2020/04/17 |
Trump Announces Plan to Reopen US Economy
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a three-step plan titled "Opening Up America Again" to reopen businesses.
2020/04/16 |
Taiwanese Vaccine Manufacturer in Coronavirus Testing Phase
Taiwan's Adimmune Corporation is beginning animal tests for a Covid-19 vaccine.
2020/04/15 |
How Covid-19 Reaffirmed the Dominance of the Dollar
Asset prices in the U.S. have not quite tracked economic activity during Covid-19. One factor is the movement towards the dollar.
2020/04/15 |
Africans in China Complain of Coronavirus-Linked Discrimination
Reports of evictions in Guangzhou and quarantines targeting Africans has caused diplomatic tensions.
2020/04/14 |
OPINION: Taiwan’s Covid-19 Success Should Inspire Alternatives to the WHO
Instead of the WHO, the WMA ought to be considered as a channel for international exchange for Taiwan.
2020/04/14 |
Covid-19 Cases Near Zero in Taiwan, But Restrictions Remain
Although Taiwan's Covid-19 case count grows by only a few cases per day, emergency government policies will remain in place until the crisis overseas abates.
2020/04/13 |
OPINION: Recent Death Penalty Execution Undermines Taiwan's International Reputation
A recent execution threatens Taiwan's international goodwill efforts during Covid-19.
2020/04/10 |
Taiwanese Research Team Identifies Covid-19 Protease Inhibitor
Researchers at Academia Sinica announced that they had identified inhibitors of COVID-19 in vitro, laying groundwork for animal and human testing.
2020/04/10 |
Empty Gestures, Full Hospitals: India Under Covid-19 Lockdown
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invoked religious symbolism to distract from the health and economic catastrophe that awaits in India.
2020/04/09 |
Mass Arrests in the Philippines as Lockdown Tightens
The mass arrest of 21 protestors on April 1 in Quezon City is the latest flashpoint in the government's draconian lockdown.
2020/04/09 |
Coronavirus Turns Vietnam from Recipient to Donor
Vietnam donates medical supplies to richer nations despite smaller economy.
2020/04/09 |
Taiwan Challenges WHO Leader's Accusations, Renews Medical Aid Commitment
Taiwan's MOFA has responded to accusations of racism from WHO head Dr. Tedro by condemning the groundless attacks and announcing new medical aid efforts.
2020/04/08 |
Coronavirus: How Effective Is Singapore’s Anti-Fake News Law?
The so-called anti-fake news law in Singapore — POFMA — doesn't stop all misinformation, while leaving in place a powerful mechanism that can be abused when the crisis is over.
2020/04/07 |
OPINION: A Plea for Decency When Writing About Covid-19
A recent editorial in the Taipei Times argues against face masks. With all due respect, we beg to differ.
2020/04/07 |
Agave Can Be Used For Biofuel and Hand-Sanitizers, Researchers Say
Researchers from the University of Sydney argue that agave is a potential a sustainable source of biofuel and hand-sanitizers.
2020/04/07 |
Coronavirus: Trump Warns India of Retaliation Over 'Game-Changer' Drug
The U.S. president has touted hydroxychloroquine as a "gift from God" in its potential to cure COVID-19. But India, the world’s main supplier of generic drugs, has banned its export.
2020/04/06 |
Taiwan’s Vaunted Covid-19 Response Faces Test As Students Return Home
Thousands of students are returning to Taiwan to flee the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, challenging Taiwan's response system.
2020/04/06 |
CECC Advises Self-Health Management for Holiday Travelers and Expands Face Mask Rules
Taiwan's Central Epidemic Command Center expanded the face mask requirement for all public transit and taxis. Domestic travelers who had gone on vacation over the holiday weekend are advised to work from home for 14 days.
