Survey
Top 2000 CEO Survey
Following a lackluster business year, Taiwan's CEOs are not only pessimistic about the economy and the investment climate next year, but also issued a vote of no confidence in the leadership potential of Taiwan’s three presidential candidates.
Industry
Hiroshi Ishiguro:
The bionic robot designed by Japanese scientist Hiroshi Ishiguro can speak, act in a play and host a TV program.
Aside from robots resembling human beings, Ishiguro has also released a simple companion robot that he predicts will become as indispensable to us in the future as smartphones
International
‘Red Supply Chain’ Threat
China’s electronics industry, backed by its government’s deep pockets, is feasting on global companies to build a high-tech supply chain that is overwhelming rivals. Taiwan’s businesses face a bleak future if they don’t face up to the looming menace.
Politics & Society
Taiwanese Political Outlook:
From cross-strait relations to the parliament and party politics, ripples will course through the political scene in Taiwan beginning on January 16, 2016. How the new leadership and citizenry respond will determine how the volatility plays out.
Insight
The Invisible Social Crisis
More than 1 million Taiwanese families live apart because of professional obligations. How are couples coping with this new social phenomenon and dealing with the challenges it entails?
Insight
Andy Yang
A professional headhunter admits misgivings in sending talented people over to China. He suggests that some invisible costs be considered when people make the move.