CONNECT WITH US
NEWS TAGGED BUDGET
Friday 3 October 2025
US government shutdown stalls auto industry momentum
A breakdown in congressional budget negotiations has led to the US government to shut down, plunging the administrative system to a standstill. During the shutdown, key regulatory,...
Friday 26 September 2025
Taiwan struggles to attract Indian tech talent despite semiconductor ambitions
The Indian government is advancing a Swadeshi movement—a self-reliance initiative—with a budget allocation of INR760 billion (approximately US$8.621 billion) to build...
Thursday 25 September 2025
Taiwan unveils four-step strategy to strengthen anti-drone defenses
Taiwan is launching a major push to acquire more than 600 anti-drone systems with a budget of roughly NT$16 billion (US$529 million). This plan has turned a recent Taipei defense...
Sunday 21 September 2025
Zyxel subsidiary ZyFlex launches reusable hard-kill drones
Zyxel Group chairman Shun-I Chu stated that the government's commitment to increasing the defense budget is correct, and he hopes procurement will truly implement defense autonomy...
Friday 19 September 2025
Taiwan to launch US$180M investment in domestic rocket program

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan is set to open its new session on September 19, with top priority given to reviewing the central government's...

Thursday 11 September 2025
Wistron increases investment in the US, doubling capital expenditure for California subsidiary
Wistron's board of directors approved a significant increase in the capital expenditure budget for its Fremont, California-based wholly-owned subsidiary WisLab EMS Corporation, doubling...
Friday 5 September 2025
South Korea doubles down on display research as China tightens grip on global market
South Korea plans to more than double its display research budget to counter China's growing dominance, as industry data indicate China could control up to 75% of global panel production...
Friday 5 September 2025
Japan’s 2026 drone budget surges to record-high US$2.13 billion
Japan’s Ministry of Defense announced in late August its defense budget proposal for fiscal year 2026 (April 2026 to March 2027), reaching a record high of JPY 8.8454 trillion...
Friday 5 September 2025
Hyundai hydrogen vision challenged by South Korea's shrinking budget
Hyundai Motor Group recently participated in the 16th Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM16), emphasizing the necessity of establishing a hydrogen energy ecosystem and reinforcing its position...
Sunday 31 August 2025
Unmanned boat demand boosts outlook for Taiwan’s leading shipbuilders
Taiwan's 2026 defense budget is set to approach NT$1 trillion amid increases in military spending and heightened defense policies. This will lead to a major boost in maritime and...
Tuesday 26 August 2025
Seoul maps record US$25B R&D push for 2026: AI, green tech in focus
South Korea will allocate a record KRW35.3 trillion (approx. US$25.2 billion) to R&D in 2026, up 19.3% from a year earlier. The budget shift underscores a decisive break from...
Thursday 14 August 2025
Taiwanese President Lai urges youth to join defense autonomy industries, highlighting drones and robotics
Taiwan President Ching-Te Lai stressed the importance of defense autonomy during his speech at the "2025 Taiwan Venture Capital Summit" on August 12, 2025. He stated that Taiwan has...
Wednesday 13 August 2025
TSMC adds US$10B to US subsidiary in strategic forex hedge
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) held a board meeting on August 12, during which several key resolutions were made. Of particular interest was the approval to increase...
Tuesday 12 August 2025
iPhone shipment rises as India's budget smartphone market contracts
India's smartphone market is undergoing premiumization, with rising average selling prices driving growth in mid- and high-end segments. This shift boosts brands like Apple, which...
Monday 11 August 2025
Wiwynn scales up US investments, expanding Taiwan headquarters
Wiwynn Technology's board has approved a capital increase of US$500 million for its US subsidiary, Wiwynn International, to bolster operating funds and improve financial structure...