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Vol. 587 / Content

2016 Asian Economic Forcast

Vol. 587

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Survey

Top 2000 CEO Survey

No Confidence in Economy, Next President

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:

Social Robots to be the Next Smartphones

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

Buying Up the World

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:

Clashing Interests, Old Party in Crisis

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

Work Leaving Families Behind

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

The Real Cost of Working in China

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.