Asia·Aug 1, 2026
Taiwan's Economy Surges Nearly 13% on AI Chip Demand
Second-quarter growth hits 12.92% as semiconductor exports and US trade ties power the island's expansion, though wealth distribution remains uneven
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
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Asia·Jul 29, 2026
Singapore's ST Engineering Wins $840 Million Taiwan Metro Integration Deal
The eight-year project positions the group as lead systems integrator for Taoyuan's 11.4-kilometre Brown Line, connecting regional economic hubs
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 4 min ·
Asia·Jul 29, 2026
Taiwan Legislature Reviews $6.5 Billion Domestic Drone Procurement Plan
Lawmakers split on special procurement framework for locally developed defense unmanned systems as clause-by-clause debate begins
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Jul 28, 2026
Taiwan's AIDC Lands $680 Million in Aerospace Contracts at Farnborough
The Taiwanese manufacturer secured deals with major aerospace firms for civilian aircraft and engine work, marking a strategic push into commercial aviation markets
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Jul 23, 2026
Taiwan's Drone Industry Faces Budget Crisis as Opposition Pushes NT$8 Billion in Cuts
Economic Affairs Minister warns that proposed reductions to uncrewed vehicle program would cripple a 267-company supply chain and derail efforts to build a democratic drone ecosystem in the Asia-Pacific.
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·
Asia·Jul 23, 2026
Taiwan Regulator Extends Grab-Foodpanda Review Until October
Fair Trade Commission seeks 60 more working days to assess whether Uber's stake in Grab could undermine competition in Taiwan's delivery market
By Cheng Wei-Lun · 3 min ·