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Explore the bustling domestic carnation trade in Taipei as Mother’s Day nears, with prices hitting historic highs due to weather-induced yield decreases. Discover the colorful variety of domestic carnations and the significant recovery in flower industry exports, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Learn about the boost in domestic flower consumption through innovative promotions and collaborations, aiming to reduce unsold rates.

Chu Chien-meng of the Development Association for Taiwan Tour Guide shares a bleak outlook for Taiwan’s tourism in 2023 due to unresolved political tensions with China and a new ban on group tours. The industry also faces challenges from recent natural disasters and legal issues, despite calls for more open policies to boost tourism and economic growth.

Discover ＂My Second Home,＂ a documentary by Taiwan’s MOFA showcasing their advanced medical capabilities through the story of an Indonesian child’s successful liver transplant. This film is part of Taiwan’s bid for WHO inclusion, available in 12 languages and shared globally on social media.

The U.S. CHIPS and Science Act seeks to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing. John Neuffer, CEO of the Semiconductor Industry Association, is optimistic about the act, highlighting early private sector commitments and the critical need to rebalance global chip manufacturing.

Explore how Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications leverages mainland social media to boost tourism, navigating political sensitivities and global competition, amidst domestic critique.

Taitung’s local tea brand, ＂Red Oolong,＂ wins a silver award at the MUSE Design Awards in the US for its packaging, featuring Luye Township’s deer. This recognition highlights Taitung’s ability to blend local culture with marketing, aiming to boost the tea’s international presence and promote regional tourism.

Discover how Taiwan’s intensified traffic enforcement and new camera technology are effectively reducing traffic violations and accidents, sparking debates about fairness and communication.

Discover how Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te pledges to enhance labor rights, promote economic growth, and improve work-life balance for families, starting with a flexible parental leave trial in June.

Taiwan is actively pursuing membership in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to enhance supply chain resilience and global economic security, with efforts including hosting seminars in Canada and gaining support from Canadian officials amidst potential opposition from Beijing.

Chen Mu-min, the Deputy Representative to India, highlights the strengthening of Taiwan-India relations through increased cooperation in trade, investment, education, and technology. He emphasizes India’s growing political influence as beneficial for Taiwan’s international engagement and notes the expansion of Taiwan Education Centers in India, alongside a rise in Indian students and researchers visiting Taiwan. The reorganization of the global supply chain is seen as a driving force behind Taiwanese manufacturers moving to India, promising a boost in trade volume between the two nations.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Education reduces the maximum number of regular exams for first and second graders to two per semester, emphasizing life habits and moral cultivation. The amendment aims to boost confidence and study abilities, suggesting schools use diverse assessments for a more flexible education approach, including digital learning for those unable to attend in-person classes due to various reasons.

Explore Taiwan’s commitment to enhancing public transportation with the TPASS monthly ticket policy, backed by a NT$20 billion investment from 2023 to 2025, aiming for nationwide coverage including offshore islands.

China’s Taiwan Affairs Office announces initiatives to enhance cross-strait exchanges, focusing on tourism and youth engagement, following a high-profile meeting between Ma Ying-jeou and Xi Jinping. The office aims to overcome obstacles for better cooperation and plans several events to encourage Taiwanese youth participation.

The Ocean Conservation Administration (OCA) renews its MOU with the National Museum of Natural Science and the National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium to boost marine conservation and science education, announcing the opening of a new marine conservation education center in Central Taiwan by July 2024. The collaboration, deepened on World Earth Day, aims to enhance marine wildlife habitat and wetland conservation efforts, alongside a sea turtle rehabilitation project showing significant success in wildlife rescue endeavors.

Explore how Taiwan’s excess savings rate, projected to reach 15.46% in 2024, indicates economic resilience yet poses challenges for growth. Learn about the government’s strategies to stimulate investment and spending.

Discover how MediaTek is leading the AI revolution with its latest generative AI tools, DaVinci and BreeXe, designed to enhance productivity and reshape industries.

National Audit Office Auditor-General Chen Jui-min calls on Taiwan Power Co. (Taipower) to enhance management and boost revenue amid consecutive losses. Chen emphasizes the need for electricity price adjustments and debt interest reduction. Kuomintang Legislator Lin Ssu-ming questions Taipower’s deficits and government subsidies, urging a review of energy policy. Chen confirms NT$100 billion subsidy and stresses the importance of green energy for profit sustainability.

President-elect Lai Ching-te plans to boost Taiwan’s industrial development by engaging with key industries like machine tools and machinery. He aims to collaborate with the Ministry of Economic Affairs to promote economic growth post-inauguration. Lai has already visited various industries and emphasized the importance of the machinery sector in Taiwan’s economy.

TSMC to collaborate with Kyushu University in Japan to foster talent and research in the semiconductor field. The partnership aims to address a projected shortage of technical talents in Kyushu’s semiconductor industry and support TSMC’s expansion plans in Kumamoto Prefecture.

Keelung City’s Youth Electric Scooter Project, initiated by Mayor George Hsieh, has relaxed application requirements to attract more participants. The project offers five monthly fee options and fully subsidizes certain scooter models. Applicants lined up early to apply for the initiative, which aims to distribute 12,000 electric scooters to residents under 45 years old.

Explore how Taitung, Taiwan, is captivating Hong Kong with its vibrant culture, aiming to boost tourism through exciting exchange events, charter flights, and enticing subsidies for travelers.

President Tsai Ing-wen meets with European Green Party delegation to strengthen cooperation in response to authoritarian threats. European Parliament member Reinhard Bütikofer leads the delegation to enhance Taiwan-EU partnership.

Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan announces TSMC’s plan to build two cutting-edge chip packaging CoWoS facilities in Chiayi Science Park, with construction set to begin in May 2024. The project is expected to create around 3,000 job opportunities and boost the local economy.

Taiwan’s Minister of Economic Affairs, Wang Mei-hua, emphasizes the need to boost the nation’s natural gas storage capacity amid escalating cross-strait tensions. The call for expansion includes plans for a fourth liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal and extensions in Taichung and Kaohsiung. Wang’s announcement follows an incident at the Legislative Yuan involving questions about Taiwan’s gas reserves, sparking discussions about national security and military readiness.

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo announces a US$5 billion investment in the semiconductor industry during her visit to Thailand and the Philippines. The investment aims to bolster production and foster growth opportunities in the Asia-Pacific region. Thailand’s commitment to the semiconductor sector is highlighted, with Minister of Commerce Srettha Thavisin emphasizing its strategic importance and readiness for industry collaboration. Raimondo’s visit underscores the U.S.’s focus on diversifying supply chains and strengthening ties with the region.