TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Business leaders said Friday the government was creating, not addressing problems for local enterprises by trying to force through a series of controversial amendments to the Labor Standards Act, arguing the changes would threaten the ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Foxconn manager indicted for stealing thousands of iPhones
TAIPEI: A former senior manager at Taiwan's technology giant Foxconn has been indicted for stealing and selling 5,700 iPhones in China to pocket around US$1.56 million, Taiwanese prosecutors said on Friday (Dec 2). Foxconn is the world's largest contract ... ( read original story ...)
BenQ launches new digital home cinema projector
Taipei-based technology major BenQ on Thursday launched a new digital home cinema projector which will deliver long-lasting picture quality with precise colours and sharp clarity. Harnessing the advanced "DLP 4K UHD DMD" with XPR technology, W11000 ... ( read original story ...)
Fitch Affirms Chailease Finance at 'BBB-'; Upgrades Fina Finance to 'A(twn)'
(The following statement was released by the rating agency) TAIPEI, December 01 (Fitch) Fitch Ratings has affirmed Taiwan-based Chailease Finance Co, Ltd.'s (Chailease) Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'BBB-' and National Long-Term Rating at 'A(twn)'. ( read original story ...)
Indonesian president meets with business delegation from Taiwan
JAKARTA -- Indonesian President Joko Widodo met with a Taiwanese business delegation Wednesday and expressed ... and Andrew Hsia of the Phu My Hung Development Corp., a subsidiary of the Taipei-based Central Trading and Development Group. ( read original story ...)
Taipei gov't and Taitung ink solar deal
CNA -- Representatives from Taipei City Government's Department of Economic Development and Tatung Company sign a contract on Wednesday, Nov. 30, which makes Tatung the provider of solar power equipment in northern Taipei. This contract is part of the city ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan promises increased investment in Indonesia
Taiwan has once again expressed its intention to increase investment in Indonesia following a series of economic policy reforms under President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s administration. Taiwanese firms met with the President and several Cabinet members ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks hit three-week high; financials up
TAIPEI, Dec 1 (Reuters) - Taiwan stocks rose to a three-week high on Thursday along with other regional bourses, led by gains in financial stocks such as Cathay Financial Holdings. As of 0347 GMT, the main TAIEX index was up 0.3 percent at 9,270.93 points ... ( read original story ...)
HTC's Newest High-End Smartphone Works Extra Fast At A Strange Cost
HTC is at it again. The Taiwanese developer is trying to prop up its long-faltering smartphone business with a new high-end model that might stand out in a vast field of Android devices. Its HTC Bolt smartphone runs at an extraordinarily high speed on the ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan market: Samsung appoints new head for mobile business unit
Samsung Taiwan has announced the promotion of Randy Lee to serve as deputy general manager of its mobile communications business unit. Lee will be responsible for marketing of Samsung's mobile devices, including smartphones, tablets and wearable devices in ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Pavilion Showcases Innovative Green Technologies at ECOTECH VIETNAM 2016
The Taiwan Pavilion, located in the Hall A1 (Booth 262-265, 274-277), consists of nine exhibitors showcasing a wide range of innovative green products and services. Technology solutions on display include solar PV racks and integrated systems offered by ... ( read original story ...)
China tells Taiwan to stay out of Hong Kong debate
BEIJING China called on Wednesday on Taiwan to stay out Hong Kong's affairs, saying self-ruled Taiwan was "talking nonsense" about the former British colony and warning it not to damage Hong Kong's stability. Chinese leaders are concerned about a fledgling ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Rejects Licence Application by China’s iQIYI
Taiwan’s Investment Commission has rejected a license application by iQIYI, one of China’s biggest online video firms, to set up operations on the island. The decision was made in consultation with Taiwan’s Ministry of Culture and its Mainland ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan protests after Malaysia deports telecom fraud suspects to mainland China
Taiwan has expressed its “stern opposition” to Malaysia’s deportation of 21 Taiwanese suspected of multi-million dollar telecoms fraud to mainland China, the latest example of a problem that has strained cross-Strait ties. The mainland’s official ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan strongly protests against deportation of 21 fraud suspects from Malaysia to China
Beijing has accused Taipei of failing to crack down on the telecom fraud and stopping its nationals from engaging in such activities. "They should reflect upon Taiwan's relevant rules and Taiwan's political culture," Taiwan Affairs Office spokesman Ma ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks rise to near 3-week high; techs up
TAIPEI Nov 29 Taiwan stocks rose for a third straight session on Tuesday and hit an almost three-week high, helped by technology heavyweights such as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) and Hon Hai Precision Industry . As of 0410 GMT, the main ... ( read original story ...)