The decision had been expected to be a close call, with economists polled by The Wall Street Journal nearly evenly split over whether policymakers would raise rates or hold steady.
US allies fret over how Trump might play his Taiwan hand with Xi
TOKYO/TAIPEI, Sept 17 (Reuters) - US allies in Asia are growing anxious that President Donald Trump may be tempted to soften Washington's support for Taiwan in return for an economic win with Beijing ...
Mild temperatures, showers forecast for northern, eastern Taiwan
A northeasterly wind system would continue to affect northern and eastern Taiwan over the next few days, bringing mild temperatures and a chance of rain, the Central Weather Administration (CWA) said.
China throws its weight around in America’s backyard over Taiwan
China reportedly threatened Panama with "serious consequences" after a majority of the country's lawmakers backed the creation of a parliamentary exchange group with Taiwan. The newly-created ...
Taiwan Semiconductor Is a No-Brainer Buy On Repeat And Not For The Reason You Think
Everyone buying TSMC stock is watching the wrong number. The real reason to own shares hides one layer beneath the AI headlines, inside a bottleneck so tight that even TSMC's own customers cannot get ...
What Do Taiwan’s People Think About Its Annual Military Exercises?
Taiwan’s Han Kuang exercises are winning public approval, despite the growing impact on civilians. Understanding is another matter.
RF Kuang breaks silence on controversy over Israeli character in Taipei story
R.F. Kuang’s 'Taipei Story' has sparked debate over an Israeli character, raising larger questions about political interpretation, authorial intent and how much meaning readers should place on ...
Taiwan could store only 20 days of natural gas at maximum capacity… China was practicing a blockade – “Then what?” – My take
Taiwan’s dependence on imported energy creates a major vulnerability in any confrontation with China. The episode says the island imports roughly 95% of its energy, while about half of its electricity ...
Fujian opens sister venue to Taipei’s Shilin Night Market
News that China’s Fujian Province launched a sister venue of Taipei’s Shilin Night Market has sparked intrigue and speculation in Taiwan.The grand opening of the famous night market’s allegedly near-i ...
Taipei Story — Rebecca F Kuang’s search for authenticity
The novelist’s exploration of Chinese-American identity sadly lacks the dynamism of her smash-hit ‘Yellowface’ ...
China would face a “hellscape” in a war over Taiwan
It envisions flooding the Taiwan Strait with relatively cheap aerial, sea-surface and underwater drones just as Chinese forces launch an attack. Assuming that China jams communication links with these ...
Taiwan tests US-made MQ-9B drones to counter PLA ‘grey-zone’ operations
More advanced derivative of MQ-9A Reaper to be used for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, island's military says Taiwan has begun flight testing its newly acquired MQ-9B drones, giving ...
A pro chef’s favorite places to eat in Taipei
Condé Nast Traveler joins chef Erchen Chang in Taipei as she shares her favorite places to eat across the city. From Taiwanese comfort food like three taste chicken and succulent gua bao to the best ...
He left Taipei behind – and found the Taiwan most tourists never see
The trip deliberately moves beyond Taipei to show what travelers can find in Taiwan’s smaller cities and towns. Homemade scallion pancakes, sesame balls, pepper cakes and pineapple cakes turn ordinary ...
‘This is seriously bold’: How China turned Taiwan tensions into a top-rating TV spy drama
Dismissed in Taiwan as simply propaganda, the Long Watch, or Jiaofeng, has proved a sensation across the strait with its references to real-life crises ...
Taiwan defence logistics under fire over missing chargers for US drones
Island’s army reportedly discovered omission only after taking delivery and later asked American side to find alternative supplier.