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Kaohsiung Finland International School opens, offering a Finnish-inspired curriculum for foreign passport holders, as the city attracts international talent amid its semiconductor industry expansion.
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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.
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Taiwan's Record Budget Spends Nearly Three Times More on Energy Than on Weapons
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.
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The Gwangju Biennale's Apology Never Uses the Word "Taiwan"
The foundation's statement refers to "the exhibition organized with the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts" and to "the designation used in official promotional materials." It names the China Pavilion once, in its final line.
Sep 04, 2026
Taiwan Is Close to Restarting the Reactor It Shut Down 16 Months Ago
Taiwan's nuclear regulator has completed a technical review to restart the Ma-anshan reactor. The KMT demands an apology from President Lai, while the DPP defers the decision to a November referendum.
Sep 04, 2026
Taiwan Indicts 34 in Scheme That Faked Waste Disposal With "Site Loops"
Kaohsiung prosecutors have indicted 34 individuals and six companies for a scheme involving fake waste disposal records, resulting in illegal dumping on farmland and illicit profits of over NT$62 million.
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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.
Sep 03, 2026
Taiwan Stocks Lose the 46,000 Level as Substrate and Memory Names Slide
Taiwan's TAIEX index fell 307 points, closing at 45,857.66, as semiconductor and AI stocks faced selling pressure, diverging from global market gains. TSMC and MediaTek limited the decline.
Sep 03, 2026
Washington Names Taiwan as a Partner on Two Palau Projects in $150 Million Pacific Package
Taiwan partners with the US on development projects in Palau, enhancing its diplomatic presence amid pressure from Beijing. The collaboration includes hospital relocation and water sampling initiatives.
Sep 03, 2026
Taiwan's 40°C Heat Drill Was Held in Pouring Rain. Officials Said That Was Useful.
New Taipei City's extreme heat drill adapted to unexpected rain, showcasing Taiwan's preparedness for compound weather events. Officials emphasized the need for flexible emergency responses amid climate change.
Sep 03, 2026
Taiwan Charges 57 in AI Voice-Cloning Romance Fraud Ring
Taiwanese prosecutors have charged 57 individuals in a romance scam using AI to clone voices, defrauding over 20,000 men of NT$900 million, with severe punishments for staff missing targets.
Sep 03, 2026
Google to Grow Taiwan Offices 60% as Partners Move Into AI Chip Design
Google is expanding its Taiwan operations as local firms transition from manufacturing to co-designing AI hardware, marking a significant shift in Taiwan's tech industry role.
Sep 03, 2026
Far EasTone Is Paying Out All Its Earnings While Calling Itself a Technology Company
Far EasTone Telecommunications receives a credit upgrade and declares a record dividend, reflecting its strategic shift from a traditional telecom operator to a technology services provider, focusing on smart healthcare and digital transformation.
Sep 03, 2026
Solid-State Batteries Reach Mass Production in Taiwan at 381 Wh/kg
ProLogium Technology has started mass production of its Gen 3.5 all-solid-state battery in Taiwan, achieving certification under a Chinese standard now submitted for global standardization.
Sep 03, 2026
Taiwan Says China's Military Is Rehearsing a Blockade, Not an Invasion
Taiwan's defense ministry reports a strategic shift in China's military exercises towards blockading Taiwan, complicating defense strategies for Taipei and its allies. This change emphasizes economic vulnerabilities over direct invasion.
Sep 03, 2026
GPPC and Japan's Air Water Take 35% Each in Taiwan Specialty Gas Maker Hong-Kuang Hi-Tech
Grand Pacific Petrochemical Corporation partners with AIR WATER INC. to invest in Hong-Kuang Hi-Tech, enhancing Taiwan's semiconductor supply chain with specialty gases and chemicals.
Aug 29, 2026
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.
Aug 29, 2026
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.
Aug 29, 2026
China Tells Citizens to Leave Eswatini, One of 12 States Still Recognising Taiwan
China has advised its citizens to leave Eswatini, citing security risks linked to cyber fraud. Eswatini, the last African nation recognizing Taiwan, disputes the claims, highlighting diplomatic tensions.
Aug 29, 2026
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.
Aug 27, 2026