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politics Mar 17, 2026, 8:46 AM
Taiwan welcomes British students for semiconductor skills exchange - Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu welcomed British electrical engineering students in Taipei City on March 13.
- The event marks the beginning of the Taiwan-U.K. Semiconductor Joint Skills Project, following a September 2025 agreement.
- The initiative aims to enhance bilateral cooperation and talent cultivation in the semiconductor sector.
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politics Mar 17, 2026, 5:46 AM
Lai Ching-te emphasizes cooperation with Japan amid regional tensions - On March 16, 2026, President Lai Ching-te met with Keiji Furuya at the Presidential Office in Taipei City.
- Lai expressed intentions to expand collaboration in crucial industries and emphasized the significance of bilateral cooperation.
- The meeting reflects the efforts of both nations to address regional challenges and enhance economic ties.
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business Feb 5, 2026, 8:47 AM
Taiwan outlines ambitious economic growth plans for 2026 - The National Development Council projected a 4.11 percent economic growth for Taiwan in 2026.
- Key initiatives include the promotion of AI infrastructure projects designed to create high-paying jobs.
- Taiwan aims to strengthen its global competitiveness through talent recruitment and significant investment in public infrastructure.
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business Feb 3, 2026, 4:46 AM
Taiwan's startups surge to over 10,500 in 2025, boosting job market - The Ministry of Economic Affairs reported the presence of 10,552 startups in Taiwan by the end of 2025, creating 105,000 jobs.
- Startups achieved total sales of NT$642.5 billion in 2024, with exports growing significantly.
- These figures indicate the increasing role of startups in Taiwan's economy and their future growth potential.
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politics Jan 26, 2026, 5:46 AM
Taiwan strengthens ties with the US under pressure from China - President Lai Ching-te and U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego met on January 23, 2026, to discuss improving Taiwan-U.S. relations.
- Taiwan is under increasing pressure from China and has proposed a significant defense budget to bolster its self-defense capabilities.
- The renewed collaboration between Taiwan and the U.S. in technology and startups aims to strengthen Taiwan's role in the global market.
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entertainment Jan 23, 2026, 6:05 AM
Alex Honnold attempts daring free solo climb of Taipei 101 live on Netflix - Alex Honnold is set to climb the Taipei 101 skyscraper free solo, showcasing his skills without ropes.
- The event is under scrutiny due to safety concerns, especially regarding weather conditions.
- This climb aims to be a historic achievement, marking the first ropeless ascent of the skyscraper.
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technology Jan 14, 2026, 8:47 AM
Taiwan achieves record high in internet access statistics - The Ministry of Digital Affairs in Taiwan released a comprehensive survey indicating high internet access rates.
- The 2025 survey recorded household internet access at 93.4 percent, with individual usage at 90.3 percent.
- These findings highlight Taiwan's transition toward a more digitalized society and inform future policy development.
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business Dec 30, 2025, 8:46 AM
Taiwan vows support for SMEs amidst economic transition - The Ministry of Economic Affairs released a white paper on SMEs on December 26, 2025, aimed at supporting their economic transition.
- The document highlights the significant role of SMEs in Taiwan's economy, with over 1.7 million SMEs contributing to job creation and sales.
- The government is focused on helping SMEs innovate and adapt through initiatives targeting digital transition and net-zero emissions.
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society Dec 19, 2025, 8:57 PM
Knife-wielding attacker kills three in Taipei subway chaos - A knife-wielding man attacked bystanders in Taipei's subway, killing three and injuring several others.
- Witnesses reported considerable chaos as the attacker used smoke bombs to create confusion.
- Authorities ruled out terrorism, emphasizing the need for heightened police presence and improved emergency protocols.
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politics Dec 18, 2025, 1:00 AM
Trump greenlights over $10 billion arms deal with Taiwan - The Trump administration has approved an arms sale package to Taiwan valued at over $10 billion.
- The deal includes advanced military systems like HIMARS and drones aimed at boosting Taiwan’s defenses.
- The arms sales are expected to escalate tensions with China, which claims Taiwan as part of its territory.
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business Dec 3, 2025, 8:46 AM
Taiwan showcases its design innovation at IASDR 2025 conference - Over 800 designers and officials from 47 countries are attending the IASDR 2025 conference in Taiwan.
- Themed 'Design Next,' the event explores human-centered and digital design approaches.
- Taiwan aims to enhance international cooperation through this conference and its discussions on design innovation.
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politics Dec 1, 2025, 9:46 AM
Taiwan strengthens ties with Denmark through parliamentary visit - Deputy Minister François Chihchung Wu hosted a Danish parliamentary delegation in Taipei City from November 24 to 28.
- The group, led by Kasper Roug, praised Taiwan's achievements in resilience and technology amidst ongoing regional tensions.
- Wu emphasized the need for democratic nations to unite against authoritarian threats, while strengthening bilateral relations.
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