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Unimicron Origin Case Puts Taiwan's 35 Percent Rule At The Center Of U.S. Tariff Risk

Prosecutors say China-made boards were relabeled as Taiwanese. Taiwan's economy minister spent Wednesday explaining the threshold that decides whether that is a crime. U.S. Customs decides something else entirely.

Taiwan's Record Budget Spends Nearly Three Times More on Energy Than on Weapons

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Taiwan's Executive Yuan approved a record NT$607.63 billion budget to stabilize fuel prices and enhance defense capabilities amid global tensions, with significant allocations for energy and military projects.

Taiwan's $20 Billion US Investment Pledge Names No Companies

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Taiwanese companies plan a $20 billion investment in the US, driven by AI demand. The announcement, made at Semicon Taiwan, lacks specifics on companies, sectors, and its relation to existing commitments.

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Taiwan Went From 1% to 16% of Shield AI's Components in Two Years

Taiwan's involvement in US drone manufacturing is increasing, with companies like Shield AI and AeroVironment sourcing more components locally. However, scaling production requires long-term procurement commitments from governments.

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Taiwan Consumer Confidence Shows No Optimism Despite 11.05% Growth Forecast, a 39-Year High

Taiwan's economy is projected to grow at a record pace, yet consumer confidence remains low, with stock market sentiment notably weak due to AI market concerns.

Staff Reporter Aug 29, 2026

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Taiwan's Population to Halve by 2075 as Fertility Falls to Record Low of 0.695

Taiwan's population is expected to decline by 48% by 2075, with significant aging in its workforce, challenging its semiconductor and AI industries.

Staff Reporter Aug 29, 2026

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Taiwan Is Growing at a 16-Year High. Nearly 80% of Its Exports Are One Product Category.

Taiwan's economy is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by AI and exports, despite regional energy shocks. However, heavy reliance on semiconductors poses potential risks if demand shifts.

Staff Reporter Aug 27, 2026

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Unimicron Origin Case Puts Taiwan's 35 Percent Rule At The Center Of U.S. Tariff Risk

Taiwan's Record Budget Spends Nearly Three Times More on Energy Than on Weapons

Taiwan's $20 Billion US Investment Pledge Names No Companies

Taiwan Went From 1% to 16% of Shield AI's Components in Two Years

Taiwan Stocks Lose the 46,000 Level as Substrate and Memory Names Slide

Google to Grow Taiwan Offices 60% as Partners Move Into AI Chip Design

Far EasTone Is Paying Out All Its Earnings While Calling Itself a Technology Company

Solid-State Batteries Reach Mass Production in Taiwan at 381 Wh/kg

Taiwan Consumer Confidence Shows No Optimism Despite 11.05% Growth Forecast, a 39-Year High

Taiwan's Population to Halve by 2075 as Fertility Falls to Record Low of 0.695

Taiwan Is Growing at a 16-Year High. Nearly 80% of Its Exports Are One Product Category.

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