Facing rising power demand and energy security risks, Taiwan is cautiously reconsidering nuclear energy, exploring next-gen technologies like SMRs and LMRs, while balancing political sensitivities, business needs, and long-term green goals.
Once stalled by regulatory ambiguity, Taiwan’s geothermal sector is finally gaining traction with new permitting rules and growing public-private partnerships. But to scale this overlooked energy source, the country must overcome drilling challenges, data gaps, and fragmented policymaking.
Regulatory uncertainty continues to cloud Taiwan’s offshore wind ambitions, even as the government pledges to ease local content rules. While the sector has made impressive gains, investors remain cautious amid lingering red tape, infrastructure bottlenecks, and a shift to a high-risk, market-driven model.
As Taiwan’s crypto market grows, regulators are moving away from a light-touch approach to prevent fraud and protect investors. New legislation aims to tighten oversight of digital asset firms and bring stability to the evolving sector.
Taiwan is positioning itself as a regional asset management hub with the launch of the Financial Supervisory Commission’s (FSC) Asia Asset Management Center initiative. With a booming ETF market, regulatory easing, and plans for localized asset management zones, the initiative aims to attract investment, retain capital, and enhance Taiwan’s financial competitiveness amid regional shifts.
Taiwan’s push to become a regional asset management hub has seen modest progress, with growth largely limited to domestic banks. While the Lai administration is accelerating deregulation and promoting Kaohsiung as a financial hub, experts say further reforms are needed to attract foreign capital and compete globally.
Taiwan will launch a carbon fee program for large emitters in 2026, aiming to balance environmental goals with industrial competitiveness while progressing toward its 2050 net-zero target.
For the first time in over two decades, Taiwanese investments in the United States surpassed those in China, signaling a significant realignment of Taiwan’s economic priorities amid shifting global trade dynamics. Driven by major players like TSMC and bolstered by U.S. incentives, this trend reflects deeper U.S.-Taiwan ties and a strategic move to diversify operations and mitigate risks.
Taiwan’s economy has thrived this year, fueled by strong demand for high-tech exports and vibrant domestic consumption and investment. However, uncertainties such as U.S. trade policies, a slowing Chinese economy, and geopolitical tensions pose challenges for 2025. While economic growth is expected to moderate, Taiwan’s resilience in innovation and global markets continues to drive optimism.
The Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, a former tobacco factory near Taipei 101, is now a vibrant hub for Taiwan’s creative industries and cultural tourism. Hosting exhibitions, pop-ups, and events, it balances historical preservation with local innovation, drawing millions of visitors annually. While its success highlights Taiwan’s creative potential, the park faces challenges like overtourism and rising demand for space, requiring sustainable strategies for growth.
