The global AI race is supercharging Taiwan’s economy. But many don’t feel better off

For proof that an economy can thrive even under constant military threats from a powerful neighbor and amid US President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, look no further than Taiwan.

Taiwan raids former TSMC exec's home in trade secrets probe

Yee Lee and Ben Blanchard TAIPEI (Reuters) -Taiwan prosecutors said on Thursday investigators had raided the homes of a former senior TSMC executive and seized computers after the company accused him of leaking trade secrets,

Taiwan’s economy roars ahead on back of AI demand

Taiwan has sharply raised its economic growth forecast for 2025 to 7.37 per cent, the fastest rate in 15 years, as roaring demand for artificial intelligence continues to boost its electronics exports.

Taiwan Raises 2026 Growth Outlook as AI Boom Helps Exports

Gross domestic product is expected to expand 3.54% in 2026, according to a statement from the statistics bureau in Taipei on Friday. That compares with the previous forecast of 2.81% back in August. Exports were projected to grow 6.32% for the year, versus an earlier call of 2.19%.

China criticizes Japan's plan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan

The remarks come amid the two countries’ worst diplomatic crisis in years, after the Japanese prime minister said a Chinese attack on Taiwan could trigger a military response from Tokyo.

Taiwan puts $40 billion toward building a defense dome and buying US weapons

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has announced a special $40 billion budget for arms purchases, including to build a Taiwan Dome, an air defense system with high-level detection and interception capabilities,

Taiwan announces $40 billion budget for weapons purchases as U.S. pressures island to increase defense spending

The budget will be allocated over eight years as part of the island's strategy to deter a China's threats of invasion

Taiwan Eyes a Rare Victory Over Beijing in Honduras Election

China’s campaign to deprive Taiwan of diplomatic recognition risks a rare reversal this month when voters in Honduras choose their next president.

Taiwan to spend $40bn on weapons to counter China

Largest special defence budget in 30 years aims to persuade Donald Trump of willingness to pay more for security
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Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi Tours Military Bases Near Taiwan

Last week, Tokyo’s top defense official toured Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) and Coast Guard facilities across the southwestern islands – including a base located 70 nautical miles away from Taiwan.
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Japan Dismisses WSJ Claim Trump Urged Softer Taiwan Stance

Japan is rejecting a Wall Street Journal report claiming US President Donald Trump asked Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae to moderate her stance on Taiwan. The article cited US and Japanese officials, and was published amid escalating tensions between Beijing and Tokyo following Takaichi’s comment that an attack on Taiwan could trigger a military response from Japan.
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