September 29, 2026

Five Win NT$10 Million in Taiwan’s Uniform Invoice Lottery

Taipei:Five customers who shopped at 7-Eleven stores across Taiwan have won the NT$10 million (US$318,123) special prize in the July-August uniform invoice lottery. One of the winners spent just NT$27 on photocopying.

According to Focus Taiwan, the …

Taiwan Stock Exchange Experiences Early Decline

Taipei:The Taiwan Stock Exchange’s main index began Tuesday’s trading session with a decrease, dropping 150.71 points to 47,873.89.

According to Focus Taiwan, the initial turnover for the day was NT$13.63 billion, equivalent to approximately US$42…

Taiwan’s Economy Continues Strong Growth for Ninth Month

Taipei:Taiwan’s economy sustained its strong momentum in August, with an index measuring economic conditions showing a “red” light, indicating a booming economy. This marks the ninth consecutive month of such performance, driven by strong exports and …

Taiwan Shares Drop Amid Rising U.S. Treasury Yields and Oil Prices

Taipei:Shares in Taiwan ended lower on Tuesday as concerns over rising U.S. Treasury yields and international crude oil prices suggested a possible interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve to control inflation.

According to Focus Taiwan, the Taiex,…

Taiwan Stock Market Declines by 0.82%

Taipei:Taiwan shares concluded the trading session down by 392.64 points, a decrease of 0.82 percent, settling at 47,631.96.

According to Focus Taiwan, the day’s turnover was NT$785.04 billion, equivalent to US$24.68 billion.

Xi’s WWII Remarks Stir Debate Over Republic of China’s Role

Washington:During a state dinner at the White House, Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted U.S.-China cooperation during World War II, notably omitting the Republic of China (ROC) from his account. Xi remarked, “During World War II, China and the U…