Politics

Taiwan Economists Optimistic Amid Changes in U.S. Tariff Policies

Taipei: The Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER) recently expressed optimism regarding the impact of changes in U.S. tariff policies on Taiwan’s economy, especially highlighting Taiwan’s pivotal role in the global semiconductor supply chain.

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Lai Urges Historical Truth Ahead of 228 Anniversary

Taipei: President Lai Ching-te said Wednesday that confronting Taiwan’s past requires truth rather than fear, stressing that a clear understanding of history is essential to strengthening the foundation of democracy. Speaking ahead of the 79th anniver…

Tsai Chi-chang Elected DPP Legislative Caucus Convener

Taipei: Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) lawmaker and former deputy speaker of the Legislative Yuan, Tsai Chi-chang, 56, has been elected as the convener of the party’s legislative caucus. He replaces veteran lawmaker Ker Chien-ming, who held the po…

Political Parties Agree to Send Special Defense Bill to Committee

Taipei: Ruling and opposition parties agreed Tuesday to place the Executive Yuan’s draft special act on defense procurement on the Legislative Yuan’s March 6 plenary agenda and refer it to committee for review. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)-s…