Despite the country’s much-lauded National Health Insurance (NHI) and a raft of social-service programs, Taiwan still lacks a comprehensive welfare system. Citizens unable to take care of themselves ... ( read original story ...)
Smartphone maker Xiaomi engages expert to assess Lithuania claims its handsets contain censorship feature
Lithuania cyber agency alleges that flagship phones sold in Europe by Xiaomi have a built-in ability to detect and censor terms such as ‘Free Tibet’. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Tech powers up Taiwan power supply industry in preparation for future energy market
With the prolonged US-China trade war causing Taiwan's position in the tech supply chain to become more and more prevalent, many hidden titans of the nation are starting to surface. Besides being home ... ( read original story ...)
Key Apple, Tesla suppliers halt production amid China power crunch
Several key Apple and Tesla suppliers have halted production at some of their Chinese facilities to comply with Beijing's tighter energy consumption policy, putting supply-chain continuity at risk ... ( read original story ...)
It’s Time for America to Tie the Knot With Taiwan on Trade
Tying the knot on bilateral trade would not only make economic sense but also advance strategic interests for both the United States and Taiwan. The doubts fueled by the chaotic U.S. pullout from ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan axes symbols of authoritarian past in push to rebrand
Taiwan is undertaking a sweeping drive to remove all symbols of its authoritarian past in a bid to create a new global brand for the island. The latest move is a plan to pull down a towering bronze ... ( read original story ...)
European stocks slip as investors show hesitancy
European stocks fell on Friday, as worries about troubled property developer China Evergrande Group (恆大集團) and weak German business confidence data prompted investors to book some profits after a ... ( read original story ...)
Educational exchange programs between Guam and Taiwan solidified
The Taiwan Economic and Cultural Office on Guam and the University of Guam hosted a virtual summit on Thursday to promote educational exchange programs. ( read original story ...)
Vaccine rollout just one factor in looking at lowering of COVID alert
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) will ease COVID-19 restrictions depending on the vaccine rollout and other factors, but lowering the current Level 2 alert will require more careful ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan’s Bilingual 2030 Plan
Taiwan adopted a policy to become a bilingual English-Mandarin Chinese nation by 2030, offering opportunities for U.S. EdTech companies. ( read original story ...)
Vaccines just one factor in alert level
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) would ease COVID-19 restrictions depending on the vaccination rate and other factors, but lowering the level 2 COVID-19 alert would require more careful ... ( read original story ...)
Diplomacy Under Different Rules: How an NGO Dictates American Diplomacy in Taiwan
A primer on the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), and how it influences the delicate China-Taiwan-U.S. triangle. ( read original story ...)
Throw away Chinese phones and don’t buy new ones: Lithuania Defence Ministry
Consumers should throw away their Chinese phones and avoid buying new ones, Lithuanias Defence Ministry has warned. ( read original story ...)
Innodisk Announce the First Industrial-Grade PCIe 4.0 SSDs — Turbocharging 5G and AIoT
G and AIoT need more speed and more capacity. And PCIe 4.0 delivers, doubling the speed of PCIe 3.0 and providing the much-needed ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan applies to join Pacific trade pact days after China
Taiwan filed to join a trans-Pacific trade group, days after China formally submitted its application, potentially compounding an already awkward position for the pact’s 11 members. Lo Ping-Cheng, a ... ( read original story ...)
Family Of M’sian Student Murdered In Taiwan To Receive RM300,000 As Compensation
The compensation will cover expenses for funeral and interment, as well as damages for support and emotional distress. ( read original story ...)