BY DAVID CHIH AND KATELYN SHELBY A selection of these news stories are also covered in AmCham Taiwan’s Executive Sweet podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and online, here. Exports Continue Downward Trend The International Monetary Fund has revised its forecast of Taiwan’s economic growth rate this year to 0.8%, down from the previous 2.1%. The Directorate General of…
In an effort to remove one of the leading causes of lung cancer, the Taiwan government has through various campaigns and new regulations reduced the adult male smoking rate from around 55% in 1996 to 23% in 2020. For adult women, the smoking rate has been kept at a low 3-5%. But despite these efforts,…
Door handle component technology may not get as much press attention as the latest engine innovations or concept cars, but they are often the first interactions we have with our vehicles. Hushan Autoparts, the company behind many of the car handles and other components on the market, is leveling up its processes through digital transformation…
The future was present at the 2023 American Ball, which after a three-year hiatus returned under the theme of AI and technological progress. More than 300 members and their guests celebrated a new, more intelligent future at the ChatBALL at Grand Hyatt Taipei on October 14, co-organized by AmCham Taiwan and the American Institute in…
BY DAVID CHIH AND KATELYN SHELBY A selection of these news stories are also covered in AmCham Taiwan’s Executive Sweet podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and online, here. U.S. Lawmakers Introduce Taiwan Bills On October 19, four American congressmen – two Senators and two members of the House of Representatives – formally introduced legislation to address the issue…
Best known for its world-leading line of visual displays and computer monitors, ViewSonic has been busy meeting customer needs by transforming into a total solutions provider, covering hardware, software, and services. While its strengths have been focused on the education sector, the company is now turning to other markets in the corporate and creative worlds. …
For over three decades, Dell Technologies Taiwan has grown exponentially, expanding its team from a modest 40 members to a formidable force of approximately 2,200 skilled professionals. At the center of Dell Technologies Taiwan operation is the Taiwan Design Center (TDC), which has undergone a remarkably transformational journey of 20 years to become a business-critical…
Taiwan has resumed warmly welcoming overseas visitors, and Taiwanese are once again enjoying overseas vacations. The country’s airports and hotels are bustling. Attractions like Ximending and Taipei 101 are reporting a steady flow of foreign tourists. Another sign that the travel and hospitality industries have finally put the pandemic behind them is the anticipation surrounding…
BY DAVID CHIH AND KATELYN SHELBY A selection of these news stories are also covered in AmCham Taiwan’s Executive Sweet podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and online, here. Taiwan’s Economic Slowdown Continues Taiwan’s housing market is currently experiencing a downturn, with only 164,500 housing units sold or exchanged this year, according to the Ministry of the Interior. The…
BY DAVID CHIH AND KATELYN SHELBY A selection of these news stories are also covered in AmCham Taiwan’s Executive Sweet podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and online, here. Senate Committee Passes Taiwan Tax Bill The U.S. Senate Finance Committee unanimously passed the United States-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act on September 12. If passed by the Senate, the bill…
