Unlikely Allies: A Case for Cooperation Between Taiwan and Iraqi Kurdistan
Where it counts, Taipei and autonomous Iraqi Kurdistan share more similarities than differences.
OPINION: Trump's Iran Sanctions Open Door to China in Middle East
The threat of US sanctions on Iran leaves a void that Chinese firms will be only to eager to fill.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Board of Science and Technology Promote Innovation Sandbox Together to Demonstrate Government Support for Innovation and Entrepreneurship; MOEA Hosts “2018 Innovat
Directed by the Office of Science & Technology, Executive Yuan and hosted by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the 2018 Innovation Sandbox Exchange Forum was hosted at NEO Studio, Taipei on October 3rd. Audrey Tang, Minister without Portfolio of the Executive Yuan, Zse-hong Tsai, Executive Secretary of the Office of Science & Technology, and Wellington L. Koo, Chairman of the Financial Supervisory Commission were all invited to attend. The Forum hopes to make innovation sandbox an important mechanism amid a comprehensive innovation entrepreneurship environment, as well as a driving force for innovation development in Taiwan.
ANALYSIS: China's Thirst for Oil a Strategic Advantage in the Middle East
The Middle East needs China to buy its oil, but the PRC is starting to realize and wield its economic power.
China is Getting More Interested in the Middle East
The visits combined with other diplomatic activities reflect the fact that China’s engagement with the Middle East has been growing steadily in recent years.
Taiwan's Government Encourages Innovation through Creative Events, Regulatory Sandbox.
Taiwan’s government encourages enterprises to think out of the box and break through the restrictions on innovation. At the same time, the Small and Medium Enterprise Administration promoted their innovative regulatory sandbox through creative ways at the natural gourmet banquet.
Middle Eastern Migrants Live the Chinese Dream
Although China doesn’t have laws recognizing refugees, savvy businesspeople from Yemen, Syria, Iraq and Libya have found a new home in Yiwu.
China’s One-Way Trade Street
Rather than a regional trade agreement, China’s Belt and Road strategy is an extension of Beijing’s economic policy in foreign lands, Tristan Kenderdine writes.
Carrefour Brings Back the Good Old Days
Changing an industry is a step-by-step process. First we identify our customers’ problems and then improve on them. We keep improving our service because we really care about our customers’ needs. What we want is to bring back that ‘good old day’ feeling when you shop with your family in our stores.
Trump Stabilized East Asia by Striking Syria
If cruise missiles may bring chaos in the Middle East, they are delivering peace in East Asia. The Trump administration’s decision to strike the Syrian regime is helping reassure Asian allies anxious over North Korea.
Saudi Arabia the Next Stop on China’s Maritime Silk Road
China and Saudi Arabia's increasingly close relations signals a consequential shift in the Middle East - Asia security architecture.
Think You Know Chiayi? Check Out These Fun Facts!
How much do you know about Chiayi? Let's get to know Chiayi with the city's historical and geographic background along with some fun facts!
Is North Korea’s Nuclear Tech for Sale?
As North Korea's cash flows dry up, selling nuclear technology to the highest bidder - be it Syria, Lybia or even ISIS - may become a tantalizing option for the Kim regime.
'Tackling ISIS More Difficult than Tackling Communists'
Efforts in Europe and Asia have yet to determine the root cause of terrorism, according to a top Malaysian politician.
Tired of all the Secret Spots in Taiwan? Come Broaden Your Horizons!
Since the trial operation of the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum began, the daily free admission of 1,000 visitors has increased to 1,750 visitors. The number was even bumped up to 5,000 visitors during spring break...
Heading for All-Out War in Yemen
Reinvigorated diplomacy that will culminate in a power-sharing agreement is needed to halt Yemen's slide to civil war and avert a humanitarian catastrophe.
Indonesia’s Migrant Maid Moratorium Creates New Avenues for Mid-East Trafficking
A moratorium on Indonesian women traveling to work in the Middle East is creating new avenues for exploitation.
A Look into the Changhua Undiscovered
Did you know that Changhua is actually one of the first cities to have been developed in Taiwan?
Xi Jinping Visits the Middle East Focusing on Economic and Strategic Partnerships
Scholars say Xi’s goal of this trip has always been trade advantages. China is not the intermediary between Iran and Saudi Arabia. It is only looking to reinforce its interests in the Middle East. Both Saudi Arabia and Iran do not expect China to declare its stand regarding their conflict.
Tension Rises in the Middle East as Saudi Arabia Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Iran
Saudi Arabia and Iran have long been involved in the proxy wars in Syria and Yemen. With the growing power of the Islamic State, the two counties’ hostility may build a more complicated situation in the region.
Travel Taichung Differently! 10 Creative Attractions Linking Space and Humanity
Located in central Taiwan, Taichung is the perfect city for a mini-trip due to its convenient location and pleasant weather.
2015 Freedom on the Net Report Shows China Offers Internet Users Least Freedom
Freedom House has been rating the degree of Internet freedom from 2011. Iran has placed last in the last four reports, but this year China has surpassed Iran and is now the country that offers least freedom on the Net.