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Taiwan’s 2025 growth hits record high since 2008 crisis
Taiwan’s 2025 economic growth is revised to 7.37%, the highest since 2008, driven by AI demand. Exports surged, boosting chip and server demand. 2026 growth is projected at 3.54% amid tariff uncertainties.2025/11/28 18:40 -

Survey: 40% of Taiwan residents to spend handouts on travel
Taiwan’s new budget bill offers NT10,000 cash to boost spending. A survey shows 41% plan to use it for travel and consumption.2025/10/20 12:00 -

Taipei faces fiscal pressure over additional cash handouts
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an considers the city’s financial status before deciding on a proposed NT$21,000 cash payout by the DPP to boost consumer resilience.2025/10/09 19:00 -

Taiwan opposition backs cash handouts amid economic strain
Eric Chu, chairman of the Kuomintang, criticized President Lai Ching-te and Premier Cho Jung-tai for not siding with the people. He argued that a NT$10,000 cash handout could cover a family’s monthly groceries, countering government claims. Chu accused the Democratic Progressive Party of misleading the public and emphasized the need for compassion toward disaster victims in southern Taiwan.2025/07/16 19:00 -

Economic stimulus becomes latest Taiwan political battle
Premier Cho Jung-tai criticizes the KMT’s cash handout policy as unconstitutional, sparking a response from KMT Chairman Eric Chu. The debate highlights Taiwan’s economic challenges and political tensions.2025/07/15 19:00 -

Taiwan premier rejects cash handouts, prioritizes security
Premier Cho Jung-tai criticizes Taiwan’s cash handout policy, urging focus on food security and disaster relief. He calls for modernizing grain storage and acquiring drones.2025/07/15 14:16 -

Taiwan premier warns against cash handouts over security
Premier Cho Jung-tai warns against indiscriminate cash disbursements, urging the Legislative Yuan to pass a NT$410 billion bill to bolster Taiwan’s security and economy.2025/07/03 15:38 -

Taiwan debates surplus tax revenue distribution
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan debates returning surplus tax revenue to citizens. Officials argue against cash handouts, citing debt priorities and economic risks2025/03/10 19:00 -

Taiwan sees record high incomes in 2023, survey shows
Discover the latest findings from Taiwan’s DGBAS 2023 Survey on Family Income and Expenditure, showing record high average incomes and the impact of economic growth and government policies on earnings.2024/08/19 20:00 -

Taiwan rejects cash handouts despite tax surplus
The Minister of the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics in Taiwan clarifies that there will be no general cash distribution from tax surplus this year, despite speculation. The surplus, amounting to NT$386 billion, will not lead to a repeat of last year’s NT$6,000 distribution due to financial considerations and the need for special legislation.2024/03/13 18:35 -

Taiwan President dissuages Premier, Cabinet resignation
Taiwan’s Premier Chen Chien-jen and his cabinet have tendered their resignations, which were approved during a cabinet meeting. The resignations await confirmation by the president for a new government to take charge on May 20. The premier is expected to step down before the first legislative assembly after the current legislators’ term expires. The executive branch will continue to push its policy agenda during this transitional period, aiming to work with the new legislative body to promote policies beneficial to the nation and its citizens. Chen Chien-jen launched significant policies during his term, including cash handouts, education subsidies, and safety measures for a sustainable automobile society. He also emphasized Taiwan’s commitment to defense capabilities and democracy through the successful submarine launch and the resumption of one-year military service.2024/01/18 16:05



