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Cover Story

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Taiwan has made significant strides in e-waste recycling, achieving an impressive recycling rate of approximately 85.9% for discarded electronics, potentially the highest in the world. As the country braces for a surge in battery waste due to the rise of electric vehicles, experts emphasize the need to enhance local recycling capabilities and reduce reliance on imported processing, highlighting both environmental and strategic benefits of recycling lithium from end-of-life batteries.

Sponsored Content

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As Taiwan pushes toward a greener future, innovative financial solutions play a crucial role in renewable energy projects. Maiora Renewable Energy, a leader in solar power, emphasizes the importance of long-term feed-in tariffs and stable regulatory frameworks in attracting international investment, while addressing the complexities of local approval processes and grid challenges.

Industry Focus

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In a significant move to strengthen its global presence, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) has commenced construction of its first European semiconductor plant in Dresden, Germany. The facility, part of a joint venture with major European companies, will involve a €10 billion investment and is expected to significantly boost Europe’s semiconductor production capacity by 2027. This expansion is part of a broader trend, with other Taiwanese firms also increasing their investments in Europe amid growing demand for local semiconductor production.

Interview

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Bechtel’s Regional President for East Asia and Pacific, a Jamaican native with a BA in Political Science and Chinese and an MBA from the University of Hawaii, discussed her journey from a trade specialist in the U.S. Department of Commerce to leading Bechtel’s regional operations. She highlights her past experiences at Caterpillar, where she advocated for trade issues and engaged with governments, as crucial preparation for her current role. In a recent interview, she shared insights on leadership, the importance of mentorship, and her advice for aspiring professionals.

Taiwan Briefs

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By Julia Bergström and Alex Myslinski President Lai Meets Japan Representative          President Lai Ching-te met with Mitsuo Ohashi, chairperson of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, Japan’s representative office in Taiwan, on August 27. The purpose of the meeting was to further solidify the strong partnership and bilateral friendship between Taiwan and Japan. Since Ohashi assumed his…