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Thematic lead image: climate change, Pacific — Pacific Islands Forum: Climate Alarm Amidst Geopolitical Tensions | National Times

Pacific Islands Forum: Climate Alarm Amidst Geopolitical Tensions

The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in Palau has become a crucible where the existential threat of climate change intersects with escalating geopolitical rivalry. While the UN presses…

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Thematic lead image: financial district — Taiwanese Asset Manager Sanctioned, Raising Conflict-of-Interest Questions | National Times

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Taiwanese Asset Manager Sanctioned, Raising Conflict-of-Interest Questions

Cathay Securities Investment Trust, a major Taiwanese asset manager, faces a one-year ban on launching offshore funds due to a former director's undisclosed outside role. This regulatory action brings into focus the broader challenges of corporate governance and the competitive landscape for financial services in the region.

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Thematic lead image: Taiwan Strait, naval blockade — China's Taiwan Strait Strategy: Blockade or Invasion? | National Times

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China’s Taiwan Strait Strategy: Blockade or Invasion?

Recent geopolitical conflicts have prompted a re-evaluation of China's potential approach to Taiwan. Experts are debating whether Beijing might pivot from direct invasion to a more protracted blockade, drawing lessons from other strategic choke points.

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Thematic lead image: AI server manufacturing — Foxconn's AI Profit Surge: A Mirage for Taiwan's Industrial Base? | National Times

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Foxconn’s AI Profit Surge: A Mirage for Taiwan’s Industrial Base?

Foxconn, the world's largest contract electronics maker, reported a 35% profit increase, driven by demand for AI servers. This surge, however, raises questions about whether Taiwan's industrial ecosystem is truly leveraging the AI boom beyond assembly.

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