Taipei.
special municipality and capital city of Taiwan
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Cities in Taipei and Shanghai engaged in a two-way learning forum focused on smart medicine and economic exchanges.Some support1 report
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President Lai Ching-te nominated Chen Yung-hsing and Wang Jung-chang for key government positions in Taipei.Some support2 reports
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Taipei is facing a double aging challenge, prompting advice from Huang Shu-wei.Some support1 report
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Typhoon Champi impacts flight operations in Taipei and Kaohsiung.Some support1 report
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Heavy rain and thunderstorms are affecting the Taipei and Hualien County regions, prompting operational changes based on advisories from the Central Weather Administration.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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Typhoon Champi approaches Japan's southwestern islands on October 22.Some support2 reports
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Thai Airways advises on new flight routes connecting Bangkok to Taipei and Kaohsiung.Some support3 reports
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Typhoon Champi is forecast to affect Taipei, a northern mountain area, on October 22.Some support12 reports
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Frank Fang was reported to be associated with financial firms in Taipei starting in October 2026.Some support1 report
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A merger announcement was made in Taipei involving several financial holding companies, requiring regulatory approval.Some support1 report
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The CCP is accused of using cross-border suppression tactics against Taiwan, prompting criticism in Taipei.Well supported11 reports2 developments inside
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US signals that China's attempts to isolate Taiwan will fail, amid expert commentary on Taiwan's security role.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Travel trends show the Busan-Jeju route is a top budget destination, while Agoda data highlights low-cost international travel between Tokyo and Taipei.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Tensions escalate as the US considers Taiwan sovereign Chinese territory, amidst talks in Beijing.Well supported21 reports5 developments inside
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Experts in Taipei warn of global defense capability gaps, citing issues like aircraft carrier shortages and PLA unmanned systems.Some support2 reports
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Gary Lin discussed water risk for semiconductor manufacturing during an event in Taipei.Some support1 report
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CNA reported from the city of Taipei on July 14, 2026.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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CNA reported from Taipei that CPC Corp. and Taiwan Power Co. are state-run entities.Some support3 reports
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Taiwan is advancing microreactor deployment through agreements and regulatory advice from the Nuclear Safety Commission.Some support2 reports
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Hsieh Lung-chieh is confirmed as a mayoral candidate in Tainan, while Puma Shen is a candidate in the Taipei elections.Some support2 reports
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The Kuomintang administration in Taipei is working to improve infrastructure and boost tourism.Some support2 reports
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Nvidia is establishing its administrative center in Taipei while seeking an overseas headquarters in Taiwan.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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Global Tek held an earnings conference in Taipei and secured major orders from US cloud providers and Japanese component buyers.Some support1 report
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RSMC launches Asia tour in Taipei, Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen.Some support3 reports
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KMT and DPP challengers participate in a mayoral race, while Shih Chung-liang addresses policy concerns at a Taipei hearing.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Starlux Airlines is operating new nonstop flights from Taipei to Seattle and Los Angeles, partnering with Alaska Airlines for miles redemption.Some support1 report
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Qsquare operates department stores in Taipei since January 1, 2026.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Supply chain pivots are requiring specialized expertise across Ho Chi Minh City, Vancouver, and Taipei.Some support1 report
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China's new law introduces extraterritorial provisions raising legal risk concerns for Taiwan.Some support5 reports3 developments inside
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Delta partnered for a SOFC demonstration site and unveiled solutions at Energy Taiwan 2026 in Taipei.Some support1 report
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Taiwanese content is seeking to expand its reach into global markets.Some support1 report
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Lai Ching-te spoke at exhibitions in Taipei.Some support2 reports
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Referendum proposals were submitted to the Central Election Commission in Taipei.Some support1 report
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Michelle Lee speaks for the Executive Yuan while the KMT and DPP maintain their political rivalry in Taipei.Some support6 reports6 developments inside
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Lai Ching-te delivered a speech in Taipei referencing Ronald Reagan's 'shining city', which was subsequently analyzed by Shen.Some support1 report
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World Gym, Taiwan's largest fitness chain, used PR Newswire for a news release in Taipei.Some support1 report
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Geopolitical risks related to the Taiwan conflict are being priced into global stocks, with Beijing potentially favoring a blockade over invasion.Some support15 reports
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Frank Grunert assumed leadership of Siemens Taiwan on October 1, 2026, which was reported by CNA in Taipei.Some support2 reports
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News reported from Taipei, Taiwan on August 9, 2026.Some support4 reports
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Taipei Mayor proposes urban planning vision for Wanhua while China uses surveillance to suppress dissent in Taiwan.Some support1 report
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US officials advise Washington to penalize China for supporting Russia and deepen ties with Taipei.Some support1 report
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US political figures discuss Taiwan's defense and reunification efforts with Beijing, amid scrutiny of US posture by China.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Mayor proposes relocating the airport to facilitate the development of the AI park in Taipei.Some support5 reports
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Taiwanese envoys engaged in international diplomacy in Palau.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Lai Ching-te meets with Lin Chia-lung as US delegation visits Taiwan, while Kim introduces related bills in US Congress.Some support5 reports
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While the CWA issues warnings for Taiwan and monitors a tropical depression near Hainan, Puma Shen launches a mayoral bid in Taipei with Tsai Ing-wen's backing. Separately, Twice has a member from Taiwan.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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YD Bio Limited has established its headquarters in Taipei and is currently conducting clinical trials in Canada.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Trade ties are growing between Arizona and Taiwan, with Phoenix aiming to be a gateway for Taiwanese investment.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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China claims sovereignty over Taiwan and vows to seize it, while Donald Trump discusses an arms sale proposal with a Chinese leader.Well supported17 reports4 developments inside
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City governments in Taipei and New Taipei announced the implementation of free bus services.Some support4 reports
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An incident involving a shared caterer used for school lunches at University of Taipei since September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Gigabyte was founded in Taipei on September 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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Nvidia chief discussed US export control impacts on market access in Taipei.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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The US government approved AI chip sales to China, allowing Nvidia and AMD to ship chips.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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A chef born in Taipei moved to Vancouver.Some support1 report
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WADM was established in Taipei, Taiwan, to facilitate cooperation on disaster risk management between Taipei and Belize.Some support2 reports
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The Trump administration is delaying arms packages for Taipei while Xi Jinping pressures Trump regarding Taiwan independence.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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The Taipei City Government manages urban planning and zoning.Some support3 reports4 developments inside
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Risk changes are affecting urban development in both Taipei and Hsinchu County.Some support1 report
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Taitung is four hours from Taipei by train.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Taipei
Events traced to Taipei, step by step, newest first- Contesting Luzon sovereignty raises threat to Taipei's securityThe threat of isolation in the Luzon Strait jeopardizes Taiwan's capitalPossible
- Taipei's urban renewal rules may ease development thresholdsTaipei's urban renewal rules could ease development thresholds and boost construction potentialLikely
- Fuel shortages in Bali may deter Taipei tourists and business travelersTaipei's travel market may face reduced demand due to Bali's fuel crisisPossible
- Taipei secures 30% of Alaskan gas supply for two decadesTaipei secures 30% of Alaskan gas supply for two decadesLikely
- Kaohsiung forest dispute may challenge Taipei's green development leadKaohsiung forest dispute may challenge Taipei's green development leadPossible
- Kaohsiung's AI push increases competition for Taipei's tech sectorKaohsiung's aggressive AI plans intensify competition for high-tech investment in Taipei.Likely
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- Growing China-NK-Russia axis may increase strategic risk for TaipeiIncreased strategic coordination may heighten geopolitical risk for Taipei.Possible
- New tunnel eases traffic and supports research corridor in TaipeiThe new tunnel will ease traffic congestion and support a biomedical corridor in Taipei.Reported
Around Taipei this week
News at the entities that move Taipei most-
Nvidia StructuralCompanies like Nvidia and Google are competing for college talent, with a KU graduate student joining the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston.Moves Taipei
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China OperationalLow water levels on the Rhine coincided with EU tariffs against Chinese competition and shifts in Northern European steel prices.Moves Taipei
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Donald Trump OperationalTrump's tariffs are impacting the domestic steel industry, leading to trade actions involving India and commentary from Janice Charette.Moves Taipei
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Beijing OperationalFrank-Walter Steinmeier, President of Germany, is scheduled to visit Anhui Province and hold talks in Beijing.Moves Taipei
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TSMC StructuralMusk's companies are forming a joint venture with TSMC to produce cutting-edge chips, aiming to exceed current industry capacity.Moves Taipei
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Lai Ching-te StructuralPresident Lai Ching-te visited Eswatini in May 2026.Moves Taipei
Connections
The 40 strongest of 778, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Beijing Operational
Taipei and Beijing are engaged in active geopolitical rivalry defined by competing sovereignty claims and mutual strategic pressure.
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Taiwan Structural
Taipei functions as the designated capital city and administrative hub for the nation of Taiwan.
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Nvidia Structural
Nvidia is establishing a major, long-term structural presence in Taipei, including a planned headquarters and deep supply chain integration.
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TSMC Structural
TSMC is structurally based and operates within the Taipei area, which functions as its primary market and operational hub.
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Metro Structural
Metro serves as the primary transit backbone for Greater Taipei, indicating a fundamental functional dependency.
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Taiwan Stock Exchange Structural
The Taiwan Stock Exchange is functionally based in Taipei, relying on the city's infrastructure and location for its operations.
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China Operational
China actively asserts sovereignty and exerts pressure on Taipei through military presence, legal threats, and patrols, which Taipei monitors and reports.
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Taipei City Government Structural
The Taipei City Government is the administrative body responsible for managing urban planning and infrastructure within the geographical boundaries of Taipei.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump's policies, tariffs, and decisions on arms sales directly influence Taipei's geopolitical and defense status.
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People’s Liberation Army Operational
Taipei's operational activities, such as drills, are viewed by the PLA as direct challenges to its military readiness and strategic goals in the Taiwan Strait.
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state Structural
Taipei is identified as the self-governing island, serving as the seat of the state.
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American Airlines Operational
American Airlines is establishing and expanding operational service links, including codeshares, into the market of Taipei.
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Lai Ching-te Structural
Lai Ching-te functions as the President operating from Taipei, which serves as the official seat of government for his administration.
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Lin Yi-hua Structural
one depends on the other
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Ming-Hung Hsieh Structural
Ming-Hung Hsieh holds the office of Commissioner within the governmental structure of Taipei.
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Vivian Huang Structural
Vivian Huang held official governmental roles within the structure of Taipei, including Taipei City Council member and deputy mayor.
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Alaska Transactional
Taipei is actively seeking investment and supply contracts for LNG from the Alaskan LNG project.
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Eswatini Operational
Eswatini and Taipei maintain a diplomatic alliance focused on cooperation in industry and investment.
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Chinese Communist Party Operational
The CCP actively exerts political pressure, conflict, and influence against the governance and territorial integrity of Taipei.
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Central Weather Administration Shared context
The Central Weather Administration provides weather forecasts and warnings specifically for the Taipei region.
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Shanghai Operational
The cities are actively coupled through shared operational disruptions (e.g., weather impacts, flight cancellations) and substantive economic exchanges.
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Puma Shen Operational
Puma Shen is actively campaigning for the mayor of Taipei.
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EVA Air Operational
EVA Air utilizes Taipei as a primary operational and regional transit hub for its flights.
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Chiang Wan-an Structural
Chiang Wan-an holds the official position of Mayor, governing and implementing policy within the jurisdiction of Taipei.
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Royal Enfield Operational
Royal Enfield is engaged in a co-design partnership with a shop located in Taipei for product development.
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Belize Operational
Belize and Taiwan maintain a formal diplomatic alliance, evidenced by official travel and political declarations.
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Middle East Operational
Taipei's market prices and confidence react directly to geopolitical instability and oil market volatility in the Middle East.
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Paraguay Operational
Taipei and Paraguay maintain an operational relationship characterized by bilateral cooperation, trade, and diplomatic alliance.
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Avenger Operational
The Avenger system is currently deployed to the eastern Taiwan area for defensive purposes.
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Songshan District Structural
Songshan District is an administrative subdivision located within the city of Taipei.
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New Taipei Operational
The municipalities are functionally linked by shared transportation infrastructure and coordinated public services.
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Papua New Guinea Structural
The representative office of Taipei operates within the borders of Papua New Guinea, establishing a formal, ongoing functional presence.
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Evergreen Marine Transactional
Evergreen Marine is currently under investigation by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office.
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Kaohsiung Operational
The two cities actively compete and coordinate on urban development, green initiatives, and becoming AI industry hubs.
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Singapore Airlines Operational
Singapore Airlines provides flight services to and from Taipei, serving as a key destination and operational hub.
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Microsoft Operational
Microsoft is planning to establish and expand data center operations within the Taipei area.
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Taipei Zoo Operational
Taipei City government manages the Taipei Zoo, which is actively utilized for autonomous shuttle trials and operations.
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Cambridge Structural
The biopharma company in Cambridge conducts studies that are supported by the Taipei exchange.
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Bangkok Operational
The cities maintain an active operational link through air travel and regional logistical coordination.
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Oriana Skylar Mastro Shared context
Oriana Skylar Mastro's professional focus includes assessing the defense strategy of Taipei/Taiwan.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
31 events- Cities in Taipei and Shanghai engaged in a two-way learning forum focused on smart medicine and economic exchanges.
- Taipei is facing a double aging challenge, prompting advice from Huang Shu-wei.
- Typhoon Champi impacts flight operations in Taipei and Kaohsiung.
- Typhoon Champi approaches Japan's southwestern islands on October 22.
- Thai Airways advises on new flight routes connecting Bangkok to Taipei and Kaohsiung.
- Typhoon Champi is forecast to affect Taipei, a northern mountain area, on October 22.
- Frank Fang was reported to be associated with financial firms in Taipei starting in October 2026.
- A merger announcement was made in Taipei involving several financial holding companies, requiring regulatory approval.
- The CCP is accused of using cross-border suppression tactics against Taiwan, prompting criticism in Taipei.
- Experts in Taipei warn of global defense capability gaps, citing issues like aircraft carrier shortages and PLA unmanned systems.
- Gary Lin discussed water risk for semiconductor manufacturing during an event in Taipei.
- CNA reported from Taipei that CPC Corp. and Taiwan Power Co. are state-run entities.
- Taiwan is advancing microreactor deployment through agreements and regulatory advice from the Nuclear Safety Commission.
- Hsieh Lung-chieh is confirmed as a mayoral candidate in Tainan, while Puma Shen is a candidate in the Taipei elections.
- The Kuomintang administration in Taipei is working to improve infrastructure and boost tourism.
- Global Tek held an earnings conference in Taipei and secured major orders from US cloud providers and Japanese component buyers.
- KMT and DPP challengers participate in a mayoral race, while Shih Chung-liang addresses policy concerns at a Taipei hearing.
- Starlux Airlines is operating new nonstop flights from Taipei to Seattle and Los Angeles, partnering with Alaska Airlines for miles redemption.
- Qsquare operates department stores in Taipei since January 1, 2026.
- Supply chain pivots are requiring specialized expertise across Ho Chi Minh City, Vancouver, and Taipei.
- Delta partnered for a SOFC demonstration site and unveiled solutions at Energy Taiwan 2026 in Taipei.
- Taiwanese content is seeking to expand its reach into global markets.
- Lai Ching-te spoke at exhibitions in Taipei.
- Referendum proposals were submitted to the Central Election Commission in Taipei.
- Lai Ching-te delivered a speech in Taipei referencing Ronald Reagan's 'shining city', which was subsequently analyzed by Shen.
- World Gym, Taiwan's largest fitness chain, used PR Newswire for a news release in Taipei.
- Geopolitical risks related to the Taiwan conflict are being priced into global stocks, with Beijing potentially favoring a blockade over invasion.
- Frank Grunert assumed leadership of Siemens Taiwan on October 1, 2026, which was reported by CNA in Taipei.
- Taipei Mayor proposes urban planning vision for Wanhua while China uses surveillance to suppress dissent in Taiwan.
- US officials advise Washington to penalize China for supporting Russia and deepen ties with Taipei.
- Mayor proposes relocating the airport to facilitate the development of the AI park in Taipei.
September 2026
10 events- RSMC launches Asia tour in Taipei, Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen.
- While the CWA issues warnings for Taiwan and monitors a tropical depression near Hainan, Puma Shen launches a mayoral bid in Taipei with Tsai Ing-wen's backing. Separately, Twice has a member from Taiwan.
- City governments in Taipei and New Taipei announced the implementation of free bus services.
- An incident involving a shared caterer used for school lunches at University of Taipei since September 1, 2026.
- Gigabyte was founded in Taipei on September 27, 2026.
- A chef born in Taipei moved to Vancouver.
- WADM was established in Taipei, Taiwan, to facilitate cooperation on disaster risk management between Taipei and Belize.
- The Trump administration is delaying arms packages for Taipei while Xi Jinping pressures Trump regarding Taiwan independence.
- Risk changes are affecting urban development in both Taipei and Hsinchu County.
- Taitung is four hours from Taipei by train.
August 2026
3 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
5 events- US signals that China's attempts to isolate Taiwan will fail, amid expert commentary on Taiwan's security role.
- CNA reported from the city of Taipei on July 14, 2026.
- Michelle Lee speaks for the Executive Yuan while the KMT and DPP maintain their political rivalry in Taipei.
- Lai Ching-te meets with Lin Chia-lung as US delegation visits Taiwan, while Kim introduces related bills in US Congress.
- The Taipei City Government manages urban planning and zoning.
June 2026
11 events- President Lai Ching-te nominated Chen Yung-hsing and Wang Jung-chang for key government positions in Taipei.
- Heavy rain and thunderstorms are affecting the Taipei and Hualien County regions, prompting operational changes based on advisories from the Central Weather Administration.
- Travel trends show the Busan-Jeju route is a top budget destination, while Agoda data highlights low-cost international travel between Tokyo and Taipei.
- Tensions escalate as the US considers Taiwan sovereign Chinese territory, amidst talks in Beijing.
- Nvidia is establishing its administrative center in Taipei while seeking an overseas headquarters in Taiwan.
- China's new law introduces extraterritorial provisions raising legal risk concerns for Taiwan.
- US political figures discuss Taiwan's defense and reunification efforts with Beijing, amid scrutiny of US posture by China.
- Trade ties are growing between Arizona and Taiwan, with Phoenix aiming to be a gateway for Taiwanese investment.
- China claims sovereignty over Taiwan and vows to seize it, while Donald Trump discusses an arms sale proposal with a Chinese leader.
- Nvidia chief discussed US export control impacts on market access in Taipei.
- The US government approved AI chip sales to China, allowing Nvidia and AMD to ship chips.