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白潔曦, an expert on U.S.-China relations, proposed shifting the rivalry from a “zero-sum game” to “coexistence as the norm.” Analyzing the Taiwan issue and rare-earth strategy, she called for a redefinition of U.S. strategy toward China.
Taiwan Labor Minister 洪申翰 is scheduled to visit Nanjing, China, to attend an APEC meeting. Reports said China might issue Taiwan Compatriot Permits on Taiwan’s behalf, while Taiwan authorities described the arrangement as customary. The issue has sparked a debate over Taiwan’s national status.
The Singapore Exchange (SGX) has applied to offer perpetual futures trading in Bitcoin and Ethereum to U.S. institutional investors. The move is an important step in the expansion of regulated crypto-derivatives markets and points to closer integration with traditional finance.
Companies mentioned：Singapore Exchange (SGX)、CFTC、Kalshi、Coinbase、Hyperliquid
In August 2026, Taiwan’s individual house-and-land transaction income tax revenue surged 33.2% year over year to 6.62 billion yen, the 2nd-highest level for the same period since 2017. Tax revenue from property sale gains rose notably in Taipei, New Taipei and Taichung, moving against the broader market slowdown.
Companies mentioned：大家房屋、住商不動產
Senior Bank of Japan officials warned of “nonlinear” inflation risks from external shocks and stressed the need to continue raising interest rates. This signals a shift toward an interest-rate environment not seen in 31 years.
FamilyMart and 醒吾科技大學 have joined forces to open Taiwan’s first campus store featuring Southeast Asian culture, aiming to serve more than 1900 international students and deepen the development of foreign talent. The initiative has significant social and industry-wide demonstration value.
Companies mentioned：醒吾科技大學
富強鑫 (6603-TW) will begin mass production of high-end MLPC in January 2027, expanding output to more than 10 million units per month. It is building a new production line in Tainan to meet AI server demand. It has also partnered with CKST and secured agency rights for glass-substrate packaging equipment.
Companies mentioned：Panasonic、NVIDIA、CKST（中科先峰）
輝達 is becoming increasingly reliant on a small number of major customers, with its top 3 customers accounting for a combined 44% of revenue. This shows that customer concentration is rising, while also exposing the company to the potential risk of major customers developing their own chips.
Companies mentioned：輝達、戴爾、鴻海、微軟、Meta、SpaceX、Google、亞馬遜、CoreWeave、Nebius
Former U.S. President Trump voiced support for Irish reunification, drawing reactions in both the United Kingdom and Ireland. The British prime minister ruled out a referendum, as observers watch for a shift in U.S. foreign policy.
Expectations of U.S. interest-rate hikes have risen, pushing the dollar higher. Asian currencies are generally weakening, but the yen is holding near a 7-month high on expectations of tighter Bank of Japan policy. Oil prices have also risen amid tensions in the Middle East, potentially affecting monetary policy in various countries.
Companies mentioned：アメリカ連邦準備制度理事会、日本銀行、イギリス中央銀行
Tung Yang’s August pretax earnings fell 23.6% year on year to NT$252 million, mainly due to foreign-exchange losses of NT$68.49 million. Excluding those losses, earnings rose 48%. With lower tariffs boosting orders, demand has rebounded and the off-season has remained strong as the company prepares for the fourth-quarter peak season.
A total of 324 Taiwanese companies took part in Automechanika in Frankfurt, securing business opportunities worth about 4.7 billion yen. At a government-led flagship pavilion, they showcased electrification and smart technologies, demonstrating their global competitiveness.
Companies mentioned：Aumovio、CLEPA
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stressed the importance of safely controlling the pace of AI development and called for the early introduction of unified AI safety regulations in the United States. The statement was a strategic call to build trust and ensure sustainable technological progress.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Anthropic、軟銀、三星電子、SK海力士
MSI launched AI handhelds, smart monitors and high-end PC components at Tokyo Game Show 2026, signaling a strategic shift from gaming hardware leader toward an edge AI ecosystem, with implications for the industry’s future.
Companies mentioned：Intel
Murata Manufacturing expects demand for MLCCs to continue through 2028 amid growing demand for AI servers and is considering an ambitious production expansion plan. The move comes amid rising demand for high-value-added products and tight supply.
Companies mentioned：三星電機、NVIDIA
Oman’s energy and minerals minister proposed opening an alternative route for LNG exports to reduce risks in the Strait of Hormuz. The minister said diversifying supply chains was urgent in response to geopolitical instability.
Companies mentioned：Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc Gas)
達運光電 signed a defense-related procurement contract with the U.S. state of Oklahoma to cooperate on drones and security systems. The move marks the formal entry of its defense business into international commercialization and is a significant development for Taiwan’s high-tech dual-use industry.
Companies mentioned：Markforged、艾斯特物聯科技
Taiwan stocks fell 322.33 points on the 14th to close at 45862.52, slipping below the 4万6千-point threshold. The decline was driven by investor caution ahead of the Fed’s rate decision and concerns about a slowdown in AI development, while trading volume contracted to NT$630.9 billion. Financial stocks attracted safe-haven inflows but failed to reverse the downturn.
Companies mentioned：台積電(2330-TW)、漢民測試(7856-TW)、大立光(3008-TW)、玉晶光(3406-TW)、華邦電(2344-TW)、欣興(3037-TW)、景碩(3189-TW)、南電(8046-TW)
LITE-ON Technology subsidiary LITEON Smart has completed a real-world deployment of its Interlux AI smart traffic signals at Curiosity Lab in the United States. The project combines a real urban environment with AI technology to validate smart-transportation solutions and lay the groundwork for expansion in North America.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、T-Mobile、Curiosity Lab
In September 2026, BRICS countries stepped up cooperation on settlement in local currencies, with 6 southern countries connecting to CIPS for the first time. The international settlement network for the renminbi has expanded.
Companies mentioned：星展銀行、渣打銀行、中金公司
Canada is seeking a status akin to “associate membership” in the EU, exploring a special partnership rather than full membership. The effort is part of a strategy to reduce dependence on the United States and promote geopolitical stability.
CIPS has partnered with 11 foreign banks to expand its global network. Banks in Hong Kong and Macau have also joined, strengthening their role as offshore renminbi centers. A new cross-border guarantee service has been introduced to promote the internationalization of renminbi settlements.
Companies mentioned：南非第一蘭特銀行
Former U.S. President Trump stressed that the United States needs to win the U.S.-China AI race. He criticized AI safety risks as “exaggerated” and warned against excessive regulation, reflecting tensions between U.S. politicians and industry.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、OpenAI、Hugging Face、Nvidia
Taiwan Deputy Economic Minister 賴建信 presented achievements in building a resilient power grid and using AI at the APEC energy meeting in Beijing. The presentation received international praise, and an agreement was reached to establish a joint task force with the United States.
Companies mentioned：アメリカ合衆国
竣邦-KY reported August revenue of 223 million yen, a record high. Despite the seasonal off-peak period, demand for its core products expanded, driving year-over-year growth of 131%.
Companies mentioned：竣邦-KY
The president of アメリカ said he was “not concerned” about the possibility that Chinese President Xi Jinping might cancel a planned visit to the United States. The possibility that アメリカ could sell $14 billion worth of military equipment to 中国 is a factor in the background.
Companies mentioned：アメリカ、中国
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Companies mentioned：國泰綜合醫院
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Companies mentioned：莫德納、莫德納台灣、國家衛生研究院、中央研究院生醫轉譯研究中心