Even as TSMC’s international footprint reaches unprecedented scale, the center of gravity of global chip manufacturing remains—and for the foreseeable future will continue to remain—firmly anchored in Taiwan.

Kaohsiung City’s “station front” makeover moves from concept to contract, with a three-tower, mixed-use redevelopment designed to turn foot traffic into long-term commercial gravity.

Industry sources in Kaohsiung have confirmed the latest rumors, saying the proposed hotel brand has been upgraded to Le Méridien, which sits in Marriott’s Premium tier. However, the group that owns the property has so far declined to officially confirm any brand partnership.

By Eryk Michael Smith/Staff KAOHSIUNG — Pier F Cangsan Warehouse (棧叁庫), a redeveloped waterfront facility…

Company says Kaohsiung R&D center will be an important addition to its Hsinchu factory and office in Taipei.

The Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport development in Fengshan District (鳳山區), marked a major milestone in what will become the company’s third LaLaport shopping complex in Taiwan.