Taiwan: News
11 Oct 2024
Foxconn4 Foxconn employees detained in China under 'strange' circumstances
Four employees of Foxconn, a leading iPhone assembler based in Taiwan, have been detained in China under bizarre circumstances, according to the Taiwanese government.
07 Oct 2024
Science and TechnologyLeading chipmaker TSMC's electricity demand could triple by 2030
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest chipmaker, is staring at a major hurdle as Taiwan's electricity supply is growing at a snail's pace.
06 Oct 2024
FoxconnFoxconn's Q3 revenue hits record-high, up 20% YoY to $57.3B
Foxconn, the world's leading contract electronics manufacturer and Apple's primary iPhone assembler, has reported its highest-ever third-quarter revenue.
25 Sep 2024
House of RepresentativesThailand legalizes same-sex marriage, law effective from 2025
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn has officially signed a landmark marriage equality bill into law, granting same-sex couples the right to legally wed.
25 Sep 2024
ChinaChina test-fires intercontinental ballistic missile into Pacific Ocean
China's defense ministry announced on Wednesday that it had successfully test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Pacific Ocean.
24 Sep 2024
SamsungTSMC, Samsung in talks to build chip factories in UAE
TSMC and Samsung Electronics are reportedly planning to set up chip manufacturing facilities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
21 Sep 2024
BulgariaKerala-born businessman linked to Hezbollah pager blasts? What report says
An Indian-born Norwegian citizen, Rinson Jose, has been implicated in the investigation into the deadly pager blasts targeting Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon.
19 Sep 2024
HungaryIsraeli shell company made explosive pagers used by Hezbollah: Report
The New York Times, citing three intelligence officers, reported on Thursday that BAC Consulting, a Hungary-based pager manufacturing company, is an Israeli shell company.
19 Sep 2024
HungaryExplained: Theories on how Israel may have triggered Hezbollah blasts
A series of explosions involving pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah members across Lebanon has led to at least 32 fatalities and thousands of injuries.
18 Sep 2024
LebanonMeet Gold Apollo, Taiwanese company embroiled in Lebanon's pager blasts
Gold Apollo, a Taiwanese technology firm, is currently facing allegations of its products being linked to the recent devastating explosions in Lebanon.
18 Sep 2024
IranIs Israel behind Hezbollah pager blasts? What Taiwan-based manufacturer said
Hsu Ching-Kuang, founder of Taiwan's Gold Apollo has refuted claims that his company manufactured the pagers used in recent explosions in Lebanon.
13 Sep 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningTaiwan uses AI to predict typhoon trajectories amid Bebinca's approach
As tropical storm Bebinca approaches northern Taiwan, the country's meteorologists are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for accurate predictions.
13 Sep 2024
CybercrimesTaiwan's financial sector hit by major cyberattack: Here's what happened
Taiwan's financial sector has been significantly disrupted due to a widespread cyberattack.
03 Sep 2024
GujaratFirst chip from Gujarat's ₹3,300cr semiconductor facility eyes 2025 launch
Kaynes Semicon, a subsidiary of Kaynes Technology, is set to produce its inaugural commercial chip from its new outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat.
24 Aug 2024
ChinaUnderwater avalanches are hidden threat to global internet infrastructure: Study
A recent study published by The Conversation journal has challenged our understanding of how underwater avalanches develop and their risk potential.
08 Aug 2024
Asia'Fat' Taiwanese granted divorce after wife charged him for intimacy
A court in Taiwan has granted a man after his wife allegedly demanded money from him every time he wanted sex.
04 Aug 2024
BeijingWhy green flag is not allowed in Olympics
A tense situation arose at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Saturday as security removed a fan brandishing a green banner that read "Go Taiwan" from the badminton venue.
28 Jul 2024
JapanRetrieve Netaji's remains by August 18: Grandnephew appeals to PM
Chandra Kumar Bose, grandnephew of freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose, has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to repatriate Netaji's remains from Japan's Renkoji temple by August 18.
27 Jul 2024
Aamir Khan'Uncanny resemblance': Taiwan's Olympic champion's life mirrors Aamir Khan's 'Dangal'
Taiwan's first-ever Olympic gold medallist, Chen Shih-hsin, has discovered striking parallels between her life and the plot of Aamir Khan's film Dangal.
19 Jul 2024
United States of AmericaTSMC boss says AI chip shortage to continue until 2025
C.C. Wei, CEO of TSMC, has projected that the supply-demand equilibrium for advanced chips will not be met until 2025 or 2026.
17 Jul 2024
ChinaAmid China concerns, Taiwanese firms redirect supply chains to India
Taiwanese firms are increasingly relocating their supply chains from China to India, a move driven by escalating global trade tensions, particularly between the US and China.
11 Jul 2024
United KingdomWorld will add many millionaires by 2028, thanks to Taiwan
A new report from financial firm UBS forecasts a significant global increase in the number of millionaires by 2028.
05 Jul 2024
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)ED raids 4 cities in Delhi Jal Board scam
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched search operations in Delhi, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Hyderabad in connection with a money laundering case linked to the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) scam on Wednesday.
25 Jun 2024
BrazilYouTube tests 'Hype' feature to boost engagement for small creators
YouTube is testing a new feature named 'Hype' in select countries.
22 Jun 2024
BeijingChina introduces death penalty for Taiwan separatists
China has announced new guidelines for criminal punishments, including the death penalty for extreme cases involving "die-hard" Taiwan independence separatists.
07 May 2024
Elon MuskTaiwan developing Starlink-like satellite system amid rising China tensions
In response to escalating tensions with China, Taiwan is proactively developing a robust satellite system, to ensure uninterrupted communication during potential disaster scenarios.
24 Apr 2024
Joe BidenUS Senate approves $95 billion aid package for Ukraine
The United States Senate has approved a $95 billion aid package intended for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
23 Apr 2024
WorldTaiwan: Series of aftershocks hit Hualien, tremors felt in Taipei
Taiwan's quake-hit eastern county of Hualien was rattled by dozens of aftershocks late on Monday and early on Tuesday
16 Apr 2024
Cannes Film Festival'Demon Hunters': Taiwan-India joint venture set for Cannes premiere
The much-awaited Taiwan-India joint venture, Demon Hunters, is set to unveil its first footage at the upcoming Cannes Film Market.
04 Apr 2024
Japan6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes off eastern Japan
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake was reported off the eastern shores of Honshu, Japan on Thursday.
03 Apr 2024
WorldExplained: How prepared is Taiwan to deal with earthquakes
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Wednesday morning, killing nine and injuring over 900 people. The quake was the strongest in 25 years.
03 Apr 2024
US Geological Survey1 dead as 7.4 magnitude earthquake hits Taiwan
At least one person was killed and dozens injured in a 7.4 magnitude earthquake that hit Taiwan on Wednesday morning, the Taipei Times reported.
27 Mar 2024
ThailandThailand's parliament passes same-sex marriage bill
In a landmark decision, Thailand's parliament on Wednesday voted in favor of a bill that could pave the way for same-sex marriage.
03 Mar 2024
ChinaStop bullying: Taiwan responds to China objecting Taipei official's interview
After the Chinese embassy in India objected to an interview of Taiwanese Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu conducted by an Indian news outlet, Taiwan slammed China for dictating how its neighbors operate.
08 Feb 2024
JapanTSMC, world's top chipmaker, to build second factory in Japan
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's leading chipmaker, has revealed plans to construct a second semiconductor fabrication facility in Japan.
13 Jan 2024
ChinaChina skeptic William Lai Ching-te elected as Taiwan's president
William Lai Ching-te of Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has been elected the self-ruled island's president.
03 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismWorld's favorite destinations that are closing doors in 2024
In the global pursuit of recovery post-pandemic, some of the world's most iconic destinations are bidding farewell to visitors in 2024 .
18 Dec 2023
ChinaChina launches new spy satellite: What are secret mission's objectives
China reportedly launched a classified "spy satellite," Yaogan-41, on Friday using a modified Long March 5 launcher, the country's largest launch vehicle.
13 Dec 2023
Vladimir PutinUkraine war claimed lives of 87% of Russia's troops: Report
Russia has lost 87% of its active-duty ground troops and two-thirds of its pre-invasion tanks since invading Ukraine, a declassified United States (US) intelligence assessment given to Congress revealed, per CNN.
04 Dec 2023
United States of AmericaViolated sovereignty: China on US warship's presence in disputed SCS
China on Monday slammed the United States (US) after an American warship—USS Gabrielle Giffords—allegedly entered the disputed South China Sea near the Second Thomas Shoal.
30 Nov 2023
NepalNepal becomes first Asian country to register queer marriages
Nepal has become the first South Asian country to register a same-sex marriage, following a Supreme Court order that removed barriers to such unions.
21 Nov 2023
Travel And TourismEat these vegetarian foods when in Taiwan
The beautiful country of Taiwan offers several attractions and experiences that make it a great travel destination.
16 Nov 2023
Joe BidenBiden-Jinping summit results in key agreements: Everything to know
United States (US) President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in San Francisco, US, for the first time since their summit in Bali, Indonesia last year.
12 Nov 2023
FoxconniPhone-maker Foxconn launches satellites on SpaceX rocket: What it means
Foxconn has launched two prototype low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites aboard a SpaceX rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.
10 Nov 2023
IndiaTaiwan looking to recruit up to 1 lakh Indian workers
Taiwan is looking to employ up to 1 lakh Indian workers in a bid to strengthen economic ties between the two countries, a senior official revealed to Bloomberg.
08 Nov 2023
Hamas3 Hamas leaders worth $11 billion, enjoy luxury in Qatar
Hamas, the terror group responsible for the killing of over 1,400 civilians in southern Israel on October 7, has three top leaders with a combined net worth of $11 billion, the New York Post reported.
31 Oct 2023
ThailandNow, Indian tourists can travel to Thailand without visa
Thailand is reportedly set to lift visa requirements for travelers from India and Taiwan between November 2023 and May 2024.
04 Oct 2023
ChinaChinese submarine tragedy killed its 55 sailors: Intelligence leak
A malfunction on a Chinese nuclear-powered submarine resulted in the deaths of 55 sailors, reported The Times, citing a "leaked British intelligence report."
25 Sep 2023
FoodExplore these sweet culinary treasures in Taiwan
Taiwan is a culinary paradise that beckons food enthusiasts from around the globe. With its diverse and delectable array of dishes, Taiwan offers an unparalleled gastronomic experience.
22 Sep 2023
Indian OceanIndia bolsters Indian Ocean security with Oman base, Mauritius airstrip
Amid China's growing presence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), India has operationalized a maritime support base in Oman's Duqm Port and is reportedly considering an air support facility in the north Agalega Islands of Mauritius.
18 Sep 2023
ChinaTaiwan detects 103 Chinese warplanes near island in 24 hours
The Ministry of National Defense of Taiwan expressed grave concerns on Monday over the increased military activity of China after it reportedly detected more than 100 Chinese warplanes around the island within a 24-hour period.
28 Aug 2023
ChinaWho's Terry Gou—Taiwanese presidential candidate advocating direct talks with China
Terry Gou—founder of Foxconn Technology Group—announced his candidacy for the post of Taiwan's president on Monday.
01 Aug 2023
ChinaChina: 11 dead, dozens missing following Typhoon Doksuri
At least 11 people died and 27 others were reported missing as heavy rainfall continued to lash Beijing, China, for the fourth consecutive day, CCTV reported on Tuesday.
27 May 2023
ChinaTaipei claims Chinese aircraft carrier sailed through Taiwan Strait
The defense ministry of Taiwan claimed that the Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong sailed through the Taiwan Strait on Saturday accompanied by two other ships.
20 May 2023
ShoppingWhen in Taiwan, don't forget to buy these souvenirs
Right from its popular street food to traditional handmade offerings, there are so many things that Taiwan garners attention for.
19 Apr 2023
ChinaChina preparing supersonic spy drone unit to target US: Report
A leaked assessment of the United States (US) military has revealed that China is planning to deploy a supersonic high-altitude spy drone to greatly increase its capacity to conduct surveillance activities, The Washington Post reported.
13 Apr 2023
Emmanuel MacronChina hails Emmanuel Macron amid criticism over his Taiwan remarks
Following a three-day visit to China, French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that the European Union should distance itself from Chinese-American tensions over Taiwan.
10 Apr 2023
ChinaChina deploys 11 warships, 59 aircraft toward Taiwan: Report
China reportedly deployed 11 warships and 59 warplanes toward Taiwan on the third day of its military drill, the latter's defense ministry said, as per AFP.
19 Feb 2023
United States of AmericaUS warns China against 'spy' balloons, China calls reaction hysterical
United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken met Beijing's top diplomat Wang Yi on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference on Saturday.
13 Feb 2023
ChinaOver 10 US balloons violated airspace since January 2022: China
China's Foreign Ministry on Monday claimed over 10 high-altitude balloons sent by the United States (US) violated its airspace since January 2022.
04 Feb 2023
United States of AmericaSecond Chinese spy balloon spotted over Latin America: Pentagon
The United States (US) government reportedly spotted a second Chinese spy balloon in the skies over Latin America, CNN reported citing the Pentagon.
03 Feb 2023
United States of AmericaUS: Pentagon tracking Chinese spy balloon surveilling nuclear weapons sites
A Chinese spy balloon is reportedly flying over the United States (US), surveilling its highly sensitive nuclear weapons sites, the Pentagon said on Thursday. It is currently being tracked as the Pentagon believes it doesn't pose a particularly dangerous intelligence threat.
01 Jan 2023
Tsai Ing-wenTaiwan offers China assistance in coping with fresh COVID-19 surge
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen said on Sunday that the self-ruled democratic island is ready to help China cope with its fresh COVID-19 spike.
26 Dec 2022
ChinaChina deploys 71 warplanes, 7 naval ships toward Taiwan: Report
China deployed seven ships and 71 warplanes toward Taiwan in a 24-hour display of power, the latter's defense ministry said on Monday.
10 Nov 2022
Xi JinpingBe combat-ready to win wars: President Jinping tells Chinese Army
Invoking a threat to China's national security, President Xi Jinping ordered the military to maintain combat readiness and "prepare for war" at the Central Military Commission's joint operations command center in Beijing.
16 Oct 2022
Xi JinpingControl over Hong Kong, determined on Taiwan: China President Jinping
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday said that China had acquired total control over Hong Kong by transitioning it from disorder to governance.
04 Oct 2022
Travel And TourismTaiwan on your itinerary? Check-in at these 5 unique accommodations
Taiwan is famed for its scintillating nightlife, excellent gastronomy, stunning landscapes, and extensive shopping opportunities.
25 Sep 2022
RobotsThis shape-shifting robot can split into pieces, snap back together
A miniature robot that has the ability to change its shape or split into tinier bits has the potential to redefine targeted drug delivery.
01 Sep 2022
DronesIn a first, Taiwan shoots down Chinese drone: Report
In a first such incident, the military forces of Taiwan shot down an unidentified drone that had entered its airspace near the Chinese coast on Thursday.
20 Aug 2022
US Government21 Chinese warplanes, 5 naval ships tracked around Taiwan: Report
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense has said that it tracked 21 warplanes and five naval ships of the Chinese military around the country on Friday.
09 Aug 2022
BeijingTaiwan accuses China of using drills to 'prepare for invasion'
Following days of massive Chinese war games, Taiwan's military held an artillery drill on Tuesday simulating defense against an attack, as Taipei alleged Beijing was preparing to invade the island.
06 Aug 2022
ChinaTaiwan's top defense official found dead amid growing China-Taiwan tensions
The deputy head of the Taiwan Defense Ministry's research and development unit, Ou Yang Li-hsing, was found dead on Saturday morning in a hotel room, Central News Agency reported.
05 Aug 2022
Nancy PelosiWill sanction Pelosi over Taiwan visit: China's warning to US
China will be sanctioning United States (US) House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for her visit to Taiwan this week, the Foreign Ministry announced on Friday.
05 Aug 2022
Nancy PelosiChina using my Taiwan visit as excuse for drills: Pelosi
Speaking in Japan during the last leg of her Asia tour, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that China is using her visit to Taiwan as an "excuse" to conduct military drills near the island.
03 Aug 2022
Nancy PelosiUS Speaker Nancy Pelosi visit: China imposes sanctions on Taiwan
China imposed severe sanctions on the import of fruits and seafood from Taiwan and halted sand supplies to the island on Wednesday following a visit by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
03 Aug 2022
Nancy PelosiUS Speaker Nancy Pelosi addresses Taiwan Parliament; China enraged
US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi addressed Taiwan's parliament on Wednesday, and met with its President Tsai Ing-wen and human rights activists.
02 Aug 2022
BeijingUS House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reaches Taiwan amid China's warnings
US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reportedly landed in Taiwan late on Tuesday evening as part of her Asia tour, amid repeated "warnings" against her visit from China.
