TAIPEI (Reuters) - Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics contract manufacturer and a major supplier for Apple Inc (AAPL.O), said on Friday the biggest challenge the company is facing is the trade war between Washington and Beijing. Chairman Terry Gou ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan presents Japan’s startups with potential global launchpad
"Likewise, we want to establish a structure for bringing together players from Japan and Taiwan in the internet business," he said. Since Taiwan is a small market, with about 23.5 million people, startups there tend to have their sights set on ... ( read original story ...)
Two Japan airlines rename Taiwan as ‘China Taiwan’ on Chinese websites
Japan's ties with China are improving after years of acrimony over historical and territorial issues. Japan has close business ties with Taiwan but has acknowledged the "One China" policy, which describes Taiwan as an integral part of China. Asked about ... ( read original story ...)
The US Opens a New Compound in Taiwan. It’s Business As Usual.
On June 12, Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen joined American officials in Taipei to commemorate the opening of the new American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) — the United States’ de facto embassy in Taiwan in everything but name. Ahead of the event much ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Education Ministry Launches Online Learning Initiative, “Huayu 101”
TAIPEI, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 13, 2018--The Ministry of Education (MOE) announced the launch of an online learning initiative called “Huayu 101”, a brand new online Mandarin learning material, at the end of May in Taipei, Taiwan. Professor Chang ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. shows new de facto embassy in Taiwan amid China tensions
The ceremony was attended by high-ranking Taiwan officials and senior business executives, including Morris Chang, the former chairman of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd (TSMC), the world's biggest contract chip maker. China claims self-ruled ... ( read original story ...)
Want to do business in Taiwan?
Foxconn Technology Group’s decision to locate in Wisconsin created a new link between the state and the company’s home country of Taiwan. It’s a connection many businesses are eager to take advantage of, whether as a Foxconn supplier or in another ... ( read original story ...)
Walk through Taipei with TourMeAway
In Photo: Found in Wanhua District, Longshan Temple is one of the famous temples in Taipei. Story & Photos by Charmaine Cunanan When Taiwan allowed visa-free entry for Filipinos, it suddenly became one of the travel destinations. The city is the perfect ... ( read original story ...)
Computex Taipei 2018: The 4 biggest takeaways for business leaders
Computex Taipei is a whirlwind of a trade show—spanning four convention halls, as well as private demonstrations in nearby hotel business lounges. It truly is one of the largest computer expos in the world. While a large amount of Computex is dedicated ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan hits back at Qantas over decision to bow to Beijing pressure
which put its business image and reputation at risk. “With a population of 23 million, Taiwan has its own government, defence forces, parliament, currency and national institutions,” she said. “Taiwan was never ruled by Communist China, or the PRC ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan to loan ally Haiti $150 million for infrastructure development
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Taiwan plans to lend ally Haiti $150 million for ... diplomatic ally with a major infrastructure development project and also creates overseas business opportunities for Taiwanese companies," Lee was quoted as saying by the official ... ( read original story ...)
COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2018 Exhibitor Profiles
TAIPEI, Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--COMPUTEX, the world’s leading ICT and IoT event, takes place 5–9 June, 2018 in Taipei. Please note the following important information. #COMPUTEX Exhibitor News and Press Kits: http://www.tradeshownews.com/events ... ( read original story ...)
As Taiwan and China rivalry continues, Haiti president wraps up visit to Taipei
As a result, Taipei now has 18 allies, including Haiti. The U.S. has been lobbying Haiti to remain with Taiwan, but some Haitian business interests are urging the government to ditch the country in favor of China. According to a joint communique signed by ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese Pressure About Taiwan, Tibet Puts Companies in Awkward Spot
Photo: Jason Lee/Reuters Companies doing business in China are confronting a new issue: How to categorize Taiwan, Hong Kong, Tibet and other places over which China claims sovereignty? Costco Wholesale Corp. is the latest company to have to deal with this ... ( read original story ...)
Business representatives lay out Taiwan’s green energy challenges
Taipei, May 30 (CNA) Business representatives voiced their concerns Wednesday about the challenges Taiwan faces in its efforts to develop green energy and urged the government to come up with more effective solutions. The European Chamber of Commerce ... ( read original story ...)
Royal Bank Of Canada Becomes Latest Business To Refer To Taiwan As Part Of China
Royal Bank of Canada has become the latest Canadian business to kowtow to the so-called "one China" policy regarding Taiwan. The bank has listed self-ruled Taiwan as a "province of China" on its website for sending international money orders, adding to the ... ( read original story ...)