AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTaiwan-US Trade Tensions: Taiwan’s vice premier urged Washington to clarify semiconductor tariff exemption quotas and preferential terms under a January MOU, saying the U.S. has no timetable for Section 232 chip tariffs but Taiwan already secured protections for chipmakers investing in the U.S. Cross-Strait Military Pressure: China told Taiwan not to “interfere” in Chinese air force missions around the island, after Beijing’s manoeuvres drew Taipei complaints. AI Investment Spotlight: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said Taiwan is the “epicenter” of the AI revolution and that Nvidia’s annual spending tied to Taiwan’s AI supply chain could reach US$150 billion. Local Economy & Markets: The Taiwan Stock Exchange is studying longer trading hours and odd-lot reforms to better serve retail investors as the market rides the AI-led rally. Transport Disruptions: Freight and Puyuma Express incidents in Taitung disrupted rail service, with some trains terminating early and refunds available. Tech & Display News: Samsung Display will unveil the world’s first 4K 360Hz QD-OLED monitors at COMPUTEX in Taipei. Public Safety: Rapid saliva drug tests helped triple DUI-related cases referred to prosecutors from January to April, with meth and ketamine among the most common substances. Culture & Lifestyle: Eslite plans a second Japan store in Osaka in 2027, expanding its overseas retail footprint.
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