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World’s biggest chipmaker TSMC doubles down on AI, sees profit lift

A surge in AI-driven demand has pushed TSMC’s profits and investment plans higher, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s most advanced semiconductor producers.

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Taiwan vows to defend sovereignty after Chinese military drills

China has wrapped up two days of live-fire drills around the island featuring rocket launches, aircraft and warships.

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China stages drills near Taiwan in warning to 'separatist forces'

Taiwan's Defence Ministry said in a post on X that rapid response exercises were under way, with forces on high alert to defend the island in case of escalation.

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China sanctions 20 US defence companies over arms sales to Taiwan

According to the Chinese foreign ministry, the sanctions entail freezing the companies’ assets in China and banning individuals and organisations from accessing them.

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Japan on track to become world’s third-largest defence spender

A record defence budget and an expanding missile and drone programme mark a decisive shift for Japan, as it clears path to become the world’s third-largest military spender.

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AI leaders and executives have dominated lists for most influential people of 2025. The latest, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, was named Person of the Year by the Financial Times.

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China says Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan intervention remarks

China slammed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments suggesting potential Japanese military action over Taiwan as reckless and shocking, calling it a “grave violation” of international law and threatening a military response against any “aggression”.

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Taiwanese company showcases new electric vehicle and coffee-making humanoid robot

Hon Hai, the Taiwanese manufacturing giant best known globally as Foxconn, has unveiled a new electric vehicle and set out its ambitions in artificial intelligence at its annual technology showcase in Taipei.

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Japan's economy contracts as exports are hit by US tariffs

On a quarter-on-quarter basis, GDP in the three months to September contracted for the first time in six quarters, a challenge for new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

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Footage shows the extent of devastation left by Fung-wong in Taiwan

Residents in Taiwan are clearing debris after tropical depression Fung-wong flooded homes and roads, injuring 95 people and forcing thousands to evacuate.

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Fung-wong: Tropical storm brings heavy rains and floods to Taiwan, thousands evacuated

Taiwan evacuated over 8,300 residents and closed schools as Tropical Storm Fung-wong brought heavy rain and flooding, injuring 51 people in Hualien County.

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Tropical Storm Fung-Wong nears Taiwan with strong winds and heavy rain

Fung-Wong, now a tropical storm, nears Taiwan with strong winds and rain. Schools and offices closed, residents evacuated due to flood and landslide risks.

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Japan and China exchange barbs after PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks

China regards Taiwan as part of its territory and has not ruled out the use of force to bring the self-governing island under its control.

Belgium

Taiwan's VP calls for closer EU ties in rare address in Brussels

EU member states, like most countries, have no formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan and follow the "One China" policy.

China

Trump says Xi vowed no action on Taiwan during his presidency

Taiwan is a self-governing island democracy that Beijing claims as part of its territory, and US officials have long been worried that China may use military action against it.

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Nearly 40% jump in net profit: Chipmaker TSMC capitalises on AI boom

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp., the world’s biggest semiconductor manufacturer, reported an unexpected jump in its net profit for the July-September quarter.