January 16, 2026

U.S. Lowers Tariff on Taiwanese Goods to 15% in Trade Deal

Washington: The United States has agreed to lower tariffs on Taiwanese goods from 20 percent to 15 percent, following the conclusion of trade negotiations with Taiwan, according to Taiwan’s Executive Yuan on Friday (Taiwan time). The tariff reduction …

Magnitude 4.6 Earthquake Jolts Northeastern Taiwan

Taipei: A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck off the coast of northeastern Taiwan at 11:09 a.m. Friday, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA). The epicenter of the temblor was located at sea, about 36.5 kilometers south southeast of Yilan…

Taiwan Shares Close Up 1.94% on Increased Turnover

Taipei: Taiwan shares ended up 598.12 points, or 1.94 percent, at 31,408.70 Friday on turnover of NT$823.36 billion (US$26.08 billion).

According to Focus Taiwan, the market showed significant activity with a substantial increase in turnover compare…

Taiwan Commits to US$250 Billion Investment in U.S. Chip Sector

Taipei: Taiwan and the United States have reached an agreement for Taiwanese semiconductor and technology companies to invest at least US$250 billion in the U.S., as part of trade talks that concluded Thursday, according to government officials on Fri…

Taiwan Manufacturers Upbeat After U.S. Trade Deal Lowers Tariffs

Taipei: Taiwan’s machinery, automotive parts, and electrical manufacturers have voiced optimism following the announcement of a new Taiwan-United States trade deal that reduces tariffs on Taiwanese goods.

According to Focus Taiwan, the agreement sti…