Taiwan

Country Taiwan
Capital Taipei
Continent Asia
Currency New Taiwan dollar(TWD)
Languages Standard Chinese, Hokkien, Hakka, Formosan languages & Fuzhou dialect

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In 1895, military defeat forced China to cede Taiwan to Japan. Taiwan reverted to Chinese control after World War II. Following the Communist victory on the mainland in 1949, 2 million Nationalists fled to Taiwan and established a government using the 1947 constitution drawn up for all of China. Over the next five decades, the ruling authorities gradually democratized and incorporated the local population within the governing structure. In 2000, Taiwan underwent its first peaceful transfer of power from the Nationalist to the Democratic Progressive Party. Throughout this period, the island prospered and became one of East Asia's economic "Tigers." The dominant political issues continue to be the relationship between Taiwan and China - specifically the question of Taiwan's eventual status - as well as domestic political and economic reform.

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Taiwan - Wikipedia
Taiwan - CIA World Fact Book
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IIT-BHU signs MoU with Taiwan univ for academic, research coop - The Times of IndiaIIT-BHU signs MoU with Taiwan univ for academic, research coop  The Times of India

Taiwan approves $3,320 payout to encourage childbirth - Anadolu AjansiTaiwan approves $3,320 payout to encourage childbirth  Anadolu Ajansi

In A First, Taiwan To Produce US-Designed Missile, Drone Amid China Tensions - NDTVIn A First, Taiwan To Produce US-Designed Missile, Drone Amid China Tensions  NDTV

In first, Taiwan, U.S. firm to make missile, underwater drone - The HinduIn first, Taiwan, U.S. firm to make missile, underwater drone  The Hindu

China threat looms, Taiwan not taking chances: Teams up with US firm to make missiles, undersea drones - FirstpostChina threat looms, Taiwan not taking chances: Teams up with US firm to make missiles, undersea drones  Firstpost

China's defense minister renews threats to take over Taiwan as he opens security forum - The New Indian ExpressChina's defense minister renews threats to take over Taiwan as he opens security forum  The New Indian Express

China’s Defense Minister Warns on Taiwan, Condemns ‘Bullying’ - Bloomberg.comChina’s Defense Minister Warns on Taiwan, Condemns ‘Bullying’  Bloomberg.com

‘Restoration inevitable’: China renews Taiwan annexation threat at Beijing security forum - Firstpost‘Restoration inevitable’: China renews Taiwan annexation threat at Beijing security forum  Firstpost

Taiwan’s Successful Japan Diplomacy - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTaiwan’s Successful Japan Diplomacy  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

China slams U.S. distortion of Taiwan-related WWII documents - news.cgtn.comChina slams U.S. distortion of Taiwan-related WWII documents  news.cgtn.com

Taiwan’s ‘status quo’ balancing act amid rising regional tensions | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTaiwan’s ‘status quo’ balancing act amid rising regional tensions | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Taiwan Central Bank Leaves Key Interest Rates Unchanged - The Wall Street JournalTaiwan Central Bank Leaves Key Interest Rates Unchanged  The Wall Street Journal

Taiwan hopes to get Indian workers, says top official - WIONTaiwan hopes to get Indian workers, says top official  WION

Govt to fast-track BIS approvals for Taiwan steel to boost MSME exports - MintGovt to fast-track BIS approvals for Taiwan steel to boost MSME exports  Mint

Apple may manufacture its foldable iPhones in India, pilot run in Taiwan: Report - The Times of IndiaApple may manufacture its foldable iPhones in India, pilot run in Taiwan: Report  The Times of India

Subsea7 Awarded Contracts in Saudi Arabia, Taiwan - RigzoneSubsea7 Awarded Contracts in Saudi Arabia, Taiwan  Rigzone

Taiwan To Partner With US Firm In First Local Joint Production Of Missiles And Drones Amid China Tensions - SwarajyamagTaiwan To Partner With US Firm In First Local Joint Production Of Missiles And Drones Amid China Tensions  Swarajyamag

Taiwan Expo 2025 in India: Taiwan–India Collaborations to Shape the Future of Growth - HospiBuzTaiwan Expo 2025 in India: Taiwan–India Collaborations to Shape the Future of Growth  HospiBuz

Taiwan records 22,687 Indian visitors in H1 2025; reappoints Blink Brand as representative - Travel Trends TodayTaiwan records 22,687 Indian visitors in H1 2025; reappoints Blink Brand as representative  Travel Trends Today

Farm to fabric: Banana fiber could shape Taiwan’s next textile wave - FashionNetwork - The World's Fashion Business NewsFarm to fabric: Banana fiber could shape Taiwan’s next textile wave  FashionNetwork - The World's Fashion Business News

Unfolding: Apple to make foldable iPhones in India after Taiwan testing — Nikkei report - The Economic TimesUnfolding: Apple to make foldable iPhones in India after Taiwan testing — Nikkei report  The Economic Times

Taiwan detects 7 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near territory - Business StandardTaiwan detects 7 Chinese aircraft, 6 naval vessels near territory  Business Standard

Magnitude 6 offshore earthquake rattles Taiwan’s northeast - Al JazeeraMagnitude 6 offshore earthquake rattles Taiwan’s northeast  Al Jazeera

Philippines, Taiwan, China in for dual tropical storms - AccuWeatherPhilippines, Taiwan, China in for dual tropical storms  AccuWeather

AeroVironment signs defense tech partnership with Taiwan’s NCSIST - Investing.com IndiaAeroVironment signs defense tech partnership with Taiwan’s NCSIST  Investing.com India

Taiwan entrepreneur turns banana plant into sustainable textile innovation - BusinessLineTaiwan entrepreneur turns banana plant into sustainable textile innovation  BusinessLine

Taiwan Tourism extends India commitment amid strong arrival growth - ET TravelWorldTaiwan Tourism extends India commitment amid strong arrival growth  ET TravelWorld

Apple explores test production of foldable iPhones in Taiwan: Report - The HinduApple explores test production of foldable iPhones in Taiwan: Report  The Hindu

Apple explores pilot line in Taiwan for foldable iPhone, eyes mass production in India: Report - UpstoxApple explores pilot line in Taiwan for foldable iPhone, eyes mass production in India: Report  Upstox

Chinese scholar urges Beijing to adopt Germany-style model for Taiwan’s integration - Anadolu AjansiChinese scholar urges Beijing to adopt Germany-style model for Taiwan’s integration  Anadolu Ajansi

Taiwan stocks higher at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted up 1.07% - Investing.comTaiwan stocks higher at close of trade; Taiwan Weighted up 1.07%  Investing.com

IQM and Scientek Corporation Sign Reseller Agreement to Boost Quantum Computing in Taiwan - The Quantum InsiderIQM and Scientek Corporation Sign Reseller Agreement to Boost Quantum Computing in Taiwan  The Quantum Insider

Taiwan Just Unveiled Its Own High-Altitude Anti-Ballistic Missile System - The War ZoneTaiwan Just Unveiled Its Own High-Altitude Anti-Ballistic Missile System  The War Zone

Taiwan central bank raises growth forecast, warns of tariff risks - ReutersTaiwan central bank raises growth forecast, warns of tariff risks  Reuters

Taiwan unveils first missile jointly developed with American arms company - CNNTaiwan unveils first missile jointly developed with American arms company  CNN

Apple explores foldable iPhone pilot in Taiwan ahead of 2026 India launch - BusinessLineApple explores foldable iPhone pilot in Taiwan ahead of 2026 India launch  BusinessLine

Apple explores foldable iPhone production in Taiwan, plans mass manufacturing in India: Report - CNBC TV18Apple explores foldable iPhone production in Taiwan, plans mass manufacturing in India: Report  CNBC TV18

Taiwan Tourism Administration reappoints Blink Brand Solutions as India Representative Office to sustain growth momentum - Travel Trade JournalTaiwan Tourism Administration reappoints Blink Brand Solutions as India Representative Office to sustain growth momentum  Travel Trade Journal

IQM and Scientek Corporation Sign Reseller Agreement to Boost Quantum Computing in Taiwan - HPCwireIQM and Scientek Corporation Sign Reseller Agreement to Boost Quantum Computing in Taiwan  HPCwire

Apple explores test production of foldable iPhones in Taiwan, Nikkei reports - ReutersApple explores test production of foldable iPhones in Taiwan, Nikkei reports  Reuters

Taiwan Semi stock price target raised to $320 from $300 at Huatai - Investing.com IndiaTaiwan Semi stock price target raised to $320 from $300 at Huatai  Investing.com India

Taiwan Spotlights Anduril Drones, Software in New Arms Deals - Bloomberg.comTaiwan Spotlights Anduril Drones, Software in New Arms Deals  Bloomberg.com

TADTE 2025: Taiwan reveals anti-ship role of new Mighty Hornet IV attack UAV - JanesTADTE 2025: Taiwan reveals anti-ship role of new Mighty Hornet IV attack UAV  Janes

Yamaha XR155 Debuts in Taiwan With 155cc Engine, Flat Floorboard and Smart Headlamp Tech - autox.comYamaha XR155 Debuts in Taiwan With 155cc Engine, Flat Floorboard and Smart Headlamp Tech  autox.com

Taiwan Records Significant Growth in Indian Visitor Arrivals, Reappoints Blink Brand Solutions, Here’s All You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldTaiwan Records Significant Growth in Indian Visitor Arrivals, Reappoints Blink Brand Solutions, Here’s All You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

China’s Rival Opens Doors To India: Offers Rare Earth Minerals To Break Beijing’s Monopoly - Zee NewsChina’s Rival Opens Doors To India: Offers Rare Earth Minerals To Break Beijing’s Monopoly  Zee News

TADTE 2025: Taiwan develops new USV as counter-invasion weapon - JanesTADTE 2025: Taiwan develops new USV as counter-invasion weapon  Janes

Taiwan shows off first missile to be jointly manufactured with US arms maker - ReutersTaiwan shows off first missile to be jointly manufactured with US arms maker  Reuters

Taiwan debuts hypersonic missile that could kill China’s ballistic threats at 230,000 feet - Interesting EngineeringTaiwan debuts hypersonic missile that could kill China’s ballistic threats at 230,000 feet  Interesting Engineering

Indian space startups seek Taiwan defense partnerships at TADTE 2025 - Focus TaiwanIndian space startups seek Taiwan defense partnerships at TADTE 2025  Focus Taiwan

Anti-drone firms line up to sell battle-tested tech in Taiwan - Arab NewsAnti-drone firms line up to sell battle-tested tech in Taiwan  Arab News

China won't allow Taiwan independence, as defense chief pledges ‘greater efforts’ for world peace - Anadolu AjansiChina won't allow Taiwan independence, as defense chief pledges ‘greater efforts’ for world peace  Anadolu Ajansi

Taiwan shares close at record high after Fed meeting - Focus TaiwanTaiwan shares close at record high after Fed meeting  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan Semiconductor sinks after Nvidia forges pact with rival Intel - Investing.comTaiwan Semiconductor sinks after Nvidia forges pact with rival Intel  Investing.com

Conventional weapons enough to ‘resolve Taiwan issue’, former PLA general says - South China Morning PostConventional weapons enough to ‘resolve Taiwan issue’, former PLA general says  South China Morning Post

IQM And Scientek Sign Reseller Agreement Boost Quantum Computing In Taiwan - Quantum ZeitgeistIQM And Scientek Sign Reseller Agreement Boost Quantum Computing In Taiwan  Quantum Zeitgeist

Taiwan, Czechia stage economic, technological consultations - Taiwan TodayTaiwan, Czechia stage economic, technological consultations  Taiwan Today

Bananas? Taiwan entrepreneur wants to make clothes out of plant material - ReutersBananas? Taiwan entrepreneur wants to make clothes out of plant material  Reuters

China urges US to uphold one-China principle, stop Taiwan interference - China DailyChina urges US to uphold one-China principle, stop Taiwan interference  China Daily

Taiwan, Malaysia, South Korea, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand Join the Spotlight in Agoda’s World Tourism Day Campaign, Unlocking New Travel Opportunities in Asia’s Hidden Gems - Travel And Tour WorldTaiwan, Malaysia, South Korea, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand Join the Spotlight in Agoda’s World Tourism Day Campaign, Unlocking New Travel Opportunities in Asia’s Hidden Gems  Travel And Tour World

In first, Taiwan, US firm to make missile, underwater drone - myRepublicaIn first, Taiwan, US firm to make missile, underwater drone  myRepublica

Apple Eyes Foldable iPhone Pilot Production Line in Taiwan - MacRumorsApple Eyes Foldable iPhone Pilot Production Line in Taiwan  MacRumors

Taiwan wants India’s rare earths, offers semiconductor know-how in return - MoneycontrolTaiwan wants India’s rare earths, offers semiconductor know-how in return  Moneycontrol

China’s New Giant Underwater Drone Increases Naval Mine Threat Around Taiwan - navalnews.comChina’s New Giant Underwater Drone Increases Naval Mine Threat Around Taiwan  navalnews.com

Press Release: Washington and Taiwan airports promote connectivity - Runway GirlPress Release: Washington and Taiwan airports promote connectivity  Runway Girl

Apple explores test production line for foldable iPhone in Taiwan - MacDailyNewsApple explores test production line for foldable iPhone in Taiwan  MacDailyNews

Taiwan central bank raises 2025 GDP growth forecast to 4.55% - Focus TaiwanTaiwan central bank raises 2025 GDP growth forecast to 4.55%  Focus Taiwan

DEFENSE Taiwanese firm adopts drone inspired by Russia-Ukraine war experience - Focus TaiwanDEFENSE Taiwanese firm adopts drone inspired by Russia-Ukraine war experience  Focus Taiwan

Wheat Futures Edge Higher After Taiwan Makes US Purchase Pledge - Bloomberg.comWheat Futures Edge Higher After Taiwan Makes US Purchase Pledge  Bloomberg.com

Taiwan FM makes rare Italy visit, opens renovated Rome office - Focus TaiwanTaiwan FM makes rare Italy visit, opens renovated Rome office  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan Confronts WWII - ChinaTalkTaiwan Confronts WWII  ChinaTalk

TSMC says its investment plans in Taiwan unchanged - Taipei TimesTSMC says its investment plans in Taiwan unchanged  Taipei Times

iSee Taiwan Foundation Debuts Taiwan's Gastronomy Culture in Singapore as a Platform to Bring It to the World - PR NewswireiSee Taiwan Foundation Debuts Taiwan's Gastronomy Culture in Singapore as a Platform to Bring It to the World  PR Newswire

Taiwan Debuts First Missile Built With US Arms Partner - The Defense PostTaiwan Debuts First Missile Built With US Arms Partner  The Defense Post

Nomura launches new cross-border ETF listings in Taiwan and Japan - Taipei TimesNomura launches new cross-border ETF listings in Taiwan and Japan  Taipei Times

Farm to fabric: Banana fiber could shape Taiwan’s next textile wave - FashionNetwork CanadaFarm to fabric: Banana fiber could shape Taiwan’s next textile wave  FashionNetwork Canada

Long-Term Commitment to Long-Haul Excellence: Taiwan-based C - ASDNewsLong-Term Commitment to Long-Haul Excellence: Taiwan-based C  ASDNews

HIMARS, Abrams tanks: Taiwan displays destructive US weapons amid rising China threat - Interesting EngineeringHIMARS, Abrams tanks: Taiwan displays destructive US weapons amid rising China threat  Interesting Engineering

'Want to know how the global tech industry is doing? Follow Taiwan's GDP' - Le Monde.fr'Want to know how the global tech industry is doing? Follow Taiwan's GDP'  Le Monde.fr

US-Taiwan Collab Turns Target Drone Into Mach-0.8 Attack UAV - The Defense PostUS-Taiwan Collab Turns Target Drone Into Mach-0.8 Attack UAV  The Defense Post

Taiwan braces for more rainy days - Taipei TimesTaiwan braces for more rainy days  Taipei Times

PHOTO ESSAY Weapons hot: Taipei defense expo showcases Taiwan's latest weaponry, drones - Focus TaiwanPHOTO ESSAY Weapons hot: Taipei defense expo showcases Taiwan's latest weaponry, drones  Focus Taiwan

Agriculture trade mission signs deal to buy US produce - Taipei TimesAgriculture trade mission signs deal to buy US produce  Taipei Times

DEFENSE Taiwan's newest Sky Bow missile system enters mass production: NCSIST - Focus TaiwanDEFENSE Taiwan's newest Sky Bow missile system enters mass production: NCSIST  Focus Taiwan

Central bank leaves interest rates unchanged for 6th straight quarter - Focus TaiwanCentral bank leaves interest rates unchanged for 6th straight quarter  Focus Taiwan

DEFENSE Taiwan showcases its indigenous, co-produced drones at Taipei expo - Focus TaiwanDEFENSE Taiwan showcases its indigenous, co-produced drones at Taipei expo  Focus Taiwan

Foldable iPhone Gets Closer: Trial Production Planned In Taiwan Ahead Of 2026 Launch - bgr.comFoldable iPhone Gets Closer: Trial Production Planned In Taiwan Ahead Of 2026 Launch  bgr.com

Integrity Alliance Bets Bigger on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM) Amid Strong Reinvestment - Yahoo FinanceIntegrity Alliance Bets Bigger on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM) Amid Strong Reinvestment  Yahoo Finance

The Greatest Danger in the Taiwan Strait - Foreign AffairsThe Greatest Danger in the Taiwan Strait  Foreign Affairs

Taiwan Presents New Kamikaze Jet Drone Mighty Hornet IV - ??????????Taiwan Presents New Kamikaze Jet Drone Mighty Hornet IV  ??????????

Estimating the Cost of Appeasing China: Taiwan’s Exclusion from the RCEP - Global Taiwan InstituteEstimating the Cost of Appeasing China: Taiwan’s Exclusion from the RCEP  Global Taiwan Institute

Apple Plans to Shift Foldable iPhone Production to Taiwan and India Amid Geopolitical Tensions - AppleosophyApple Plans to Shift Foldable iPhone Production to Taiwan and India Amid Geopolitical Tensions  Appleosophy

Apple's Foldable iPhone Coming Soon? Tim Cook's Company Reportedly Testing Production In Taiwan - BenzingaApple's Foldable iPhone Coming Soon? Tim Cook's Company Reportedly Testing Production In Taiwan  Benzinga

Taiwan detects 7 Chinese aircraft, 6 vessels near its territory - Tribune IndiaTaiwan detects 7 Chinese aircraft, 6 vessels near its territory  Tribune India

U.S., U.K. Warships Transit Taiwan Strait, Pentagon Confirms - USNI NewsU.S., U.K. Warships Transit Taiwan Strait, Pentagon Confirms  USNI News

Cabinet approves laws to more robustly protect undersea cables, pipes - Focus TaiwanCabinet approves laws to more robustly protect undersea cables, pipes  Focus Taiwan

Taiwan millers commit to US wheat purchases - World-Grain.comTaiwan millers commit to US wheat purchases  World-Grain.com

Historical and legal facts that Taiwan is part of China are beyond doubt. The PLA is always ready to defeat any external interference by force: China's Minister of National Defense Dong Jun - Global TimesHistorical and legal facts that Taiwan is part of China are beyond doubt. The PLA is always ready to defeat any external interference by force: China's Minister of National Defense Dong Jun  Global Times

Foreign minister Lin visits Italy - Taipei TimesForeign minister Lin visits Italy  Taipei Times

Better Ahead Than Red: US-Taiwan Cooperation for Non-PRC Tech Supply Chains - Global Taiwan InstituteBetter Ahead Than Red: US-Taiwan Cooperation for Non-PRC Tech Supply Chains  Global Taiwan Institute

Sharpening the Porcupine’s Quills: Politically Viable Strategies to Increase Taiwan’s Defense Spending - Global Taiwan InstituteSharpening the Porcupine’s Quills: Politically Viable Strategies to Increase Taiwan’s Defense Spending  Global Taiwan Institute

‘Taiwan Travelogue’ to Be Featured at Brooklyn Book Festival - Yahoo Finance‘Taiwan Travelogue’ to Be Featured at Brooklyn Book Festival  Yahoo Finance

China’s defense minister renews threats to take over Taiwan as he opens security forum - AP NewsChina’s defense minister renews threats to take over Taiwan as he opens security forum  AP News