As same-sex marriage laws have expanded in the past decade in Europe and the Western Hemisphere, the movement to legalize such unions has faced staunch resistance in Asia. Early next year, Taiwan could become a pioneer in the region if one of several bills ... ( read original story ...)
China protests to Singapore over troop carriers in Taiwan
BEIJING, Nov 28 (Reuters) - China said on Monday it had lodged a protest with Singapore after Singaporean armoured troop carriers were seized by Hong Kong customs en route back from Taiwan, as a state-owned newspaper warned against Singapore's "hypocrisy". ( read original story ...)
This New Threat To Taiwan's Economy Is Sitting Right In Front Of You
Taiwan, the world’s 20th largest economy was an undisputed high-tech hardware hub for decades. Now officials and entrepreneurs are scrambling to sustain the $131 billion industry against a list of losses: Exports had declined for 17 straight months ... ( read original story ...)
National Taiwan Normal U. builds fashion platform to connect the world
TAIPEI, TAIWAN--(Marketwired - Nov 27, 2016) - National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) has created a platform to promote local music, arts and fashion creations to the world with support of, technology, research, enterprises and the government. The ... ( read original story ...)
Start from Information Stations and enjoy a more convenient and in-depth trip to Taiwan
TAIPEI, TAIWAN--(Marketwired - Nov 28, 2016) - In order to help independent travelers to have their question answered via friendly, Taiwanese style service, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, especially collaborated with friendly stores and service providers ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks hit near three-week high; tech, financials lead
TAIPEI Nov 28 Taiwan stocks rose to a near three-week high on Monday as Wall Street's record-closing highs bolstered market sentiment, paced by gains in techs and financial shares. Wall Street's three main indexes closed at record highs on Friday ... ( read original story ...)
HTC Desire 10 Pro smartphone launched at Rs 26,490 in India
(Sonu Mehta/HT PHOTO) Firing up the mid-range smartphone segment, Taiwan-based HTC Corporation on Thursday launched Desire 10 Pro at Rs 26,490 in India that comes packed with “selfie panorama” mode to capture wide-angle photos. The smartphone will be ... ( read original story ...)
Eastern promises: highlights from Taipei's reign as World Design Capital 2016
Taipei's designation as the World Design Capital 2016 may soon be coming to an end – but the real work has just begun. A number of projects were initiated around the theme ‘Adaptive City – Design in Motion’, propelling Taipei's creative talents to ... ( read original story ...)
Finance news you need to know today
HERE are eight things making news in business and finance today. 1. SYDNEY — The Australian dollar ... the latest disruption to its operations to be caused by a long-running pay dispute. 7. TAIPEI — Taiwanese airline TransAsia has announced it is ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks slip slightly on profit-taking in technology stocks
TAIPEI: Taiwan stocks fell slightly on profit-taking in technology stocks, but trading was mixed as major airlines advanced on business opportunities following TransAsia Airways’ decision to shut operations earlier this week. As of 0339 GMT, the main ... ( read original story ...)
Private jets, a business empire and outspoken personality: Why billionaire boss of Apple production factory is 'the Donald Trump of Taiwan'
A self-made billionaire whose factory makes Apple products has been described as 'the Donald Trump of Taiwan'. A recent media poll showed that Terry Gou, the boss of Foxconn which makes iPhones and iPads, has a 62 per cent approval rating in Taiwan - while ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks rise slightly tracking steady regional markets
TAIPEI, Nov 25 Taiwan stocks rose on Friday ... The electronics subindex rose 0.1 percent, while the financials subindex gained 1.3 percent. Display maker Hannstar was up 1.7 percent, while Cathay Financial advanced 4 percent. The transportation subindex ... ( read original story ...)
Chunghwa Telecom Up to Hold on Solid Prospects, Risks Stay
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Chunghwa is the largest telecom operator in Taiwan. In the future, management expects to enter into the mainland China telecom market where it is likely to face intense ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s HTC believes it “missed the bus” briefly in India to Chinese smartphone makers who sensed the 4G market much sooner
The first ever Android phone of the world was an HTC Dream launched by HTC on 22nd October 2008 and today HTC launched its Desire 10 Pro smartphone trying to make it back in the fastest growing smartphone market. With the Chinese companies sensing the ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan lists the times it says China blocked its diplomatic space
TAIPEI Taiwan is updating its foreign ministry website listing the times it says China blocked its international space, a move endorsed by the island's independence-leaning ruling party on Thursday. The list, last in use when the ruling Democratic ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan stocks fall on profit-taking in tech shares
The financials subindex gained 1.3 percent. The transportation subindex was 1.2 percent higher with China Airlines and EVA Airways, Taiwan's two biggest airline firms, up more than 6 percent and 2 percent, respectively. China Airlines will support routes ... ( read original story ...)