Olivia Wang contributed research from Hong Kong. Meaghan Tobin is a technology correspondent for The Times based in Taipei, covering business and tech stories in Asia with a focus on China. More about ...
Taiwan firms in mainland China turn ‘more cautious’ with investments as cuts and offshoring increase, survey finds
Geopolitical tensions, coupled with a weakened and more uncertain business environment on the mainland, continue to take a toll on investor confidence among Taiwanese investors.
Bubble tea’s Taiwan origin story: economic boom, national identity and betrayal
The self-governing island consumes a billion cups a year of the milk tea with the chewy tapioca pearls. Globally, it's a $3 billion industry.
Why Taiwan Is Building a Satellite Network Without Elon Musk
SpaceX dominates the satellite internet industry, and Mr. Musk has long done business in China through his electric car company, Tesla, which has a big manufacturing operation in Shanghai. Officials ...
Apple supplier Foxconn sees strong 2024 as Q4 beats forecasts
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Apple supplier Foxconn said on Thursday ... Apple last month reported sales and profit that beat Wall Street estimates, powered by growth in its iPhone business though its China ...
The Foundation for Yunus Social Business Taiwan joins Yunus Social Business Centers (YSBCs) to create social impact together.
The Foundation for Yunus Social Business Taiwan (“the Foundation”) held the 2024 YSBC Reunion on International Women's Day, 8 March, at the Illume Taipei and invited all YSBCs of universities and ...
China Condemns U.S. Proposal to Force the Sale of TikTok
The foreign ministry accused Washington of “resorting to hegemonic moves” ahead of House vote on a bill aimed at ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company.
Taiwan cbank sees CPI rising less than 2%, to apply moderate tightening
Taiwan's central bank said on Wednesday it expects the consumer price index (CPI) to rise less than 2% this year, and will gradually apply a moderate tightening policy to curb inflation expectations.
Taiwan chip powerhouses see February sales soar on AI demand
TAIPEI -- Taiwan's tech industry was a study in contrasts in February, as major chipmakers such as TSMC thrived on strong demand for artificial intelligence-related products while companies involved ...
Largan, ITRI start battery venture
Largan Precision Co (大立光) has formed a joint venture with the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI, 工研院) to produce fast-charging, long-life lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, ...
China trying to ‘normalise’ military drills near Taiwan: island’s top security official
Taiwan's top security official told parliament on Monday that China runs "joint combat readiness patrols" near the democratic island every 7-10 days on average, saying Chinese forces were trying to ...
Taiwan’s perilous path in a distracted world
Beijing certainly sounds more belligerent. It recently sharpened its rhetoric saying it must “fight” Taiwanese independence, rather than “oppose” it, its previous preferred formulation. Gloomier ...
SiAT Partners with CSAC to Launch CNT-Coated Aluminum Foil, Enhancing Battery Fast Charging and Longevity
SiAT, a leading Taiwan manufacturer of advanced nanomaterials for batteries, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Taiwan C.S. Aluminum Corporation (CSAC). This collaboration marks the ...
Taiwan Semiconductor Dips After Xi Jinping Calls For Mobilization Of ‘Patriots’ In Taiwan, But Sentiment Remains Strong
Taiwan Semiconductor Dips After Xi Jinping Calls For Mobilization Of 'Patriots' In Taiwan, But Sentiment Remains Strong Rhetoric from the CCP has reached a new pitch as President Xi Jinping calls on ...
Opinion: The world’s most dangerous place has only gotten more dangerous
The risk of a US-China war over Taiwan is real, CNN’s Fareed Zakaria writes, arguing that as tensions simmer, all sides must proceed with caution.
NPC deputies from Taiwan delegation affirm confidence in national reunification
According to Yan, cross-Strait industrial cooperation has deepened, with Taiwan entrepreneurs accelerating investment and optimizing their business structures on the mainland. Taiwan enterprises on ...