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Taiwan Keywords

Each episode will explore one of Taiwan's most representative keywords, allowing foreign audiences to get to know a more diverse Taiwan and international audiences to see Taiwan's scientific research achievements.

17:45
Offshore Wind Farms: The Future of Taiwan’s Energy
Taiwan has some of the most efficient wind farms in the world, and the island is determined to generate 5.7 gigawatts of electricity per year via wind power by 2025. What role will
15:50
Earthquakes in Taiwan: How a Group of Experts Monitor Volcanoes on a 24/7 Basis
Located on the Pacific Seismic Belt, Taiwan is faced with more than 40,000 earthquakes annually. With new evidence suggesting an active magma reservoir near Taipei Basin, a group o
15:40
Different Islands, Same Tongue: The Ties Between Austronesians and Taiwan
Taiwan has been a pivot in the historical development of Austronesian people. By riding ocean currents on canoes, the Austronesian people have dispersed from Taiwan to numerous isl
16:10
Young Blood in Taiwanese Aerospace Industry
The Taiwanese aerospace industry is a young and dynamic one. Despite having limited resources, Taiwanese aerospace start-ups and research institutes work in tandem to find innovati
15:46
Press Conference: Taiwan’s Secret Weapon Against COVID-19 - Taiwan Keyword
Information transparency has been the key to Taiwan’s success in combating COVID-19. By holding press conferences on a daily basis, the Taiwan Center for Disease Control communicat
15:48
An Island Packed With 3000-Meter Peaks: The Secret to Taiwan’s Biodiversity
Taiwan is an island packed with 3000-meter peaks. With varied altitudes, the mountainous terrain in Taiwan boasts great biodiversity. Learn more about the cloud forests and secr
16:40
Taiwan’s Position in the Quantum Computing Arms Race - Taiwan Keyword
The game-changing computing power portended by quantum computer has led to a technological arms race among superpowers. What role does Taiwan, the electronics manufacturing powerho
15:54
From Global to Local: Exploring the Diverse Food Culture of Taiwan.
Taiwan is a cultural hotspot with its own dedicated cuisine that has centuries of history. Through fusing East Asian and western cuisines, Taiwan has fostered a vibrant and diver

How TSMC Became Taiwan’s Silicon Shield and the Future of Semiconductors

Published 08/23/2023 19:07

Provider TaiwanPlus

Taiwan manufactures over 60% of the semiconductors in the world, and most of its capacity comes from one company: TSMC. In geopolitical terms, this company that accounts for 15% of Taiwan’s GDP is the “Silicon Shield” that safeguards against Chinese aggression. Learn more about the history of semiconductors in Taiwan and future trends of the industry.

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Offshore Wind Farms: The Future of Taiwan’s Energy

Offshore Wind Farms: The Future of Taiwan’s Energy

Taiwan has some of the most efficient wind farms in the world, and the island is determined to generate 5.7 gigawatts of electricity per year via wind power by 2025. What role will

Earthquakes in Taiwan: How a Group of Experts Monitor Volcanoes on a 24/7 Basis

Earthquakes in Taiwan: How a Group of Experts Monitor Volcanoes on a 24/7 Basis

Located on the Pacific Seismic Belt, Taiwan is faced with more than 40,000 earthquakes annually. With new evidence suggesting an active magma reservoir near Taipei Basin, a group o

Different Islands, Same Tongue: The Ties Between Austronesians and Taiwan

Different Islands, Same Tongue: The Ties Between Austronesians and Taiwan

Taiwan has been a pivot in the historical development of Austronesian people. By riding ocean currents on canoes, the Austronesian people have dispersed from Taiwan to numerous isl

Young Blood in Taiwanese Aerospace Industry

Young Blood in Taiwanese Aerospace Industry

The Taiwanese aerospace industry is a young and dynamic one. Despite having limited resources, Taiwanese aerospace start-ups and research institutes work in tandem to find innovati

Press Conference: Taiwan’s Secret Weapon Against COVID-19 - Taiwan Keyword

Press Conference: Taiwan’s Secret Weapon Against COVID-19 - Taiwan Keyword

Information transparency has been the key to Taiwan’s success in combating COVID-19. By holding press conferences on a daily basis, the Taiwan Center for Disease Control communicat

An Island Packed With 3000-Meter Peaks: The Secret to Taiwan’s Biodiversity

An Island Packed With 3000-Meter Peaks: The Secret to Taiwan’s Biodiversity

Taiwan is an island packed with 3000-meter peaks. With varied altitudes, the mountainous terrain in Taiwan boasts great biodiversity. Learn more about the cloud forests and secr

Taiwan’s Position in the Quantum Computing Arms Race - Taiwan Keyword

Taiwan’s Position in the Quantum Computing Arms Race - Taiwan Keyword

The game-changing computing power portended by quantum computer has led to a technological arms race among superpowers. What role does Taiwan, the electronics manufacturing powerho

From Global to Local: Exploring the Diverse Food Culture of Taiwan.

From Global to Local: Exploring the Diverse Food Culture of Taiwan.

Taiwan is a cultural hotspot with its own dedicated cuisine that has centuries of history. Through fusing East Asian and western cuisines, Taiwan has fostered a vibrant and diver

How Taiwan Combats Disinformation While Upholding Civil Liberties

How Taiwan Combats Disinformation While Upholding Civil Liberties

Taiwan has been under the barrage of disinformation attack from China. Instead of enforcing stronger media restrictions, Taiwan aims to cope with the threat while upholding civil l

Rumors About War: The Myth and Reality of Conflicts Between China and Taiwan

Rumors About War: The Myth and Reality of Conflicts Between China and Taiwan

The prospect of China invading Taiwan looms large in recent years. As geopolitical tension rises, speculations and rumors regarding cross-strait conflicts spread like wildfire. To

The E-bike Boom: Commercial Strategies of Taiwanese Bicycle Manufacturer

The E-bike Boom: Commercial Strategies of Taiwanese Bicycle Manufacturer

Taiwan has been a bicycle manufacturing powerhouse with celebrated brands bolstered by precision machining supply chains. As the e-bike market flourishes, how does the bicycle indu