Three
China sees invading Taiwan as its destiny. Could this be the year Xi Jinping unleashes geopolitical catastrophe? Josh Glancy visits a high-tech nation on red alert ...
Rare exchange between China and Taiwan DPP official at virtual forum a ‘small step forward’
The exchange is said to be the first between a DPP official and Chinese scholars, under President Tsai's administration. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Taiwan’s forgotten disco era and the singers who made it big with covers of Abba, New Order and David Bowie
The song celebrated its 40th anniversary last year, but within months of its March 1983 release, an unauthorised Mandarin version was put out in Taiwan by singer Frankie Kao under the title “Love is ...
Why Japan can’t escape US-China hostility over Taiwan
For Yoshitaka Nakayama, the mayor of the tiny Japanese island of Ishigaki, the threat of a hostile China hits very close to home. This tropical tourist destination of 50,000 ...
Army mulls buying sea drones: source
The army is considering buying 200 armed sea drones after the Chungshan Institute of Science and Technology begins mass production in 2026, a source said yesterday.
Xiamen, the Chinese city trying to attract Taiwan
The coastal hub is being showcased by Beijing, in an attempt to attract Taiwanese residents and companies. The goal is to increase cooperation with the democratically self-governed island ...
Still Going to Japan? Taiwan’s 5 Best Hot Springs Near Taipei
Beitou Sulfur Hot Springs, Taiwan It takes about 35 minutes by MRT from Taipei Main Station to Xinbeitou Station, making it a popular destination for travelers to visit hot springs near Taipei.There ...
Taiwan’s Surprising Drop in Trade Dependence on Mainland China
Although elected with a clear mandate to decrease Taiwan’s trade dependence on mainland China, President Tsai Ing-wen met with limited success in her attempt during the first term of her presidency.
Opposing ‘Taiwan independence’ prevailing public sentiment in Taiwan: vice chairman of Central Committee of Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) cannot represent Taiwan, nor can it represent all Taiwan compatriots. The prevailing public sentiment in Taiwan has been opposed to “Taiwan independence,” ...
Taiwan Training Laser Weapons On China’s Drone Threat
Taiwan has teamed up with allies to develop a 50-kilowatt laser weapon system, marking a potential great leap in the self-governing island's defense ...
‘Sky baby’: China social media hails pilot who made mid-air dash from cockpit to help deliver baby in plane toilet on Taipei-Bangkok flight
Cabin crew find passenger in labour in aircraft toilet, alert flight deck 18-year veteran flyer leaves co-pilot at controls, rushes to help with delivery A commercial pilot has been hailed as a hero ...
Beijing’s military budget has increased at the same rate as last year – but Taiwan is taking no chances
Taiwan has said it does not want an 'arms race' with mainland China, as Beijing announced a rise in its military budget of 7.2% But Taipei said it still wants to be ready for a potential conflict, so ...
Taiwan Semi Stock Still Looks Cheap. Here’s Why.
If artificial intelligence (AI) is to become part of everyday life, one thing is clear - we're going to need a lot more computing power, and therefore a lot more of the semiconductors that power that ...
Astera Labs Seeks Up To $534M In IPO As AI Craze Continues
Chip startup Astera Labs is targeting a valuation of up to $4.5 billion in an initial public offering, riding a wave of interest from investors for all things AI.