Taipei: The Taiwan Stock Exchange’s main index experienced a decline as it opened down by 138.3 points, settling at 27,614.11. This movement in the market was accompanied by a turnover of NT$7.66 billion, equivalent to approximately US$249.38 million. According to Focus Taiwan, the drop in the index reflects current market

Manila: Taiwan’s government has donated US$200,000 to the Philippines to support relief and recovery efforts following a magnitude-6.9 earthquake that devastated Cebu Province. The quake, which struck late last month, resulted in the loss of at least 72 lives and left 559 individuals injured. According to Focus Taiwan, the donation

Taipei: Taiwan’s first National Archives, located in Linkou, New Taipei, has drawn more than 100,000 visitors since its soft opening on September 2. The archives feature exhibits on the nation’s high-tech development and documents by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) founder Morris Chang, according to the National Archives Administration (NAA).

Beijing: China’s rapid expansion and diversification of its nuclear arsenal have sparked concerns among defense experts about the possibility of “nuclear blackmail” or even nuclear warfare should Western nations intervene in a conflict over Taiwan. According to Focus Taiwan, at a recent military parade in Tiananmen Square, China showcased three

Taipei: Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced Tuesday that it has earmarked a budget of NT$156 million (US$5.07 million) to purchase a property for its representative office in Boston. According to Focus Taiwan, the current Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Boston operates from a rented facility at 99

Montreal: The United States and 10 of Taiwan’s diplomatic allies spoke in favor of Taiwan’s efforts to join the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) at its recent triennial assembly, the foreign ministry said Tuesday. According to Focus Taiwan, the 10 allies, along with the U.S., advocated for Taiwan’s inclusion in