Taipei: A Taiwanese military expert on Wednesday rejected a China studies scholar’s claim that Beijing could impose a naval blockade on Taiwan by sending a few submarines into waters around the island country, questioning how long such a blockade could be sustained. According to Focus Taiwan, during an Oct. 1

Taipei: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) reported consolidated sales of NT$330.98 billion (US$10.3 billion) for September, down 1.4 percent from August but up 31.4 percent year-on-year, marking the third-highest monthly total in the company’s history, the company said Thursday. According to Focus Taiwan, for the third quarter, the world’s largest

Taipei: U.S. artificial intelligence chip giant Nvidia Corp. is seeking an alternative site for its new Taiwan headquarters after its plan to build at the Beitou-Shilin Science Park in Taipei ran into difficulties. Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin confirmed Wednesday that the ministry had received Nvidia’s request a day

Taipei: The first global hotel Keys Selection by the Michelin Guide includes four hotels in Taiwan, Michelin announced Thursday. All four of the Taiwanese hotels received the “Michelin One Key,” indicating guests will experience a “very special stay” at any of the locations as the establishments are “a true gem

Taipei: President Lai Ching-te will deliver a National Day address on Friday outlining his vision and blueprint for national governance as Taiwan faces domestic and international challenges, sources said Thursday. According to Focus Taiwan, in the speech, Lai will focus on the theme “The power to move forward: six key