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Taiwan Manufacturing Hits Record High as AI Servers Surge
Taiwan’s manufacturing engine is running faster than ever, and AI is doing most of the work. According to figures released by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) on April 23, the headline industrial production index reached 136.90 in March 2026, up 26.35% from February and 28.68% from a year earlier. The first three months of 2026 mark the strongest opening quarter for Taiwan’s manufacturing sector in years, and the chart points sharply upward even after seasonality is stripped out.2026/04/27 14:56 -

Taiwan’s industrial production hits record high in May
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs reports a record 22.6% rise in May’s industrial production, driven by AI and computing demands. Manufacturing also hits new highs.2025/06/25 08:00 -

Taiwan’s economy shows mixed signals in October report
Taiwan’s October economic indicator stays at yellow-red, signaling caution amid global trade uncertainties. Strong investment in semiconductors boosts growth.2024/11/27 21:00 -

China’s headhunting of Taiwanese tech talent raises concerns
Taiwan’s Minister of Economic Affairs emphasizes the importance of key tech industries to the country’s economy and the need to protect them from corporate espionage. The high-tech sector in Taiwan has attracted attention from mainland China, resulting in the headhunting of Taiwanese tech talent. In response, Taiwan amended its National Security Act to impose stricter penalties for theft of business secrets. Additionally, Taiwan’s industrial production index has declined for 16 months, but there are signs of increased demand in the AI industry chain. Despite uncertainties in consumer behavior and global economic recovery, industry feedback suggests potential growth in future quarters.2023/10/24 13:55 -

Taiwan’s industrial production drops 6.72% YOY in September
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs reported that the Industrial Production Index for September 2023 decreased by 6.72% compared to the same month in the previous year. The manufacturing industry experienced a decline rate of 7.01%, marking 16 consecutive months of negative growth.2023/10/24 11:53



