China's restrictive practices present fundamental problems for its application to join a major pan-Pacific free trade pact, and if it joins before Taiwan there is a risk it could block their ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan says resolving chip shortages needs Malaysia’s help
Resolving the global shortage of auto semiconductors needs Malaysia's help, especially when it comes to packaging, a sector affected by the country's COVID-19 curbs, Taiwan Economy Minister Wang ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s CPTPP Bid Will Test the Resolve of the Indo-Pacific
Taiwan’s application is a test case of how a high-stakes gambit in the Indo-Pacific can move forward without the United States. ( read original story ...)
Why Is Taiwan Bailing Out U.S. Electric Trucks?
Foxconn, the world’s largest electronics manufacturer, agreed to purchase Lordstown Motors, the Ohio electric truck manufacturer, for $280 million. ( read original story ...)
China’s Military Aircraft Flights Near Taiwan Hit Monthly Record High
China's warplanes flew 117 sorties off southwest Taiwan in September—the most since public records began—but not every flight is a message for Taipei. ( read original story ...)
‘Taiwan’s Business is China’s Business,’ Beijing Warns Japan and U.S.
Mixed signals by Chinese officials suggest Beijing will be closely watching Japan's next leader Fumio Kishida, who many expect will continue existing policies. ( read original story ...)
Alstom, CTCI consortium lands €720 million SEMPO contract for the delivery of integrated metro system for Taipei Circular Line Phase Two
Alstom to provide rolling stock, signalling, platform screen door solutions together with the project management and overall system integration Taipei Cir ... ( read original story ...)
Taipei Circular Line Phase 2 automated metro contract awarded
TAIWAN: Taipei City Government has awarded a consortium of Alstom and CTCI a €720m contract to supply rolling stock and railway systems for Phase 2 of the Taipei Circular Line driverless metro. The 15 ... ( read original story ...)
Japan unprepared for Taiwan crisis fallout if China pursues ‘military reunification’ route: ex-navy chief
Yoji Koda, who retired from the Maritime Self-Defence Forces in 2008, says Japanese policymakers and people should prepare for conflict between the US and China in the Taiwan Strait. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan, on chip information request, says respects US laws
Taiwan respects U.S. commercial law and rules but will help Taiwanese companies if they receive any "unreasonable requests", the government said on Thursday after the United States pressed firms to ... ( read original story ...)
ALSTOM SA : Alstom-led consortium to deliver innovative integrated system for Taipei’s fully automated metro line
Alstom-led consortium to deliver innovative integrated system for Taipei’s fully automated metro line Alstom to provide rolling stock, signalling, platform screen door solutions together with the proj ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan could benefit if China’s power curbs shift production orders to the island, central bank governor says
Taiwan may benefit from orders being shifted to the island if China's power curbs disrupt the country's exports, Taiwan Central Bank governor said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
At event with U.N. envoy, U.S. says committed to Taiwan’s international participation
The United States remains committed to expanding Taiwan's space for international participation, a senior U.S. diplomat said at an event with Taiwan's foreign minister that was also attended by the ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan facing ‘political problems’ in CPTPP bid: President Tsai
President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) said Wednesday that Taiwan will have to overcome some "political problems" in its efforts to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan sees upside from China power curbs if orders shifted
Taiwan may benefit from orders being shifted to the island if China's power curbs lead to the country's exports being impacted, Taiwan Central Bank Governor Yang Chin-long said on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan central bank says GDP may grow 6% this year
Taiwan Central Bank Governor Yang Chin-long said on Thursday that the economy may grow 6% this year though that depends on trade and domestic consumption growth. Yang, taking lawmaker questions in ... ( read original story ...)