March 8, 2025

Trump Softens Stance on Taiwan’s Semiconductor Industry Following TSMC Investment

Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump softened his stance on Taiwan’s semiconductor industry on Friday, just days after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) announced a US$100 billion investment in the United States. According to Focus Taiwan, Trump reiterated during a speech at the White House that Taiwan “stole” the U.S. chip

U.S. Criticizes China’s Use of U.N. Resolution to Isolate Taiwan

Washington: The United States has expressed strong disapproval of China’s actions, accusing Beijing of employing “coercive efforts” to exclude Taiwan from global forums by misusing United Nations Resolution 2758. This resolution, according to the U.S., does not restrict any country from engaging with Taiwan or prevent Taiwan’s participation in international

Shuttler Lin Chun-yi Advances to Semifinals at Orl©ans Masters

Orl©ans: Taiwanese shuttler Lin Chun-yi bested his countryman Lee Chia-hao to advance to the men’s singles semifinals at the Orl©ans Masters in France on Friday. It took Lin, ranked 14th in the world by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), 59 minutes to beat Lee 18-21, 22-20, 21-12 in the quarterfinals.

TSMC Unveils Ambitious Plan to Recruit 8,000 Employees in 2025

Taipei: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, announced plans on Saturday to recruit 8,000 new employees in 2025 as part of its strategy to expand production capacity and maintain its competitive edge. According to Focus Taiwan, TSMC is launching a comprehensive recruitment campaign targeting campuses across

Taiwan Prepares for Rare September Blood Moon Eclipse

Taipei: Taiwan will miss out on a total lunar eclipse on March 14, but skywatchers can look forward to a rare “blood moon” on September 8, when a second total lunar eclipse of the year will be fully visible across the island, the Taipei Astronomical Museum said Saturday. According to

Stuart Fairchild Considers Playing for Taiwan in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Phoenix: Team Taiwan has a potential new addition to its roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC) as Cincinnati Reds outfielder Stuart Fairchild is open to representing his mother’s home country. Fairchild, whose mother hails from Taiwan, expressed his interest in an interview at Goodyear Ballpark in Phoenix, Arizona.