Taiwan’s central bank will likely keep its policy rate steady at a record low this week as the economy weathers the coronavirus pandemic far better than many of its regional peers, supported by a ... ( read original story ...)
Pro-Beijing CTiTV Goes Off Air in Taiwan, Seeks Court Reversal
Beijing news channel, went off air this weekend in Taiwan after its operator lost an appeal against a decision by the National Communications Commission. But the skirmishing is far from over. The ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan aims to be eligible to join CPTPP before Beijing, but ‘must revisit Japan food ban’
Taipei may find it easier than Beijing to satisfy membership requirements – if the island can assuage Tokyo over a food ban relating to 2011 nuclear disaster. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan IC design service, silicon IP providers to see revenues hit highs in 4Q20 and beyond
Many Taiwan-based IC design service and silicon IP providers are expected to see their revenues hit record highs in the fourth quarter of 2020 thanks to continued orders from Chinese IC design houses, ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan central bank seen standing pat again as economy rebounds
Taiwan's central bank will likely keep its policy rate steady at a record low this week as the economy weathers the coronavirus pandemic far better than many of its regional peers, supported by a ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan still trying to join trade alliances despite nerves over Beijing’s threats
Pacific Partnership (TPP) once Taipei has finished ongoing informal consultations with the remaining 11 members. The original 12-member TPP was thrown into disarray in early 2017 when President Donald ... ( read original story ...)
The loneliest PRADA store becomes #Instaworthy spot
PRADA MARFA, located on the side of Highway 90, stands out in northwest Texas. Inside the window, there are rows of Prada classic bags, right-footed size-37 Prada shoes. Except for the white facade of ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan market’s earning growth rate to peak this year: Analyst
Quantum International's Peter Kurz sees good value in Taiwan's semiconductor and pharma sectors despite expectations for earnings growth to peak this year. ( read original story ...)
Asian markets rise as Japan reports better business sentiment
Shares rose early Monday in Asia, shrugging off a weak close last week on Wall Street after Japan's central bank reported a strong improvement in business sentiment. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan ‘in talks’ ahead of application to join trans-Pacific trade pact
The self-ruled island’s foreign ministry has confirmed informal discussions are under way with 11 members of CPTPP. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan says on track to apply to join trans-Pacific trade pact
Taiwan will submit an application to join the revamped version of the Trans-Pacific Partnership once it has finished informal consultations with its existing 11 members, talks which are ongoing, the ... ( read original story ...)
EDITORIAL: Housing price measures insufficient
The Executive Yuan on Thursday approved a proposal to mandate the disclosure of the actual-price registration system for all property transactions nationwide, including addresses, and several related ... ( read original story ...)
Taisugar to grow reusage scheme
“The technology is there to recycle the plastic bags used to ... with a market share of 6.6 percent, the Taipei-based researcher said. TrendForce attributed the growth to rising customer orders for ... ( read original story ...)
Interview: Foreign minister urges new alliance against China
The international community must join together in resisting China’s expansionism and preventing an invasion of Taiwan by sharing intelligence, rethinking Chinese business ties and boosting Taipei’s ... ( read original story ...)
Adventure of the Ring, romantic comedy TV series about a nerd and his air hostess fiancée set in Taiwan, debuts on HBO in Asia
Nerd meets air hostess, they fall in love, he loses engagement ring, and laughs and learnings ensue – Adventure of the Ring, starring Chris Wang and Allison Lin, debuts on HBO Asia. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s purchase of US mobile communication system could help counter Chinese cyberattack
The Field Information Communications System is as significant as other, more high-profile weapons Washington has sold to Taipei, analyst says. ( read original story ...)