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Vivo unveils X Fold5 in Taiwan, targets foldable market
Vivo launched the X Fold5 in Taiwan, addressing bulkiness, battery life, and imaging issues. The phone features fast charging, a telephoto lens, and improved waterproofing.
2025/07/10 07:00
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President Lai urges swift recovery after Typhoon Danas
President Lai Ching-te stresses swift recovery in Taiwan after Typhoon Danas. He thanks frontline workers and urges collaboration between central and local governments.
2025/07/09 18:00
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President Lai shifts focus to typhoon relief efforts
President Lai Ching-te canceled a Kaohsiung speech to focus on disaster relief after Typhoon Danas. The government prioritizes public safety and typhoon preparedness.
2025/07/07 21:00
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Taiwan unveils travel perks for military amid China tensions
Premier Cho Jung-tai announced priority boarding and business class upgrades for military personnel on national airlines, honoring their service amid threats from China.
2025/07/03 17:00
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Survey: 80% of Taiwan businesses embrace AI
A survey shows nearly 80% of Taiwanese firms use AI, boosting efficiency but raising job concerns. Experts stress AI-human collaboration and adapting to tech changes.
2025/07/02 18:29
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Taiwan seeks UK support for CPTPP bid in high-level talks
President Lai Ching-te met with British Minister Douglas Alexander to urge U.K. support for Taiwan’s CPTPP bid. They discussed trade ties, energy, and tech collaborations.
2025/07/01 08:00
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Taiwan signs carbon trading MOU with European exchange
Taiwan Carbon Exchange partners with European Energy Exchange to enhance its emissions trading system. This MOU aims to create a transparent market in Taiwan.
2025/06/30 12:14
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Brad Pitt recommends new racing film to Taiwanese audiences
Brad Pitt shares his excitement about filming on the grid in an exclusive TVBS interview. He discusses the film’s underdog theme and recommends it as a great summer movie.
2025/06/27 16:27
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MOU signed to improve Taiwan’s tourist shuttle services
The Institute of Transportation and the Tourism Administration signed an MOU to enhance Taiwan’s public transport for sustainable tourism. This aims to improve travel experiences by integrating regional resources and optimizing shuttle services.
2025/06/26 18:00
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Taiwan’s green energy sector gets transparency boost
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs launched an anti-corruption platform to boost transparency in small hydropower development. The initiative aims to enhance collaboration and support Taiwan’s net-zero carbon goals.
2025/06/26 17:00
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HTC to bring anime and gaming into virtual reality venues
HTC partners with Japan’s NTT Com to enhance location-based entertainment using XR technology. The collaboration aims to integrate anime, gaming, and art in immersive experiences.
2025/06/26 13:00
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Taiwan’s Kuai Kuai unveils coffee rum snack flavor
Taiwan’s Central America Trade Office partners with Kuai Kuai to launch a limited-edition "Coffee Rum Kuai Kuai" snack, blending Guatemala’s coffee and Belize’s rum. Available at the Taipei International Food Show and select stores, this collaboration highlights Taiwan’s growing trade ties with Central America.
2025/06/21 09:00
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Tech diplomacy: Taiwan shares expertise with allied nations
The International Cooperation and Development Fund launched a training camp to help Taiwanese businesses enter allied markets, enhancing competitiveness in smart healthcare, agriculture, and green energy.
2025/06/19 21:00
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Taiwan’s top university climbs five spots in global ranking
QS released the 2026 World University Rankings, with National Taiwan University climbing to 63rd globally. Discover how Taiwan’s universities fared and their key strengths.
2025/06/19 10:11
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Taiwan, France strengthen higher education partnerships
Taiwan and France strengthen higher education ties at the 2025 forum in Lille. Leaders discuss collaboration, internships, and student welfare, enhancing bilateral relations.
2025/06/18 16:00
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Diabetes leads to nearly half of dialysis cases in Taiwan
Over 2 million in Taiwan face diabetes, leading to complications like diabetic nephropathy, the top cause of dialysis. Experts stress early control and lifestyle changes.
2025/06/17 16:40
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Taiwan seeks joint U.S.-Taiwan weapons production: Lai
President Lai Ching-te met with U.S. Rep. Ami Bera to discuss boosting Taiwan’s defense spending and enhancing Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation. They aim to transition from military procurement to joint production. President Lai praised U.S. bipartisan support and highlighted efforts to strengthen societal defense resilience. The meeting also covered Taiwan-U.S. collaboration in AI and semiconductors, with plans to resolve the double taxation bill. Rep. Bera emphasized the importance of unity among democratic nations to protect Asia’s peace.
2025/06/16 11:55
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Taiwan unveils sea drone with dual peacetime-wartime roles
YILAN (TVBS News) — Carbon-Based Technology Inc. (碳基科技) recently unveiled its unmanned surface vehicle (USV) in the waters off Suao (蘇澳), northern Taiwan. The sea drone aims to support an asymmetric warfare strategy currently being developed by Taiwan. Despite encountering a remote control power system issue that rendered it inoperable during performance tests, conducted under the escort of a National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST, 中科院) workboat, this incident highlights ongoing challenges for Taiwan in accelerating the development of unmanned vehicles for military use as it seeks to enhance its innovative and powerful aid forces. Professor Lin Wei-chi (林威志) from Taipei University of Marine Technology (TUMT, 台北海洋科技大學) emphasized the vessel’s innovative design, which allows it to transition between peacetime and wartime roles. The ship can transport resources to remote islands or conduct patrols in Taiwan’s waters, including port detection and environmental oversight. Regarding military applications, such a USV can deter and attack enemies and be commissioned for various missions. However, Taiwan still needs to address several issues, including geographical references in the Taiwan Strait and technical limitations. Lin noted that large waves caused water leakage during the demonstration, which may have affected electronic components on board. Vice President Li Kang-si (李康嗣) of Carbon-Based Technology confirmed that although communication power remained stable, the wave conditions hindered the vessel’s activation, leading to a delay in further tests. According to reports, the island-nation has approximately 1,000 UAVs in service, which is significantly smaller than China’s fleet, especially considering that Beijing is a leading producer of unmanned drones. The scale of the UAV industry is also restricted in Taiwan. According to the Wall Street Journal, Taiwan plans to purchase 3,200 USVs, most of which are small. On one hand, Taiwan’s civilian company is expected to deliver 3,000 drones to the authorities by the end of 2025; however, it is essential to involve larger companies in the supply chain. Amid these challenges, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND, 國防部) plans to enhance its asymmetric warfare capabilities by proposing a special budget later this year. Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-cheng (顧立雄) underscored the significance of unmanned vehicles, including drones and vessels, in bolstering defense resilience. He also announced that the ministry will suggest a special budget to reinforce asymmetric warfare forces, following the so-called “Hellscape” coined by the Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Samuel Paparo. Uncrewed vehicles have become a prominent trend among nations, with their efficiency particularly evident during the Ukraine-Russia War. In October 2022, Ukraine deployed at least seven naval drones to attack the port of Sevastopol, where Russia’s Black Sea Fleet is stationed in its protected harbor. The assault resulted in damage to one frigate and several other vessels, though no warships were sunk. A month ago, Ukraine successfully employed a USV to shoot down a Russian Su-30 aircraft. This effectiveness has encouraged various nations to invest in the development of unmanned vehicles. Currently, the U.S. has over 10,000 UAVs in service, while its navy plans to expand the integration of a hybrid fleet with USVs. Regarding Taiwan, the authorities are fully committed to the effort of keeping pace in this race against time by all means. Earlier this month, Taiwan unveiled its domestically produced suicide drone developed by Thunder Tiger Group, a civilian company; another firm presented a remotely operated underwater vehicle in collaboration with the military; and Taiwan CSBC Corporation (台船) showcased its USVs capable of withstanding harsh conditions in Taiwanese waters, equipped with combat capabilities, back in March. Additionally, the Taiwan government has acquired 680 Switchblade 300 drones, 291 ALTIUS 600 M-V units from the U.S., and 4 MQ-9B drones, which are expected to arrive in 2026 and 2027, respectively. The global landscape of unmanned military vehicles has seen significant advancements, as evidenced by Ukraine’s deployment of unmanned ships during its conflict with Russia. In response to China’s military pressure, Taiwan must address the dual challenge posed by its geography and technical limitations while enhancing its development speed to achieve a flexible asymmetric warfare strategy.
2025/06/13 19:06
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Taipei museum reopens with French art exhibition
The National Palace Museum in Taipei reopens its second hall with "From Impressionism to Early Modernism," featuring 81 French masterpieces from the Met.
2025/06/13 17:02
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Taipei mayor to attend Paris climate pact anniversary
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an will visit Paris to mark the Paris Agreement’s 10th anniversary and join a global city forum with leaders from major cities.
2025/06/13 16:00
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Presidential Office reaches out to KMT and TPP for briefing
Presidential Office spokesperson Karen Kuo announced that Secretary-General Pan Men-an briefed KMT and TPP on a national security briefing. This marks the first such briefing for opposition leaders, aiming to foster collaboration on national security. Further details will follow.
2025/06/13 06:00
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Taiwan president hosts French National Assembly delegation
President Lai Ching-te hosted the French National Assembly’s Taiwan Friendship Group, praising France’s role in defending Taiwan Strait navigation. The visit aims to strengthen Taiwan-France ties in economics, culture, and diplomacy.
2025/06/12 21:00
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Taiwan urges U.S. Senate to expedite arms sales amid tension
Taiwan’s U.S. representative, Alexander Yu, urged the Senate to ease tax burdens and expedite arms sales to bolster Taiwan’s defense amid rising tensions.
2025/06/12 17:00
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TSMC opens first international lab with University of Tokyo
TSMC and the University of Tokyo launched the TSMC-UTokyo Lab to advance semiconductor research and education. This partnership aims to foster innovation and talent development in the semiconductor field.
2025/06/12 16:00
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Taiwan and US deepen defense cooperation on drone technology
The 2025 Taiwan-U.S. Defense Industry Forum in Taipei highlighted collaboration in drones and unmanned vehicles. Key figures discussed strengthening ties and industry advancements.
2025/06/11 18:02