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Cathay survey: U.S. policies sway Taiwan investors
Cathay Financial’s June survey reveals U.S. policies impact Taiwanese bond ETF investments. Investors show cautious optimism as trade tensions ease and stock markets rise.
2025/06/20 12:00
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Taiwan shippers unfazed by tariff-triggered export drop
Taiwanese shipping giants Evergreen, Yang Ming and Wan Hai remain optimistic despite U.S.-China tariff tensions. They foresee a shift toward regionalization and shorter supply chains, adapting strategies to maintain stability.
2025/06/11 17:16
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Taiwan shipping firm tackles U.S.-China trade tensions
U-Ming Marine’s annual meeting addressed economic challenges, with Vice Chairman Douglas Jefferson Hsu discussing U.S.-China tariffs and ESG impacts. The company is modernizing its fleet and promoting low-carbon shipping.
2025/05/27 13:00
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Chunghwa Telecom says currency shifts won’t affect business
Chunghwa Telecom assures stakeholders that currency fluctuations won’t affect operations. Effective hedging and limited foreign purchases mitigate risks.
2025/05/06 21:00
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Sanae Takaichi leads Japanese officials to Taiwan
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms Japan’s Sanae Takaichi will visit Taiwan April 27-29. The visit will focus on Taiwan-Japan relations and regional security.
2025/04/27 09:00
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Newman warns of trade war fallout from U.S.-China rift
Abraham Newman warns that U.S.-China trade tensions could fracture the global economy. He discusses potential impacts, including China’s product dumping and rare earth embargoes.
2025/04/22 18:16
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China vows support for Taiwanese firms amid U.S. trade war
Song Tao, director of the Taiwan Affairs Office, met with Taiwanese business leaders in Nanjing to discuss trade challenges. He emphasized China’s support and proposed policy measures to aid Taiwanese enterprises amid U.S. tariffs.
2025/04/18 18:47
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SEF facilitates business relocation from China amid tensions
The Straits Exchange Foundation pledges support for Taiwanese businesses in China amid U.S.-China tariff tensions. It aims to bridge communication and aid relocation efforts.
2025/04/11 23:00
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Expert warns of U.S.-China semiconductor trade tensions
Chris Miller discusses the impact of U.S.-China semiconductor trade tensions at a DSET forum. He highlights the complexity of supply chains and the need for global alliances.
2025/03/26 18:19
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Taiwan to boost U.S. trade ties amid tariff tensions
U.S. President Trump announced a Reciprocal Tariff Plan, prompting Taiwan’s President Lai to convene a national security council. Taiwan aims to enhance U.S. trade ties, focusing on semiconductors and AI, while maintaining sovereignty and peaceful China relations.
2025/02/14 13:38
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China adds seven U.S. firms to unreliable entity list
China adds seven U.S. firms to its unreliable entity list, citing arms sales to Taiwan. This move restricts their trade and investment in China, escalating U.S.-China tensions.
2025/01/15 12:57
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Asia Group executive expects business shifts under Trump 2.0
Taiwan may boost investments in manufacturing and defense under Trump’s administration, says former U.S. ambassador Kurt Tong. Experts foresee scrutiny of Taiwan’s defense spending and potential U.S. manufacturing investments, especially in semiconductors.
2024/11/14 17:01
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DPP win may prompt escalated activities from Beijing
Following the victory of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in Taiwan’s presidential election, a report by the Asia Society Policy Institute (ASPI) suggests that Beijing might escalate activities in gray zone areas. The report highlights Taiwan’s increased geopolitical prominence and its pivotal role in semiconductor manufacturing, making the stability of the Taiwan Strait a key concern for the U.S. and other Western nations. The report also notes that Vice President Lai Ching-te won the election by over 40% of votes, breaking the trend of switching ruling parties every eight years since direct presidential elections were implemented in 1996. The victorious DPP aims to strengthen Taiwan’s defenses and relations with like-minded nations while resisting negotiations with Beijing. Additionally, the party seeks to reduce Taiwan’s trade dependency on China and strengthen ties with significant partners such as Australia, Europe, and Japan. With no party securing a majority in the legislative assembly, the DPP faces a "minority government and majority opposition" scenario, which could hinder the government’s legislative and budgeting process and impact Taiwan-U.S. ties. Despite the election, cross-strait relations and regional tensions are unlikely to undergo fundamental changes. Taiwan’s vital position in semiconductor manufacturing and geopolitics ensures its continued rise in importance, with the U.S. and Western nations playing a crucial role in maintaining stability in the Taiwan Strait. The upcoming U.S. presidential election in November is expected to significantly impact the U.S.-China-Taiwan triangle, and a potential return of former President Trump to the White House might please Beijing, according to the report.
2024/01/18 10:27
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Thailand’s strategic appeal draws Taiwanese professionals
Explore how the shifting dynamics between China and the U.S. are influencing multinational supply chains, leading Taiwanese professionals to seek opportunities in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand. Discover Thailand’s strategic advantages in labor and electric vehicle initiatives and Taiwan’s collaborative efforts.
2023/11/29 09:37
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Demonstrators flood the streets ahead of Biden-Xi meeting
The 2023 APEC summit between the U.S. and China in San Francisco highlights tensions in their relationship, particularly regarding Taiwan. Violent clashes between anti-Xi protestors and supporters of the Chinese president marred the day, with protestors outnumbered and overpowered. The summit aimed to address sensitive issues and find common ground, but the situation became increasingly tense. The White House reiterated its support for the one-China policy while expressing hopes for Taiwan’s development and freedom of choice in trade partners.
2023/11/16 21:46
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Mutual gains in U.S.-Taiwan bilateral investment: Amb. Tong
Amidst rising tensions between the U.S., China, and Taiwan, Ambassador Kurt Tong of The Asia Group highlights the overlooked yet significant mutual benefits of U.S.-Taiwan trade and investment. Tong urges policymakers and the public to focus on economic opportunities that can lead to long-term profitable relationships between the U.S. and Taiwan.
2023/10/22 17:30