President Trump’s announcement on Thursday of a new tariff rate of 20 percent on Taiwan’s exports to the United States comes when ties between Taipei and Washington are already particularly strained.
Think tank highlights shifts in Taiwan’s defense posture
The report says that this year’s drills signaled a shift in Taiwan’s defense posture by treating China’s gray zone operations as a precursor to aggression. Reservist mobilizations were initiated as ...
New Hong Kong-Focused Media Outlet Pulse HK To Launch in Taipei
Pulse HK, a media outlet focused on Hong Kong, combines two diaspora media: Chaser News and Photon Media. With Taipei as one of its home bases, the outlet will link Hong Kong media professionals in ...
TSMC US chip production may soon only be three years behind Taiwan
TSMC is working to build two plants in Arizona faster, a move that could bring more Apple chip production to Arizona quicker — but don't expect the newest chips.
Taiwan vows to seek lower tariff after Trump’s ‘temporary’ 20% levy
Taiwan vowed on Friday to seek a lower tariff after Donald Trump imposed a “temporary” 20 percent levy on its shipments to the United States as part of his trade war. The US president’s announcement ...
Taiwan says 20% U.S tariff rate is temporary, aiming to get lower figure
By Yimou Lee and Wen-Yee Lee TAIPEI (Reuters) -Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Friday that the new 20% tariff rate set by the Trump administration on goods imported from the island is "temporary ...
Taiwan president urges lowering U.S. tariffs and enhancing security cooperation
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said Friday that Taiwan has yet to enter final negotiations with the United States on tariffs, citing scheduling difficulties, but expressed hope that Washington would reduce the rate further following an upcoming round of talks.
Taiwan says 20% U.S tariff rate is temporary, talks ongoing
By Yimou Lee and Faith Hung TAIPEI (Reuters) -Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Friday that the new 20% tariff rate set by the Trump administration on goods imported from the island is "temporary" ...
Taiwan Says 20% US Tariff Temporary, Expects Cut After Talks
President Donald Trump is imposing a 20% duty on Taiwan’s exports to the US, in what the cabinet in Taipei called a “temporary” rate it expects to be reduced once the two sides reach an agreement ...
Chunghwa Telecom showcases innovation at Taipei AI expo
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Chunghwa Telecom is showcasing its 5G and AI technology applications, including private 5G networks, smart manufacturing, smart logistics, and immersive experiences, during the ...
Mega Financial downplays role of stablecoins in Taiwan
Stablecoins are a type of cryptocurrency that are pegged or “stabilized” by a currency on a one-to-one basis. The recent passage of the US Genius Act has sped up the regulatory process, clearing the ...
New Force in Vaccine National Team: NHRI Spin-off ‘TaiU’ Completes US$2M Seed Round Led by MVL Seed Fund
Taiwan Universe BioMedicine (TaiU), a startup spun off from the National Health Research Institutes (NHRI), today announced the completion of a NT$60 million (approx.US$2 million) seed funding round ...
Trump Unleashes Flurry of Trade Announcements on Eve of Deadline
Donald Trump unleashed a series of tariff deals and demands on the eve of his Friday deadline, including surprises on India and copper as the US president attempts to create a new global trade order.
Tesla deal could help boost Samsung’s foundry business
South Korea's Samsung Electronics signed a $16.5 billion, eight-year contract to supply semiconductors to a global company, which Elon Musk said was Tesla., ...
GAMEDAY: Team USA Takes On Chinese Taipei in World Cup Super Round
The last meeting between these two teams was in the 2023 WBSC U-12 Baseball World Cup gold-medal game, where Team USA downed Chinese Taipei, 10-4, to win its fifth World Cup title. Since the two teams ...
Taiwan Posts Fastest GDP Growth in Four Years, Buoyed by AI Demand — Update
Exports of goods and services surged 35.10% in the second quarter, higher than the 20.29% growth in the first quarter. Both persistent demand for Taiwan's key technological products and front-loaded ...