Are Jabs the Answer to Soaring Obesity Rates?
Taiwan’s growing obesity challenge is fueling interest in weight-loss medication, along with fresh questions about access, safety, and long-term care.
Industry Focus
Taiwan’s Drone Industry Take Off — but Can It Scale?
Taiwan’s drone industry is rapidly scaling as it positions itself as a trusted, non-Chinese supplier for global markets, driven by surging exports and geopolitical demand. Yet gaps in military strategy, domestic scale, and supply chain independence continue to test whether this momentum can translate into long-term capability.
The New Context of U.S.-Taiwan Security Cooperation
U.S.-Taiwan security cooperation is expanding beyond arms sales into integrated systems and supply chains to strengthen deterrence, even as shifting U.S. signals and Taiwan’s domestic constraints add uncertainty to its path forward.
Moving the Finish Line: Taiwan’s $40 Billion Defense Test
Taiwan’s proposed US$40 billion defense budget reflects a shift away from a single invasion scenario toward broader resilience and sustained readiness. The challenge now is less about spending alone, and more about aligning strategy, systems, and political consensus to make that preparedness viable.
On the Ball: Where Now for Soccer in Taiwan?
A legacy of grassroots passion meets structural gridlock. Taiwan’s soccer story reveals how dedicated coaches and youth systems continue to produce talent, even as governance issues, limited infrastructure, and underinvestment hold the sport back on the global stage.
At the Nexus of Fun and Function
Electric foils are reshaping ocean sports, allowing riders to glide above swells with minimal drag. Taiwan’s IHR Factory is leading the shift with lighter, belt-powered designs that turn a once niche concept into a growing global market.
From Podium to Policy: Taiwan’s New Sports Ministry Takes Shape
Taiwan’s new cabinet-level Ministry of Sports marks a shift in how the government views athletics, linking participation, diplomacy, and industry development. The challenge now lies in turning Olympic success and public enthusiasm into lasting policy influence.
Sports Technology Innovation: Taiwan’s Promising Projects
Taiwan is expanding its role in the global sports economy by pairing its manufacturing strengths with AI, sensors, and data-driven training technologies. Government-backed initiatives aim to build a sports-tech ecosystem capable of competing in international markets.
Where Business Meets the Finish Line
In Taiwan, endurance sports are becoming a platform where companies explore leadership, resilience, and social responsibility. Marathons and triathlons now serve not only as athletic events but also as arenas for corporate culture, community engagement, and long-term brand values.
Traditional Industries Brace for U.S. Tariffs
Facing looming U.S. tariffs, Taiwan has rolled out a NT$93 billion support package to help traditional industries absorb the shock and speed up technological and market upgrades. The pressure is also prompting manufacturers to rethink production strategies and competitiveness.