Happy Monday from Taipei!

As we welcome the start of June, we’re also celebrating Pride Month — a time to embrace diversity, inclusion, and equal rights.

Did you know? Taiwan was the first in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage in 2019 and continues to be a regional leader in LGBTQ+ rights. Taipei also hosts one of the largest Pride parades in Asia, attracting tens of thousands each year. Let’s continue to support safe, inclusive spaces — for everyone, everywhere.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to invite you to our German Riesling Night 2025, taking place next Thursday (June 12) at Guang Yi In Time Restaurant in Taipei’s Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. In collaboration with German winery Peter Mertes, the evening offers exquisite wines, a gourmet buffet, and a relaxed indoor-outdoor setting perfect for summer networking. Dress code? Summer chic. Seats are limited, so make sure to register now!

We’re also proud to be represented at this year’s IHK Außenwirtschaftstag NRW in Mönchengladbach. Our colleague Linda Blechert will be on site to spotlight Taiwan’s evolving business landscape and new cooperation opportunities.

In this edition, you’ll find a quick update in our GTO News section, where the latest Fitch Report shares key insights into Taiwan’s economic outlook for Q3.
Be sure to also explore our Fair Trade News and take a look at our brand-new section — AHK Network News — where we highlight global activities across the AHK network, starting with an upcoming webinar on tapping into international tenders from our colleagues in the Philippines.

And of course, we’re rounding things off with more exciting developments from Taiwan in our Taiwan News section.

Enjoy the read — and Happy Pride Month! 🌈

Warm regards,

The German Trade Office Taipei cordially invites you to the “German Riesling Night,” held in collaboration with Peter Mertes, one of Germany’s top wineries. Join us at Guang Yi In Time Restaurant, an indoor-outdoor restaurant located in the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, where you can enjoy the gentle summer breeze, savor exquisite wines, and indulge in a delicious gourmet buffet.

Event Details 

• Date: June 12, 2025
• Venue: Guang Yi In Time Restaurant
• Time: 18:00 – 21:00 (Registration opens at 18:00)
  
• Address: No. 133, Guangfu S Rd., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City (in the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, the green building next to the Eco Pond)
• Dresscode: Summer Chic
• Price: 2500 NT$ (including VAT, price includes dinner as well as soft drinks and a free flow of Peter Mertes wine)

Once again, the IHK Außenwirtschaftstag NRW 2025 offers companies the chance to book one-on-one consultations with representatives from the global network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (AHKs) — including our colleague Linda Blechert, General Manager of our service unit DEinternational Taiwan Ltd.

Event Details

🔹Date: June 25, 2025
🔹Location: Borussia-Park, Mönchengladbach
🔹Organizer: IHK NRW, hosted by IHK Mittlerer Niederrhein
🔹Partner Country: The Netherlands
🔹Target Audience: Internationally oriented companies, importers and exporters, executives, and professionals in sales, procurement, legal affairs, and foreign trade

For more information and registration (in German), please visit our website.

2025 German Riesling Night
12.06.2025 | Location: Guang Yi In Time Restaurant

IHK-Außenwirtschaftstag NRW 2025
25.06.2025 | Location: Borussia-Park Mönchengladbach

Machinery Panel Discussion & Wirtschaftsstammtisch during Automation Taipei (save the date; more details shortly)
20.08.2025 | Location: Taipei

German Business Day X German Oktoberfest – Taipei (save the date; more details shortly)
23.10.2025 | Location: HUMBLE HOUSE TAIPEI

German Business Day X German Oktoberfest – Taichung (save the date; more details shortly)
24.10.2025 | Location: LIGHT WEDDING Taichung

German Christmas Market (save the date; more details shortly)
28 - 30.12.2025 | Location: Taipei Expo Park

The Fitch Solutions Taiwan Risk Report (Q3 2025) provides a comprehensive economic and political outlook, highlighting Taiwan’s resilience amid global uncertainty. Taiwan’s 2025 GDP growth forecast has been revised to 2.8%, citing global trade uncertainties and potential U.S. tariffs on semiconductors. Despite this, Taiwan’s tech sector remains resilient, backed by strong demand and competitive advantages.

Inflation is projected to ease to 1.7%, and stable monetary policy is expected to continue. While political and trade tensions remain, Taiwan's economic fundamentals continue to signal long-term stability.

Read more insights and the full summary on our website.

On 23 May 2025 IFA Berlin reaffirmed its close cooperation with Taiwan and its technology partners in Taipei, while also presenting new impulses for the upcoming IFA 2025. As the world’s leading platform for home and consumer tech, IFA emphasizes Taiwan's central role as both a driving force of innovation and one of the most important markets for technological advancements.

Taiwan as a key market for global innovation

Through IFA’s close cooperation with Taiwan-based companies, innovative Taiwanese brands gain global exposure and strengthen their presence in the European market. Leading Taiwanese companies will once again partner with IFA in 2025, presenting their latest technologies across key sectors, including but not limited to Artificial Intelligence, Home & Entertainment, Home Appliances, Smart Home, Communication & Connectivity, Audio, Computing & Gaming, Photo, Video & Content Creation, Fitness & Digital Health and Mobility. Read more about this event on our website.

The biennial, Europe’s leading trade show CMS 2025 (Cleaning, Management, Services), is one of the important event of cleaning and facilities management, will take place from September 23-26, 2025, at the Berlin Exhibition Center, Halls 1-6. This exhibition focuses on six key topics: Commercial Cleaning, Public Facility Management, Hotel and Restaurant Industry, Industrial Cleaning, Healthcare Cleaning, and Logistics & Transportation Maintenance. The event will also feature various sharing sessions related to these business fields, offering deep insights into innovative ideas and products.

CMS Berlin 2023 gathered 421 exhibitors from 25 countries, with 70% of exhibitors from Germany and 30% from international markets. After the exhibition, 94% of exhibitors expressed satisfaction and are willing to exhibit again in the future. Moreover, CMS Berlin 2023 also attracted nearly 21,000 professional visitors from 88 countries, creating numerous business opportunities connections in the industry.
 
CMS Berlin 2025 is an exceptional opportunity and platform to expand your professional network and connect with the global market. If you're looking to engage with leading international brands and professional buyers, this is a trade fair you won't want to miss! From now until June 30, you can purchase a one-day pass and enjoy exclusive early bird discounts. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer!
 
For more information about the exhibition, please contact our colleague Mr. Pinchao Huang or visit our official website.

We are looking forward to your participation!

From September 3–5, 2025, Asia Fruit Logistica will return to AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, bringing together industry professionals from across the global fresh produce sector. With more than 760 exhibitors and 13,000 buyers from over 70 countries attending in 2024, the event continues to be a key platform for businesses in fruits, vegetables, organics, logistics, and more.

The 2025 edition will feature expanded categories, including Smart AgriTech, Frozen Fruits & Vegetables, and Dried Nuts, reflecting the latest industry innovations and trends.

For more details, contact Ms. Venus Peng.

Aviation, Aerospace, Drones - Our Market Discovery Tour - Taiwan 2025 offers an exclusive chance to:

• Country Briefing with Networking Breakfast - Get to know the market landscape & opportunities
• Pioneering Technologies made in Germany - TADTE 2025 (German Pavilion)
• Official/Business visits to Key Players in Taiwan

Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition has become the designated professional event for key industry players, including Thunder Tiger, AIDC, Evergreen Aviation Technologies, Air Asia, CIRC, and others. The event features international trend seminars, dynamic unmanned system demonstrations, and various activities to foster diverse networking and business opportunities. It aims to enhance brand exposure and propel Taiwan's drone brands into international markets, positioning Taiwan as the central hub for the democratic unmanned supply chain in Asia. 

TADTE Event Details

• Date: September 18 - 20, 2025
• Opening hours: 9:00-17:00
• Venue; Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1, Areas I、J & K
  ( No. 1, Jingmao 2nd Rd., Nangang District, Taipei City 11568, Taiwan)

Interested in joining? For more information visit our website or contact Mr. Pinchao Huang. Spots are limited—register now!

Are you ready to expand your microelectronics business in Taiwan, a global hub for cutting-edge semiconductor technologies? SEMICON Taiwan is the premier platform to connect with industry leaders and showcase your innovations. In 2024, the event attracted an impressive 85,000 visitors, 1,100 exhibitors, and 3,700 booths!

Our German Pavilion at SEMICON Taiwan 2025 will take place in TaiNEX Hall 1, 1F, from September 10 to 12.

Why exhibit with us?

• Prime booth location within the German Pavilion
• Fully equipped, walk-in booth setup for convenience
• Access to shared facilities, including a business lounge and Happy Hour for exhibitors and buyer.
• Boosted visibility with added media exposure

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to showcase your products, connect with key buyers, and grow your footprint in one of the world’s most dynamic semiconductor markets!

Act fast—spots are limited! Contact Ms. Peng for more information:

There is still considerable potential for increasing German participation in ADB tenders: While Germany is a founding member of the ADB and holds a 4.3 percent capital share, German companies only rarely succeed in securing contracts through ADB tenders. Participants of this webinar will gain insights into effective approaches to ADB procurement and have the chance to establish valuable initial contacts.

Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI) will provide an overview of how the tendering business works in general and how you can stay informed about a wide range of procurement opportunities. Representatives from the ADB will present detailed information about the ADB's procurement processes and contract awards. Finally, German companies that have already successfully participated in ADB tenders will share their experiences to round off the event.

The webinar series is organized by the Agency for Business and Economic Development (AWE) in cooperation with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the OAV – German Asia-Pacific Business Association, Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI) and the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Event Details

• Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
• Venue: online webinar
• Language: English

For more information and registration, please visit the official website.

Photo credit: © unsplash / CarlosMuza 

Would you like to benefit from the latest digital trends and establish innovative partnerships?

Then you are warmly invited to the next virtual "Krefeld Foreign Trade Talks"

on June 11, 2025, at 9:00 AM (CET) and 3:00 PM Taiwan Time (TWT).

Together with leading experts from Taiwan and NRW, discover how Artificial Intelligence, VR, and innovative content strategies can enrich your business models. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to initiate concrete collaborations, expand your network, and realize your ideas with international partners.

This event will also serve as a forum to present the outcomes of the market exploration tour "Media Content & Digital Technologies" to Taiwan. Organized in March 2025 by NRW.Global Business in collaboration with Anga Services GmbH, Aachen Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the German Trade Office Taipei (AHK Taiwan), and supported by KREFELD BUSINESS as well as numerous tech, AI, and media companies from NRW.

KREFELD BUSINESS now offers this exceptional opportunity through the „Krefeld Foreign Trade Talks“ to deepen the contacts established during the tour and explore further collaboration opportunities.

When? June 11, 2025 | 09:00 – 11:00 AM (CET), 3:00 – 5:00 PM (TWT)
Where? Online Event

Reserve your place now and shape the digital future with us!

Register at: international@krefeld-business.de

Export Momentum and Stimulus Package Could Stabilize Economy

Despite declining business sentiment across manufacturing, services, and construction in April, the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research (TIER) remains optimistic. According to TIER President Chang Chien-yi, early-year export momentum and a proposed NT$410 billion (approx. US$13.7 billion) stimulus package could help cushion the slowdown. TIER forecasts GDP growth of 3% for 2025.

Risks remain, particularly regarding potential U.S. tariffs on ICT and semiconductor products under a Section 232 investigation. Chang warned that higher costs could ripple through the entire supply chain. However, he noted that recent delays to planned EU tariffs suggest initial fears may have been premature, and April’s dip might already be behind us.

(Last access: 02.06.2025 / Taiwan News)

Bilingual Initiative Expands to Night Markets and Local Businesses

Taiwan’s National Development Council (NDC) is accelerating its bilingual policy by targeting everyday environments like night markets and small businesses. The initiative supports President Lai Ching-te’s vision of making Taiwan more internationally competitive and attractive for foreign professionals.

With rising tourist foot traffic, the NDC is piloting scalable bilingual solutions at venues such as Taipei’s Ningxia Night Market, offering vendors AI tools and training to improve English communication. The goal: to create immersive bilingual spaces that enhance visitor experience and local engagement.

Upcoming efforts include English-language cultural markets in Taitung and expanded bilingual access to public services and local events. Ultimately, the NDC aims to attract 400,000 international professionals by building a more inclusive and globally connected society.

(Last access: 02.06.2025 /Taiwan News)

TSMC Becomes Most Widely Held Stock on Taiwan’s Stock Market

TSMC has overtaken all other listed companies to become the most widely held stock in Taiwan, now boasting over 1.8 million shareholders. According to Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation data, 660,000 new investors joined between June 2024 and May 2025 — a surge driven largely by retail investors purchasing odd-lot shares.

During this period, TSMC’s share price rose by over 15%, from NT$839 to NT$967, adding NT$3.3 trillion (approx. US$111 billion) to its market capitalization, which now exceeds NT$25 trillion. Most new shareholders hold fewer than 1,000 shares, reflecting growing participation from individual investors.

The company continues to serve as a cornerstone of the global semiconductor industry, supplying major tech players like Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft. Analysts suggest investor confidence remains high, with many retail buyers gradually accumulating shares as a long-term strategy.

(Last access: 02.06.2025 / Taiwan News)

UMC Prioritizes Strategic Growth Over Middle East Expansion

United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC) has opted not to pursue semiconductor development projects in the Middle East. According to CFO Liu Chi-tung, the company is focusing on value-added partnerships and stable expansion markets such as Singapore, citing geopolitical neutrality and long-term strategic alignment. UMC continues to deepen cooperation with Intel in the U.S., particularly around 12 nm process technologies that avoid the need for EUV equipment. Mass production is expected by 2027. While no new fabs are planned in Japan beyond the current Mie Prefecture site, UMC is actively seeking new clients and partners.

In China, fabs in Suzhou and Xiamen are running at over 75% utilization. However, Liu noted that broader collaboration is increasingly constrained by global geopolitical tensions and cross-border regulatory hurdles. He also flagged currency risks, warning that a 1% appreciation of the Taiwan dollar could reduce gross margins by 0.4 percentage points. UMC reported NT$232.3 billion (approx. US$7.76 billion) in revenue in 2024 and will distribute NT$2.85 per share in dividends, reflecting continued financial resilience.

(Last access: 02.06.2025 / Taiwan News)