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Challenges remain for New Taipei metro post-earthquake
Explore how New Taipei’s expansive new metro lines aim to transform the cityscape, support urban renewal, and enhance local tourism, despite facing reconstruction challenges post-earthquake.
2024/05/09 16:40
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Lai calls for unity in government, industry, and academia
Discover how Taiwan’s Vice President Lai Ching-te is shaping the new cabinet with a focus on cross-party collaboration, industry involvement, and strategic economic initiatives to tackle the nation’s challenges.
2024/05/09 10:20
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Taiwan’s low faculty salaries hurt rankings: Experts
Explore how Taiwan’s universities are striving to improve their global academic rankings through salary increases and significant educational reforms, amidst challenges of insufficient resources and low faculty pay.
2024/05/08 17:09
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Climate change brings stronger typhoons to Taiwan
Explore how rising temperatures and changing weather patterns due to climate change are impacting Taiwan, including the challenges in typhoon detection and regional prevention strategies.
2024/05/08 17:00
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KMT legislator challenges Taiwan’s secrecy over Ukraine aid
Explore the clash between KMT Legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin and Taiwan’s MOFA over the concealment of Czech public information regarding Ukraine aid, raising concerns about transparency and fairness in Taiwan’s procurement practices.
2024/05/08 15:56
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Political tensions and natural disasters impact tourism
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.
2024/05/07 14:38
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Former Taiwan president confident in public support for Lai
Explore the latest on former Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian’s confidence in the people’s support for the government, amid speculation of a pardon before Tsai Ing-wen’s term ends. Learn about the challenges facing the new administration with a divided legislature.
2024/05/07 13:30
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Tech studies surge in popularity among Taiwan’s students
Explore the shifting landscape of Taiwan’s higher education in 2023, as revealed by the Ministry of Education’s latest statistics. Discover the significant rise in technology students, the decline in humanities enrolment, and the overall decrease in student numbers due to a falling birth rate. Uncover the trends in high school education and the changing dynamics in STEM fields, highlighting the evolving priorities and challenges in Taiwan’s academic sector.
2024/05/06 18:03
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President Tsai promises support for Taiwan’s industry growth
President Tsai Ing-wen commits to supporting Taiwan’s industry development, highlighting the country’s export success and plans for post-pandemic recovery. Tsai vows to deepen global economic ties, recognizing the National Importers & Exporters Chamber of Commerce’s role in driving economic growth amidst challenges. Taiwan aims to enhance international competitiveness through agreements with the U.S., U.K., Canada, and others, promoting a prosperous future for Taiwanese industries.
2024/05/06 17:18
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Taipower to receive NT$100B subsidy amid financial crisis
The Executive Yuan of Taiwan approves an additional NT$100 billion budget for 2024 to support Taipower in offsetting electricity costs, addressing the company’s financial challenges and the impact of global events on fuel prices. The proposal, aimed at reducing Taipower’s projected deficit, now awaits Legislative Yuan review.
2024/05/03 17:30
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Taiwan delegation to advocate for WHO membership in Geneva
Deputy Legislative Speaker Johnny Chiang to lead a delegation to Geneva, advocating for Taiwan’s inclusion in the WHO and emphasizing the unanimous domestic support for Taiwan’s participation in international organizations, despite the challenges posed by UN Resolution 2758. Chiang highlights Taiwan’s effective governance and sovereignty over its territory, calling for meaningful participation in the UN system to enhance global visibility, improve cross-strait relations, and promote regional stability.
2024/05/02 18:10
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Tainan councilor seeks national status for local art museum
Discover how Tainan City Councilor Chen Yi-chen is pushing for the Tainan Art Museum to gain national recognition and secure central government funding for sustainable growth.
2024/05/01 17:45
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Lai, Hsiao briefed on national security threats
Discover how Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te and Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim are preparing for national security challenges, focusing on threats from the Chinese Communist Party and strategies for peace in the Taiwan Strait.
2024/04/29 21:16
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Japan sees shift to domestic travel amid economic changes
Discover how Japan’s travel trends are shifting towards domestic exploration amid economic challenges, with a significant drop in outbound travel and a rise in local tourism. Learn about the impact on airlines and the tourism sector.
2024/04/29 15:06
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Semiconductor industry optimistic despite challenges
Discover insights from the "2024 Global Semiconductor Industry Survey" by KPMG, revealing optimism among executives despite challenges, with 85% expecting revenue growth and strategies for supply chain diversification.
2024/04/26 21:50
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Taiwan’s economy to grow by 3.29% amid inflation concerns
Explore the latest economic forecasts for Taiwan as the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research projects a GDP growth of 3.29% and a CPI increase to 2.13%. Amidst stable domestic demand and expanding exports, concerns over rising costs and geopolitical tensions loom. With cautious business investments and the global economic climate’s uncertainties, Taiwan navigates through challenges towards growth.
2024/04/26 16:27
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Cross-Strait tourism: Taiwan ready, awaiting China’s reply
Explore the ongoing discussions and developments in cross-strait tourism between Taiwan and China, highlighting the efforts and challenges faced by both sides in resuming travel exchanges amidst diplomatic tensions and the COVID-19 pandemic.
2024/04/26 13:20
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Hong Kong’s trade dynamics shift: decline with Taiwan
Discover the latest trade dynamics in Hong Kong as March 2024 figures reveal shifts in exports and imports with Asian partners, highlighting significant growth and declines with key countries, amidst geopolitical and financial challenges.
2024/04/26 13:16
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Swedish parliamentarians support Taiwan’s WHO bid
Explore the seminar held by the Swedish-Taiwanese Parliamentary Association discussing Taiwan’s participation in the WHO, featuring key speakers and demonstrating support from Swedish parliamentarians for Taiwan amidst political challenges.
2024/04/26 12:04
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Taiwan faces water shortages as some reservoir levels fall
Explore how Taiwan’s critical water shortages are impacted by seasonal changes and increased industrial demand, posing challenges for its semiconductor industry and agricultural needs.
2024/04/25 18:31
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Taiwan’s schools go co-ed to combat declining birthrates
Discover how Taiwan’s private girls’ high schools are transitioning to co-ed institutions to address the country’s declining birthrate and prepare a new generation for future demographic challenges.
2024/04/25 17:44
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Taiwan’s economic surge amid digital revolution
Explore Taiwan’s optimistic economic future through the eyes of NDC Minister Kung Ming-hsin, highlighting the nation’s digital transformation, resilience against natural disasters, and robust foreign investment growth amidst geopolitical challenges.
2024/04/24 18:03
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Quake in Hualien leads to higher fruit and vegetable costs
Following a recent earthquake in Hualien, transportation costs for fruits and vegetables have surged, as reported by Chang Te-chi, secretary-general of the Ji-an Township Farmers’ Association. The damage has forced trucks to take a longer route, doubling travel time and causing frost damage to produce. Despite stable prices due to government efforts, concerns grow over rising expenses if the Suhua Highway remains closed. The Agriculture Development Department of Hualien County and the Taipei Agricultural Products Marketing Corporation highlight the financial strain on farmers and the logistics challenges faced, including increased labor costs and the impracticality of using refrigerated trucks on alternative transport modes.
2024/04/24 15:26
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Taiwanese fisherman detained in China for over a month
Explore the ongoing situation of a Taiwanese fisherman and active-duty soldier detained in mainland China for over a month, as China’s Taiwan Affairs Office navigates the complexities of cross-strait relations and promises to facilitate exchanges and cooperation despite existing challenges.
2024/04/24 14:52
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Taipower president reverses resignation decision
Explore the story of Wang Yao-ting, President of Taiwan Power Co (Taipower), who retracted his resignation to continue leading the company amidst recent power outages and supply challenges in Taoyuan. Discover his commitment to Taipower, supported by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Taipower’s acting chairman, and learn about the company’s efforts to manage power supply through demand response mechanisms and the call for societal support in power plant construction for a stable power system.
2024/04/22 12:20