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Central Taiwan Science Park: Building the 1.4nm Future
For two decades, Taiwan’s technology map was defined by two dominant poles: the Hsinchu Science Park in the north and the Southern Taiwan Science Park around Tainan. The central region, long known for its precision-machinery firms and textile manufacturers, appeared to be a noticeable gap. The Central Taiwan Science Park (CTSP) was created precisely to fill that gap. In 2025 and 2026, it has attracted some of the largest semiconductor investments in Taiwan’s history.
2026/04/22 17:39
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Taiwan’s economy at risk as firms shift investments
Trump’s 100% tariff on imported semiconductors could reshape Taiwan’s industry. Exemptions for U.S. investors may benefit firms like TSMC, but smaller companies face challenges.
2025/08/08 17:01
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Tokyo Electron employee involved in TSMC tech breach
Tokyo Electron Ltd. confirmed a former employee’s involvement in a breach with TSMC’s 2-nanometer tech. Both firms are cooperating with Taiwanese authorities.
2025/08/07 15:00
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Taiwan manufacturing sector hit by Trump tariff uncertainty
KMT and TPP report reveals U.S. tariffs’ impact on Taiwan’s industries, with electronics and automotive sectors hit hard. Policy uncertainty remains a key concern.
2025/07/21 22:00
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Taiwan tech firms unite against predatory IP litigation
Taiwan’s LOT Industry Alliance launched to combat patent trolls, with over 20 firms, including TSMC, joining. The alliance aims to protect innovation and strengthen IP rights.
2025/06/25 09:00
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Newman warns Taiwan against hasty concessions to U.S.
Taiwan’s semiconductor industry finds itself caught in an intensifying economic power struggle between the United States and China as President Trump prepares to announce new tariff rates on imported chips. Policy expert Abraham Newman warns Taiwanese firms against making hasty concessions and instead suggests building alliances with other trade-dependent nations facing similar pressures.
2025/04/22 16:55
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Taiwan raids target Chinese firms in tech espionage probe
Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau has launched a probe into 11 Chinese firms for alleged poaching and espionage in the high-tech sector.
2025/03/28 14:25
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Unpaid leave decreases in Taiwan, affecting fewer workers
The Ministry of Labor reports a drop in unpaid leave, with 257 firms and 4,474 employees affected. Key industries show recovery, aided by tourism subsidies.
2024/12/16 11:50
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TSMC faces NT$1B carbon fee under 2025 carbon fee plan
Taiwan will introduce a carbon fee in 2025, impacting major firms like TSMC, which may pay over NT$1 billion. The fee aims to reduce emissions and offers discounts for voluntary plans.
2024/10/25 11:44
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Taiwan’s FDI investment in ASEAN countries hits new high
Taiwan’s foreign investment landscape has undergone a significant shift, with investments in Southeast Asia surpassing those in mainland China for the first time in 30 years. From January to October this year, Taiwan invested US$4.96 billion in Southeast Asia compared to US$2.63 billion in China. The total number of approved foreign investments during the same period decreased by 8.18%, totaling 1,864 investments. The total investment amount was US$8.39 billion, marking a 27.35% decrease compared to the previous year. Jiangsu Province emerged as the main beneficiary of Taiwan’s investments in mainland China this year. The changes in Taiwanese investment behavior can be attributed to shifts in global supply chains caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the China-U.S. trade war. Notably, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), Foxconn, and Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation played a significant role in foreign investment, with TSMC investing US$8 billion in U.S. companies and €3.5 billion in German firms, while Foxconn and Yang Ming Marine each injected US$800 million into Singaporean businesses. This year marks the first time in three decades that investment in Southeast Asia has exceeded that in mainland China.
2023/11/20 19:22
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364 companies implement reduced work shifts: MOL
The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan has announced that 364 companies have implemented reduced work shifts, affecting a total of 9,809 employees. Among these companies, four manufacturing firms have halted or prematurely ended these initiatives due to urgent orders. The manufacturing industry has been the most impacted, with 203 businesses and 8,791 individuals affected by reduced work hours. The Department of Labor Standards and Equal Employment Director Huang Wei-chen noted that large-scale businesses are typically the first to cease these initiatives when economic conditions improve. Huang also predicted that the number of companies implementing unpaid leave may decrease by the end of the year or early next year. This situation highlights the delicate balance between ensuring employee welfare and meeting business requirements, especially in the face of current economic uncertainties. The Ministry of Labor continues to oversee work policies to protect workers while promoting strong industrial performance.
2023/11/08 20:40
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Vice Premier announces audit of high-tech firms’ land use
Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan announces audit of land use for high-tech firms in Taiwan. Government is committed to providing options for all high-tech companies, including TSMC.
2023/10/25 16:25
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New Taipei holds job fair to fill 3,000 local positions
The New Taipei City government hosted its first major talent recruitment event of the year. Fifty-six firms participated, seeking to fill more than 3,000 job openings, primarily in the service, retail, and technology manufacturing sectors.
2023/02/04 19:11