Taiwan becomes largest buyer of Russian naphtha

Taiwan has become the world’s biggest importer of Russian naphtha, a petroleum derivative used to make chemicals needed for the semiconductor industry, despite the fact that it has joined other sanctions against Russia and considers itself an ally...

Myanmar and Taiwan activists awarded Sweden’s Right Livelihood Prize

Civic technologist and former Taiwan digital minister, Audrey Tang, has been presented the 2025 Right Livelihood award. Photo: Right Livelihood. The 2025 Right Livelihood Award has been presented to activists from Myanmar and Taiwan as well as...

Taiwan companies line-up new high-tech products for India

New high-tech products in ICT, smart healthcare and lifestyle, industrial solutions, advanced gadgets and future mobility sectors will be launched | Photo Credit: REUTERS Eight Taiwanese companies have come together to launch new high-tech...

From the Andes to the Amazon: Investigating China's climate impact in Latin America

Through innovative co-writing partnerships that bridge linguistic and political divides, our fellows explore the complex realities of how China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure projects, energy investments, and development policies...

[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 bought $1.3 billion worth of Russian oil products this year, report says

Hong Kong (CNN) — Taiwan imported $1.3 billion worth of the petroleum product naphtha from Russia in the first half of this year, more than anywhere else in the world, according to a new report. The purchases come despite Taiwan’s opposition to...

Taiwan, India at climate crossroads

Taipei’s fourth SDG Asia Expo, held from Sept. 11 to 13 under the theme “Charge Towards Change,” was more than just a showcase of green technology. With more than 100 exhibitors at the Taipei World Trade Center, the event was a testing ground for...

FPE SEMINAR SERIES - Prof. Jenq-Renn Chen National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

Fire Protection Engineering Department FPE SEMINAR SERIES Friday, October 3, 2025 11:00 am – Noon 50 Prescott Street, Gateway II, Room 1226 https://wpi.zoom.us/j/320855113 Analysis of Leak and Explosion from an Underground Pipeline in Kaohsiung,...

Warmer Climate Made Super Typhoon Ragasa 36% More Destructive in Southern China, Study Finds

As climate change intensifies, southern China can expect stronger and wetter typhoons in the future, researchers at Imperial College London said. — Even small shifts in the intensity of a weather event can lead to massive increases in economic...

Taiwan sends travel agents to Eswatini to boost local tourism, promote exchanges

Taipei, Oct. 2 (CNA)A group of Taiwanese travel agents has concluded an eight-day government-organized mission to the Kingdom of Eswatini aimed at exploring the ally's tourism resources and potential for bilateral cooperation, Taiwan's Ministry of...

Tuvalu to negotiate new treaty with Taiwan, calls for global recognition: PM Teo

Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo has reaffirmed the country’s unwavering ties with Taiwan, saying both nations are committed to elevating their partnership while calling for Taiwan’s inclusion in the United Nations and other international bodies....

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...

Where Will Taiwan Get Energy After Its Failed Nuclear Referendum?

Taiwan failed to pass an August referendum on whether or not a nuclear plant should be restarted, if it were deemed safe to operate. While the more than 4 million votes for “yes” outnumbered the more than 1.5 million “no” votes, the number of...

In Case of Crisis: Taiwan’s National Public Safety Guide

DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE HERE. “This is the Taiwan we love. Without the endeavors of generations of Taiwanese, we would not have the freedom and democracy we enjoy today, nor could we be in charge of our own country. But our challenges never cease—from...

Taiwan develops gene-edited plants that capture more CO₂, grow faster

Taipei, Oct. 1 (CNA) Taiwanese scientists have engineered plants that can capture around 50 percent more carbon dioxide (CO₂) and produce more than twice as many seeds as unmodified plants, a breakthrough they hope could one day help mitigate...

Taiwanese designer pushes circular economy into everyday life

Taipei, Oct. 1 (CNA) Driven by a belief in "solving social problems through design," Ocean Ou (歐世勛) aims to turn the circular economy from a concept into everyday practice by creating products that last, can be repaired, and eventually recycled....

Taiwan Is Now Biggest Buyer Of Russian Crude Oil Product Despite Backing Ukraine

Last Updated:October 01, 2025, 16:38 IST Taiwan imports record Russian naphtha for semiconductors despite supporting Ukraine and sanctions against Moscow. Russian President Vladimir Putin. (AP photo)Taiwan has emerged as the world’s largest...

Far Eastern New Century Pioneers Footwear Sustainability with World’s First Commercialized Midsoles from Waste PET Bottles

TAIPEI, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Far Eastern New Century Corporation (FENC) is a global leader in eco-friendly polyester materials, dedicated to the innovation and development of sustainable materials. In 2025, FENC achieved a breakthrough in...

Taiwan needs your support to participate in ICAO

A call to support Taiwan’s participation in ICAO The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) convenes its Assembly once every three years. During the event, multilateral meetings and discussions are held to draw up global civil aviation...

The aftermath of the Matai’an landslide and dam breach in Taiwan

Good digital data is now being published that presents the scale of landscape change that occurred as a result of the Matai’an landslide hazard cascade. There is also interesting information about the root causes of the vulnerability of the town...