Taiwan’s crackdown on e-cigarettes has sparked debate over online freedom, as broad enforcement of the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act raises questions about how democracies can balance public health with digital rights.
Despite Taiwan’s landmark legalization of same-sex marriage in 2019, cross-border couples continue to face unequal treatment under the law. Through the efforts of lawyer Victoria Hsu and families like Jupiter’s, advocates are fighting to close the remaining legal gaps and ensure true equality for all.
Taiwan’s draft Virtual Asset Services Act introduces its first comprehensive framework for digital assets, aiming to boost oversight, protect investors, and align with global standards.
For centuries, chop stamps have played a crucial role in document authentication across Taiwan and Asia, remaining widely used in business transactions despite the rise of electronic signatures. While modern standardization has streamlined their production, careful handling and security measures remain essential to prevent misuse, as improper use can lead to serious legal consequences.
The government is pushing to streamline data protection enforcement, align with international standards, and provide a unified point of contact for global businesses. BY MICHAEL FAHEY AND BRIAN HSIEH Responding to increased public concern surrounding data privacy, Taiwan hopes to have a new independent data protection authority in operation by August 2025. The formation of…
For effective safeguarding of confidential information, companies should proactively promote a protective culture built on clear communication and sound procedures. When it comes to your company’s sensitive private information, an important first step is ensuring that employees and management cultivate a protective culture. Too often, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) or confidentiality terms are tucked away into…
Following the Covid-era’s economic concerns and travel restrictions, many multinational companies are taking a closer look at their overseas operations. In some cases, that may include a deep dive into the conduct of executives based in Taiwan. Below are some things to keep in mind when these types of investigations are initiated. Importance of efficiency:…
Understanding common misconceptions about overtime pay, fixed-term contracts, and termination is essential to any business in Taiwan. Here’s your essential guide to mastering this challenging terrain. American companies operating in Taiwan often look to find a way to reconcile their headquarters’ global standards and expectations with domestic legal needs. For most multinationals, there’s some comfort…
BY HUNG-WEI CHEN A new court trying commercial cases, intended to streamline the litigation process and improve the accuracy of rulings, has so far borne little fruit. Judicial reform was one of Tsai Ing-wen’s campaign promises when she first ran for President seven years ago. After her election, when the idea of establishing a specialized…
BY MAX HAHN The legislation is the latest in efforts by the U.S. Congress to demonstrate increased support for Taiwan. On December 29 last year, U.S. President Joe Biden signed into law the Taiwan Enhanced Resilience Act (TERA) as part of the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). TERA had received broad bipartisan support in…
