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Vol. 842 / Content

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Industry

Centennial Tatung Redirects Legacy Assets into Electrical Equipment and Realty Deals

Six months after media tycoon Jung-hua Chang took the helm, the company—working alongside a veteran power-equipment executive and a real-estate specialist—has secured U.S. AI grid orders, while long-stalled redevelopment plans for its Zhongshan North Road headquarters are beginning to show signs of life. The question now is whether this 108-year-old institution can convince its 270,000 shareholders that even the weight of history can be polished into a diamond.

Politics & Society

Young Indian Engineer Builds Career in Taiwan’s Semiconductor Industry

When universities become the first calling card a country presents to international talent, how can they truly enhance the industry? Why are the two outstanding Indian master's and doctoral students trained by Luo Chengyao's laboratory at Tsinghua University willing to stay in Taiwan to further their careers?

Politics & Society

“Deterrence Requires Resources”: AIT Director on Taiwan’s Critical Role in the First Island Chain

Taiwan now has a workable defense strategy—but time and funding are running short. In an exclusive interview, AIT Director Raymond Greene explains why deterrence depends not just on weapons, but on resources, industry, and political resolve.

Culture

Off the Grid: An Architect’s Journey Without Google Maps

In an era ruled by digital maps and instant routes, architect Ching-Chih Lee chooses paper charts and purposeful detours to rediscover curiosity and connection—but what might we be losing in always taking the fastest way?

Culture

“My Hands Can Kill Fish and Write Stories”: Syaman Rapongan’s Return to Orchid Island

After years in Taipei chasing education and belonging, Tao writer Syaman Rapongan returned to Orchid Island to rebuild boats, spear fish, and anchor his writing in the sea and mountains of his homeland. Can returning home restore what was lost along the way?