How Can Taiwanese Dramas Soar with Netflix?
Thanks to Netflix, Taiwanese dramas are experiencing a renaissance of sorts. But how can Taiwan’s entertainment industry take advantage of this opportunity?
Why is Citibank Exiting Taiwan and Betting on China?
Citibank is closing retail banking in Taiwan and 12 other markets, due to stagnant global markets, low profits for retail, and rising political risk.
Hundreds of Hongkongers Came to Observe Taiwan’s Elections: What are They Taking Home from This Experience?
The Hong Kong protests against the extradition bill had an impact on Taiwan’s presidential and legislative elections and raised the Hong Kong people’s expectations toward Taiwanese democracy, sparking many to travel to Taiwan in groups to observe the elections. At election rallies, flags and banners featuring slogans from the Hong Kong protest movement such as “Liberate Hong Kong, Revolution of our Time” could be seen displayed prominently amid the crowds.
The New ‘In’ Spot for the World’s Makers
In 2013, designer Gina Hsu launched the “Black Village” project in Sanchong to bring the struggling fabrication shops in the area together and give them a new voice. What motivated her to save these small producers and has the response justified the effort?
Behind the Making of the First Netflix Series Produced in Taiwan: Gangster Drama Nowhere Man
Netflix’s first original Mandarin series, Nowhere Man, is now available for streaming. And now attention turns to Taiwan as Taiwan stands poised to become one of the world’s top-20 countries for original TV series.