* Eighteen years of vegetarianism leads to revenue stream Nov 15, 2009
Volumes with sales of 10,000 copies in bookstores are generally considered best sellers in Taiwan. The books success reflects the rapidly growing number of vegetarians in the country and the increasing demand for information on vegetarian restaurants because volumes with sales of 10,000 copies in bookstores are considered best sellers in Taiwan ... The Almanac of Food Consumption Survey in Taiwan last year showed that vegetarians X using the broadest definition that includes individuals who... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hot money may threaten emerging market stability: IMF Nov 14, 2009
Earlier this week, Taiwan imposed capital controls by banning foreign funds from investing in time deposits in a move that appeared to be aimed at deterring bets on currency appreciation. Brazil last month announced a 2 percent tax on foreign investment in stocks and fixed-income securities to limit the strengthening of the real. (India Times)
* Chunghwa Telecom, Vodafone join hands Nov 13, 2009
There are a lot of good suppliers in Taiwan and perhaps we can introduce them to our partners, Lu said in response to a Taipei Times question on whether HTC Corp (Fq) would be on the short list because it is the worlds biggest maker of cellular phones running on Microsoft Corps system ... With the improving economy in Taiwan, Chunghwa Telecom said it planned to increase by about 11 percent its purchase of handsets from 1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
China cautions Obama over meeting Dalai Lama... Nov 13, 2009
China cautions Obama over meeting Dalai Lama. China cautions Obama over meeting Dalai Lama. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
China's End Run Around the U.S. Nov 13, 2009
A landmark free-trade agreement between China and Taiwan is under discussion, while a financial-services pact with the island could be announced soon ... But important free-trade deals with Taiwan and Korea have been held up. (BusinessWeek)
Taiwan's New Tech Dreams Nov 13, 2009
As the PC business declines, Taiwan's top tech players are shifting out of low-margin businesses and into smartphones, solar-power chips, and beyond ... At the depth of the global economic crisis, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. () was in trouble ... Executives across Taiwan's tech industry are making similar strategic shifts. (BusinessWeek)
Thai Spicy Fish McDippers, and other examples of fast-food you cant get in the United States Nov 11, 2009
There are many branches around Taiwan. Here's a Flickr pic. (Harper's Magazine)
* Chinese tour group wins big on visit to Yehliu Geopark Nov 11, 2009
Qu Haixia (}), the tour group leader from Zhejiang-based Zhongshan Travel Agency, said she has visited Taiwan as a tour leader 12 times, and went to the park each time. Qu said she had not been aware of the 1-million-visitor activity and thought her group was very lucky to win the prize. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
AirAsia offering one million free seats Nov 11, 2009
PETALING JAYA: Low-cost carrier AirAsia is giving away a million free seats from today to more than 70 destinations in China, India, Taiwan, Indonesia and Thailand. Those interested in enjoying the free seats can book their tickets from today until Sunday, for flights between May 1 and Oct 30 next year. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
APEC warned of critical labour shortages Nov 10, 2009
APEC's members are Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Peru, the Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, the United States and Vietnam. AFP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
New beauty products will make girls feel like princesses Nov 10, 2009
The recall includes about 533,000 ISDANS, TUPPLUR and ENJE roller blinds manufactured in Taiwan and France and sold by IKEA Home Furnishings of Conshohocken, Pa. between July 2005 and July 2009. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
* Sean Lien dismisses DPP allegations about project Nov 10, 2009
SUCCESS: The TRA said only Taiwan Smart Card Co had passed its review for a new project that will affect travel between Hsinchu and Rueifang By Jenny W. hsu and Shelley Shan STAFF REPORTERS Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009, Page 2. A woman yesterday uses her MRT EasyCard to enter the Taiwan Railway Administration (TRA) station in Taipei ... Taipei EasyCard Corp chairman Sean Lien (s) yesterday dismissed Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Taipei City councilors allegations that his company willfully... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Golf Roundup: Woods three off pace in Asian World Cup Nov 6, 2009
Woods was joined by Anthony Kim, Paul Casey and Lin Wen-tang of Taiwan, giving some local flavor to Asia's biggest tournament. Matt Kuchar and Pat Perez were among those at 68, while Phil Mickelson, Jason Dufner and Brian Gay checked in at 69. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Watney leads, Woods lurks in China Nov 6, 2009
Woods was joined by Anthony Kim, Paul Casey, and Lin Wen-tang of Taiwan, giving some local flavor to Asia s biggest tournament. Casey had reason to be thrilled with his start, no matter how many shots he feels as though he squandered. (Boston Globe)
Dollar stable before US jobs data Nov 6, 2009
48 Taiwan dollars fro. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Uyghur activist seeks talks with Beijing Nov 6, 2009
Asia Times Online :: China News, China Business News, Taiwan and Hong Kong News and Business ... IPS: But the Chinese government alleges you have terrorist links - the reason perhaps why Taiwan refused to give you a visa ... RK: It wasn't the Taiwanese people, it was some people in their government with ties to the Chinese government - the Chinese told them I was a terrorist. (Asia Times Online)
Watney shoots 64 to take lead at HSBC Champions Nov 5, 2009
Lin Wen-tang of Taiwan stirred the Chinese crowd with a 67, which left him tied with Woods, Anthony Kim and Paul Casey. Still, it was Woods they came to see _ and to photograph. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Military ruler will simply thumb his nose at us Nov 5, 2009
But China's contest against Taiwan for influence in the Pacific has ended as their rapprochement unfolds. Fiji's leverage is now nil. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Warcraft game falls into war of gov't departments Nov 5, 2009
"I'm thinking about Taiwan, or maybe the United States," said the 29-year-old game enthusiastic who works in a travel agency in Beijing ... "I just want to enjoy the game like gamers in other parts of the world. If things keep going this way, I think I might consider playing on servers in Taiwan," Zuo Yuanyuan said ... cc, a Chinese fan site for WoW, more than 53 percent of about 66,000 gamers polled said they would continue to play WoW on servers in Taiwan, the United States or Europe, if the... (Xinhuanet, China)
China electrifies urban transit Nov 4, 2009
Asia Times Online :: China News, China Business News, Taiwan and Hong Kong News and Business. China Business. (Asia Times Online)
* Elephants coach Nakagomi out on bail Nov 4, 2009
Nakagomi was detained by the National Immigration Agency at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport on Monday afternoon and later questioned by Banciao prosecutors over his alleged involvement in the betting scandal. A spokesman for Banciao District Prosecutors Office, Cheng Hsin-hung (G), said Nakagomi was questioned as a defendant. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
In Taiwan, hotel for dogs isnt just a movie Nov 4, 2009
In Taiwan, hotel for dogs isnt just a movie - TODAY Pets & Animals ... In Taiwan, hotel for dogs isnt just a movie ... 3: A hotel in Taiwan gives dog owners a break by catering to man's best friend with a salon, pool, recreation rooms and field trips for pooches. (MSNBC -- Travel)
* Taipei inks expo cooperation deal Nov 3, 2009
With the help and resources of 20 other local governments, the expo will make Taiwan proud, Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin (qsy) said at the signing ceremony ... 8 billion in revenue, which would benefit Taiwans tourism and travel industry and economic development, he said ... With the help and resources of 20 other local governments, the expo will make Taiwan proud. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Travel fair closes on a positive note Nov 3, 2009
Lion Travel, one of Taiwans major travel agencies, expected its sales at the four-day fair to grow by between 10 percent and 20 percent from NT$210 million (US$6 ... AirAsia, a Malaysia-based low-cost airline, took advantage to raise its public profile in Taiwan ... The airline had just moved into Taiwan by introducing flights to Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Russia 'simulates' nuclear attack on Poland... Nov 3, 2009
Lebanon & Syria and the west allows Russia to bring former states such as Ukraine,Poland, Georgia etc "back into the fold" China will likely be in the deal as well, in return for allowing the West to claim Iran etc China will be given Tibet, Burma, and the biggest prize of all Taiwan. You must think like a psychopath to understand these people and their motivations. (The Drudge Report)
* US ties not under strain: Japan Nov 3, 2009
Washington regards the southern island as a key staging post close to China, Taiwan and North Korea X but Okinawans have long been angered by aircraft noise, risk of accidents and crimes committed by US personnel. The city assembly of Naha, the capital of Okinawa prefecture, yesterday adopted a statement that said: Given the situation surrounding the Futenma Air Base, which is worsening year by year and which is going against residents wishes, we can never accept the relocation inside... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Ghanas Retrogressive Policy on Dual Citizenship and Key Appointments Nov 2, 2009
Do your research and find out the contributions citizens of Taiwan, India, Malaysia, China, and South Korea in the Diaspora made to those countries respective developments. How do we think. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
* Experts call pacts window dressing Nov 2, 2009
The four agreements signed by Taipei and Beijing last November were nothing but window dressing, experts attending a cross-strait forum said yesterday, urging the government to pressure Beijing to quit blocking other countries from signing free-trade agreements (FTA) with Taiwan as both sides mull an economic pact. Wednesday will mark the agreements first anniversary after they were signed on Nov. 4 last year by Straits Exchange Foundation Chairman Chiang Pin-kung ([) and his Chinese... (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
* INTERVIEW: Dalai Lama puts democracy above economy Nov 1, 2009
After the disaster that followed Typhoon Morakot, Tibets spiritual leader the Dalai Lama traveled from Dharamsala, India, to Taiwan to pray for the victims after accepting an invitation from seven mayors and county commissioners in southern Taiwan ... Liberty Times: If you compare your first two visits to Taiwan [in 1999 and 2001] with this visit, do you feel that Taiwan has changed ... On the other hand, I was able to travel to Taiwan and to pray with fellow believers and [Buddhist] masters. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
10 ways to transport yourself for a while Nov 1, 2009
Founded in 1999, the center is a branch of Fo Guang Shan (Buddha s Light Mountain) Monastery in Taiwan. Open to the general public Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 950 Mass. (Boston Globe)
Malaysian girls easily duped Nov 1, 2009
He added that 25 Malaysians were jailed in Taiwan, 11 in China, 12 in Spain and one in Chile. Six in China have been sentenced to death. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Foreign students face hurdles (13) Nov 1, 2009
"In the past, we had a strong Taiwanese presence because of a special relationship with government agencies in Taiwan," Adkison said. "The focus right now is trying to reach out and touch each one of those pipelines.". (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
More missiles across the strait Oct 31, 2009
Asia Times Online :: China News, China Business News, Taiwan and Hong Kong News and Business ... TAIPEI - Despite more than a year of unprecedented warming relations between Taiwan and mainland China, Beijing's continuing military build-up and Taiwan's purchase of more arms from the United States indicate that direct flights, gifts of pandas, a flood of mainland tourists to Taiwan and soon a free-trade agreement between the two sides have yet to ease military tensions across the strait ... The... (Asia Times Online)
* Ma says NT$30 billion appropriated for tourism Oct 31, 2009
Maoris and Taiwanese Aborigines pose for a photo in traditional costume at the Taipei International Travel Fair that began yesterday at the Taipei World Trade Center ... A total of eight flights will be provided daily between Taiwan and Japan, he said ... Premier Wu Den-yih (dq) also attended the ceremony, saying that tourist arrivals in Taiwan had increased by 28 percent. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Taiwan symphony orchestra debuts in Beijing Oct 30, 2009
Taiwan symphony orchestra debuts at performing center in Beijing_English_Xinhua. Taiwan symphony orchestra debuts at performing center in Beijing ... BEIJING, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) -- National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra, the oldest symphony orchestra in the island, made a debut show at Chinese mainland's National Center for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing Thursday. (Xinhuanet, China)
Treble Cove store a source for motorcycle, Western wear (10/29/09) Oct 30, 2009
Ma came to Texas from his native Taiwan to study at Texas A & M, and grew to love the countryside. He said some of his customers are also fans of recreations like square dancing and line dancing. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
* Dozens of countries vie for tourists at travel fair Oct 30, 2009
In addition to tourism representatives and airlines from many countries, the Council of Agriculture, Taiwans 22 cities and counties and some local hotels will participate ... The Taiwan Visitors Association, which has been hosting the event for 23 years, said would-be travelers can expect to find a good deal on a variety of destinations ... More than 50 Chinese travel agencies offering outbound tours to Taiwan will arrive today to scout for travel routes. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Chinese firm to send 10,000 employees to visit Taiwan Oct 29, 2009
Chinese firm to send 10,000 employees to visit Taiwan ... Starting Saturday, direct marketing firm Pro Health (China) Co (_) is scheduled to send about 10,000 employees on an incentive tour to Taiwan ... Li estimated the incentive tour could bring more than NT$600 million (US$20 million) to Taiwan. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Recovery fears send Asian mkts down Oct 29, 2009
48 per cent lower and Taiwan shed 2. 37 per cent.. (India Times)
Foreigners visiting U.S. down so far in 09 Oct 29, 2009
The list of America's top international visitors doesn't tend to change too much from year to year: Countries like the U.K., Japan, and Germany, appear regularly in the top 10, and occasionally a smaller nation like Israel or Taiwan will pop into the top 20. On the surface, the story looks the same in 2009, based on data from the U.S. Commerce Departments Office of Travel and Tourism Industries (OTTI), whose latest report shows international arrivals to the U.S. through July of this year. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Jackson film 'This Is It' earns $2.2M on 1st night Oct 29, 2009
Michael Jackson impersonators dance at the world premier of "This is It", in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009. Jackson, 50 when he died last June, kept pace with backup dancers half his age during rehearsals for such hits as "Thriller," "Billie Jean," "Beat It" and "Human Nature." The film was shot as Jackson prepared for a marathon concert stand in London that never happened. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Compal Q3 raises hopes for HP, Dell Oct 28, 2009
14 billion Taiwan ($160 million) in the July-September quarter, soundly beating market estimates for a T$3. 8 billion net profit, according to a survey o 00004000 f 19 analysts polled by Thomson Reuters I/B/E/s. (India Times)
Indians get least paid leaves Oct 27, 2009
While, employees in Australia, Taiwan and India would potentially get 28 days followed by Hong Kong (26), Singapore (25) and China (21). Read business stories in. (India Times)
Eco challenge: Oct 26, 2009
There are also expected to be entries from Belgium, Turkey, Germany, France, Malaysia, Switzerland, India, Canada, Iran, Taiwan, Greece and Singapore. Event director Chris Selwood said it was hard to pick the winner in advance. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
* Alishan road opens to minibuses Oct 26, 2009
To attract visitors, the Tourism Bureau is offering a free shuttle service that will pick up visitors from the high-speed rail station in Taibao (O), Chiayi County, the Taiwan Railway Administration (TRA) station in Chiayi City and four other locations. Those who want to use the service must make reservations at least three days in advance. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
* KMT to split Mas travel expenses Oct 26, 2009
Ma traveled to Kinmen to mark the 60th anniversary of the battle of Kuningtou (jY) in which Nationalist Army troops stopped the Peoples Liberation Army from taking the island and threatening Taiwan proper ... Speaking in broken Hoklo (also known as Taiwanese), Ma, the Hong Kong-born descendant of Mainlander parents, said Kuningtou played a pivotal role in the history of the Republic of China because without it, there would not be Taiwan and the country would be ruled by the Chinese... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Taiwan, China to Set Up Tourism Offices Oct 25, 2009
TAIPEI, Taiwan, Oct. 24, 2009 ... (AP) Taiwan and China will establish semiofficial tourism offices in each other's territories early next year, an official said Saturday, in a landmark move underscoring their dramatically improved relations ... Yang Rwei-chong, a government official, will become the first senior Taiwanese official to be based in Beijing, a milestone in bilateral ties after decades of hostility. (CBS News -- World)
Solar-powered cars race across Australia Oct 25, 2009
There are also entries from Belgium, Turkey, Germany, France, Malaysia, Switzerland, India, Canada, Iran, Taiwan, Greece and Singapore. Copyright 2009 Reuters. (MSNBC -- Environment)
US zeroes in on China's clout in Myanmar Oct 24, 2009
While much of the focus has been on China's rapidly modernizing military and its growing capacity to project power beyond its immediate borders, including towards nearby US ally Taiwan, a quieter competition is emerging between Washington and Beijing for influence in Southeast Asia. In the late 1990s, China switched to a strategy of improving diplomatic relations and investing heavily in economic and infrastructure development projects in Southeast Asia, a gambit many analysts have referred to... (Asia Times Online)
Capuano's trips abroad seen in spirit of good government Oct 23, 2009
In particular, the article cited a trip the congressman made to Singapore, Vietnam, and Taiwan. No disrespect intended to Taiwan, but I have been there, and I do not consider it a garden spot. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Societies don't have to be secular to be modern Oct 22, 2009
Beyond that, democracy displaced authoritarian regimes in South Korea and Taiwan ... Look at Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, and Indonesia ... From Taiwan to France to Singapore, many countries offer more comprehensive coverage at a cheaper cost. (Christian Science Monitor)
* All lifestyles great and small Oct 21, 2009
When we founded our company, the term LOHAS [lifestyle of health and sustainability] wasnt popular in Taiwan, says Chang ... Many of Boodays soft cotton T-shirts are inspired by everyday life in Taiwan ... Past designs have taken cues from zhuyin fuhao, the phonetic alphabet used by Taiwanese schoolchildren, pearl milk tea and the humble red-and-white striped plastic bags given out at night market stands and corner stores; one T-shirt had a long, thin pocket intended for a pair of reusable... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Current global recovery may stall: IMF Oct 21, 2009
It was also applicable to those facing looming age-related fiscal pressures, such as Japan and the newly industrialized economies of South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, he said. "But even for the average Asian country, without fiscal adjustment, debt-to-GDP ratios are projected to remain above pre-crisis levels through 2014," he said at a Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco conference in Santa Barbara, California. (India Times)
'Asia-Pacific PC shipments rise 17%' Oct 20, 2009
SHANGHAI: PC shipments in the Asia Pacific region, excluding Japan, grew 17 percent in the third quarter as laptop sales surged, and demand from China and Taiwan remained robust, research firm IDC said on Tuesday ... PC shipments in the Asia Pacific region, excluding Japan, grew 17 percent in the third quarter as laptop sales surged, and demand from China and Taiwan remained robust, research firm IDC said on Tuesday. (India Times)
* Protester throws bottle of white paint at president Oct 19, 2009
Chinese tourists began cutting Kaohsiung from their travel itineraries after the Dalai Lama visited southern Taiwan early last month in the wake of Typhoon Morakot and the Kaohsiung Film Festival decided to screen a documentary about Uighur activist Rebiya Kadeer. Chinas Taiwan Affairs Office spokeswoman Fan Liqing (SRC) said on Wednesday that it was natural for Chinese tourists to express their displeasure, because there were forces in Kaohsiung who align themselves with the... (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Nobel Peace Prize“then and now Oct 17, 2009
By defeating China in 1895, this island nation had been awarded Taiwan, the Penghu Islands, twenty-one million dollars in war reparations (paid in silver), and the Chinese renunciation of their claims on Korea. The Russian bear was also stretching out its claws into Asia, first across Siberia, and now into the Chinese territories of Manchuria and Korea, which were desired by Japan. (Cameron Observer, MO)
6 Charged in $20M Insider Trading Case Oct 17, 2009
The firm is based in New York City with offices in California, China, Taiwan and India. He lives in New York. (CBS News)
Looming storm prompts Philippines evacuation call Oct 16, 2009
Typhoon Parma weakened into a tropical storm that lingered off the Philippine coast Monday, drenching northern provinces as well as Taiwan after killing 16 people and causing widespread flooding and landslides ... Storm stalls off Philippines, drenches Taiwan ... Typhoon Parma weakened into a tropical storm but lingered off the northern Philippine coast Monday, causing widespread flooding and landslides that have killed 16 in the country and churning up rough seas that sank a cargo ship off... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Asian stocks fall, boost from Wall St Oct 16, 2009
3 per cent and Taiwan was flat. Thailand's benchmark jumped 1. (India Times)
Bali escapes tide of recession Oct 16, 2009
Former number three spot occupants Taiwan and South Korea have been hard hit by the recession, while China has countered the downturn through a massive stimulus package. Although Chinese authorities probably didn't intend their stimulus funds to wind up in overseas vacation destinations, staving off recession is helping to maintain prosperous lifestyles, which increasingly include travel abroad. (Asia Times Online)
* Sven-Goran Eriksson turned down North Korea, report says Oct 15, 2009
I will be visiting Taiwan, China, Hong Kong and Thailand to discuss a range of Notts County initiatives linked to our 150th anniversary, Trembling said. The Guardian said Trembling had already been involved in talks with intermediaries representing the Norths football association about loaning Eriksson. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Top Chinese general to visit US: Pentagon... Oct 15, 2009
5-billion-dollar US arms package to Taiwan, but agreed to resume them in February. Since then, the two countries have held several rounds of military talks. (The Drudge Report)
Whose Internet is it, anyway? Oct 15, 2009
From Taiwan to France to Singapore, many countries offer more comprehensive coverage at a cheaper cost. POLITICS The American voter beyond red and blue. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
* Retailers team up on coupon deals to boost spending Oct 15, 2009
Partners include Mos Burger (~), Shui-Mu International Co (G~), Mister Donut, Pizza Hut, Blockbuster Inc Taiwan (F), Working House (u) and www ... Another retailer, Shui-Mu X which sells the popular made-in-Taiwan footwear brand ASO X said it sees momentum in fourth-quarter sales, thanks to growing brand awareness and promotion campaigns such as Fun Go. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Delayed at Kennedy with Kids? What ... Oct 14, 2009
Chinese Noodles and Dumpling serves stinky tofu a dish that is to the Taiwanese what a ripe Roquefort is to the French (# M 38 (718) 886-6996) ... Since it originated in Taiwan, bubble tea s become a favorite treat for Chinese youth and children of all ages. (Suite101.com)
