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Taiwan says it will cooperate with further restrictions on Russian energy imports
Taiwan's economy ministry said that it "urges domestic enterprises to procure petroleum products that comply with EU regulations".Taiwan's government said on Thursday that it will cooperate should "international allies" impose further restrictions...

Taipei boosts its exposure in Europe through a roadshow of events
Taipei recently strengthened its promotional efforts in Europe through a roadshow of events under the theme Travel Taipei – A City of Layers. The roadshow which ran from 20th to 25th September enabled the Taiwanese capital to present itself as a...

Taiwan's microchips and the tariff battle with Trump
The Taiwanese government was quick to deny that trade negotiations with the United States include moving to the US half of its microprocessor production for the US market. The opposition Kuomintang and the Taiwan People's Party attack the...

Stock Market Live Updates 03 October 2025: Nifty, Sensex poised for gains as RBI reforms boost financial sentiment
Stock Market Today | Share Market Live Updates - Find here all the live updates related to Sensex, Nifty, BSE, NSE share prices and Indian stock markets for 03 October 2025. October 3, 2025 08:57Markets Technical outlook: SPOT INDEX LEVELS...
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$6.4B corn, soybean export deal with Taiwan
INDIANAPOLIS — Taiwan intends to purchase $6.4 billion of U.S. corn and soybeans over the next four years, according to two letters of intent signed with the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and the Indiana Soybean Alliance. Specifically, the Taiwan...
6 PLA aircraft, 7 PLAN vessels recorded operating around Taiwan
Taipei [Taiwan], October 3 (ANI): Taiwan recorded Chinese military presence around the island with 6 PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around its territory, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported on Friday. Sharing the...

World News | 6 PLA Aircraft, 7 PLAN Vessels Recorded Operating Around Taiwan
Taipei [Taiwan], October 3 (ANI): Taiwan recorded Chinese military presence around the island with 6 PLA aircraft and 7 PLAN vessels operating around its territory, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported on Friday. Sharing the...

NPR’s Economics Lessons Come With Neoliberal Spin
For six seasons now, NPR’s Planet Money, the network’s economics and finance program, has aired a Summer School miniseries that offers its audience a “crash course in economics for your ears.” Presenting listeners the opportunity to “see the world...

Can Lai’s Taiwan Hold on to Its Diplomatic Allies?
During Tsai Ing-wen’s presidency, Taiwan lost ten official diplomatic partners to China, which utilized its economic power to peel away the democracy’s allies. Since President Lai Ching-te took office in May 2024, however, Taiwan has managed to...
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[In This Economy] All is well in Taiwan (so far)
I digress from my usual programming to write about a recent vacation to Taipei. The last time I was there was in 2014, and I was eager to see how things had changed more than a decade later, especially with the specter of China hanging over...

Taiwan Resists US Chip Capacity Shift
Taiwan signaled it will not move half of its semiconductor production to the United States, pushing back on pressure from Washington as both sides discuss tariffs and supply chain security. The stance, delivered as trade talks continue, adds new...

Here are Arizona economic insights you need to know
The Greater Phoenix Chamber, in partnership with BOK Financial, released the latest Arizona Economic Insights Dashboard findings, highlighting a resilient statewide economy and a deeper understanding of Arizona’s evolving energy and trade...

Taiwan Rejects US '50-50' Chip Plan Amid Tariff Negotiations
Taiwan has firmly rejected a proposal floated by a senior US official to split global semiconductor production equally between the two nations. The idea, intended to reduce America’s reliance on the island nation for critical chip supplies, met...

Fear of free markets suppressing economy
The gulf between the market exchange rate for foreign currency and the manipulated auction or interbank rate tells a story of denialism and the consequences of such to ordinary citizens and businesses. Victor Bhoroma The failure of the foreign...

Taiwan enforcing digital IDs at border for all incoming visitors — and travelers must apply in advance
A new procedure for all incoming visitors has been launched in a popular tourist spot in an effort to streamline the travel process, plus security. Travelers to Taiwan are now required to apply for a “digital arrival” card (TWAC) three days in...
Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan — three fronts, one fight the West must win
Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Editorial JOE VARNER If Ukraine falls, Israel buckles, and Taiwan breaks, the world we know ends.Article content Recommended Videos Article content In 2025, Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan are not just fighting their own...

Taiwan rejects US '50-50' proposal on chip manufacturing
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick claims he submitted the proposal in Taipei negotiations, but Taiwan remains focused on lowering tariffs. As Trump’s administration attempts to increase scale of manufacturing inside the United States, Taiwan’s...

Taiwan absent from latest Trump-Xi phone call
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) spoke on the phone on Sept. 19 for the third time this year. There are two important points to note: First, the call took place after trade talks between US and Chinese officials in...
PM Drew bats for Taiwan, calls for ...
MANHATTAN, New York — AS world leaders gathered for the 80th United Nations General Assembly, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Terrance Drew, used the platform to advocate for Taiwan’s inclusion in international bodies, the lifting of...

Taiwan Pledges To Buy $6B Of US Soybeans, Corn
InkFreeNews.com Posted Oct 02, 2025 Updated: Oct 1, 2025 @ 3:13 PM From left, Director Don Lamb, ICMC President Tim Gauck, ISA Chair Denise Scarborough, Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith, Gov. Mike Braun, Deputy Minister of Agriculture Wen-Jane Tu, Chairman...