The economy of Taiwan achieved remarkable growth in 2025, expanding by 8.6 percent, the fastest rate in 15 years and far surpassing earlier forecasts. This growth was largely powered by booming global demand for advanced technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI)-related products such as semiconductors and high-performance computing hardware, which are central to Taiwan’s export-oriented economic…
Taiwan is signaling growing confidence in its role as a global semiconductor leader, stating that it expects even more chip investments in Arizona as ties with the United States deepen. Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te made the remarks during discussions with U.S. lawmakers and officials, highlighting a broader push to expand chip manufacturing capacity outside the…
On January 20, 2026, Taiwan and the United States announced a major plan to reshape the global tech industry. Taiwan said it will help build what leaders are calling a “democratic” high‑tech supply chain. This idea means making key tech products with partners that share similar values like freedom and open markets. The new plan…
In a landmark shift for global trade and technology, Taiwan is intensifying efforts to secure a favourable tariff agreement with the United States by promoting deep cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, and high-tech manufacturing. The move comes as part of broader negotiations aimed at lowering tariff barriers on Taiwanese exports while strengthening strategic ties…
Taiwan sounds alarm as China-Japan tensions escalate A senior official in Taiwan has cautioned that the escalating clash between China and Japan may linger for up to a year, urging calm and diplomacy even as diplomatic tensions and regional uncertainty rise. The remarks come at a delicate moment for regional security and highlight Taiwan’s concerns…
Taiwan recently addressed claims that it was coordinating with South Korea in response to potential U.S. tariffs on semiconductors. The island’s leadership clarified that no such cooperation is underway, saying Taiwan is currently engaging only with the United States directly. This clarification comes amid growing tension in the global chip supply chain, especially as U.S….
Taiwan has stepped onto the global stage once again, highlighting its unmatched role in the semiconductor industry and its influence in international trade. At a recent major trade show, the island showcased not only its technological strength but also its diplomatic efforts, using semiconductors as a powerful tool to connect with allies around the world….
Taiwan has announced a major increase in military spending by 2026, a move seen as both a response to growing regional security concerns and a strategic step to maintain strong relations with the United States. This decision comes at a time when tensions with China remain high and Washington continues to pressure allies in Asia…