The Latest Breaking News from Taiwan

How Taiwan is viewing the Iran war – and what it reveals about US credibility

The United States and Israeli strikes on Iran have become increasingly concerning for the world due to the risks of further escalation and the impact on energy markets.

The Conversation · Mar 31

TSMC industrial espionage saga heading to verdict next month in unprecedented Taiwan National Security Act case — former engineer accused of stealing 2nm technical info, faces a total of up to 20 years in prison if found guilty

One of the three landmark cases involving the theft of trade secrets from TSMC has run through investigative and court proceedings, and a verdict is scheduled for April 27.

Tom’s Hardware · Mar 30

US senators urge Taiwan to approve $40 billion defence budget amid China tensions

While the U.S does not formally recognise Taiwan, it is the island’s strongest informal backer and arms supplier

The Independent UK · Mar 30

Air Liquide opens Taiwan factory as helium shortage tightens around chip makers — 200 specialized helium containers stranded near the Strait of Hormuz

French industrial gas supplier Air Liquide opened a new factory near the port of Taichung, Taiwan, on Wednesday, as the semiconductor industry faces a worsening helium shortage.

Tom’s Hardware · Mar 27

Train smashes into car after driver tries to rush over level crossing

A train crashed into a car on a level crossing in Taiwan after the driver tried to cross before the barrier had closed.

The Independent UK · Mar 27

'A feast and a famine' – why are profits falling for major bike brands?

Industry challenges are coming from all corners of the world

Cycling Weekly · Mar 27

China stations warplanes converted into attack drones near Taiwan Strait

China’s new warplane-turned-drones could attack in ‘first hours of PLA operation’ against Taiwan, think tank says

The Independent UK · Mar 27

Trump’s China visit set for May 14–15 after delay over Iran war; talks with Xi planned in Beijing

President Donald Trump will visit China on May 14-15 for state talks with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, a meeting rescheduled due to the Iran conflict. This marks Trump's first trip to China in eight years and follows a previous trade truce. Discussions are anticipated to cover trade, Taiwan, and…

The Times of India · Mar 26

Japan expresses ‘regret’ after knife-wielding soldier breaks into Chinese embassy

Embassy break-in further strains troubled relations between Japan and China

The Independent UK · Mar 25

Need a new laptop? You might want to buy now, as Asus just warned that prices could soon jump by up to 30%

Don't hang around if you need a new PC, as the latest doom nugget regarding laptop price hikes is gloomier than ever.

TechRadar · Mar 25