Recent Publications

Taiwan Economic Research Monthly Analysis of International Trade and Industrial Policy Landscape after the US Election ‧ This special topic focuses on the current global economic transformation and challenges, particularly the new US leadership's economic and political strategic adjustments, and their impact on international trade, supply chains, green transformation, and global labor regulations. The feature articles first review the continuity and changes in the US's economic and political strategies, viewing the US-China trade and technology conflicts as key turning points. They explore how disputes between the two countries have driven the resilience and restructuring of global supply chains, and their impact on the worldwide supply chain's structure and evolution. The US CHIPS and Science Act has not only influenced US industrial development but has also profoundly affected the industrial landscape in the Asia-Pacific region. Through a comprehensive analysis of chip development strategies across the United States, China, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea, the articles examine how these nations strategically position themselves to gain competitive advantages and explore collaborative opportunities within high-tech industrial sectors. Additionally, they explore potential future cooperation areas between Taiwan and the United States, including high-tech, manufacturing, and green energy, which could become important starting points for innovation and development between businesses in both countries. Furthermore, the feature articles delve into the development of "due diligence" regulations, particularly in the international regulatory environment led by EU countries. They discuss how businesses can respond to increasingly stringent regulations, maintain compliance, and promote sustainable development.