European Union & Taiwan
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European Union: The European Union>>> is facing a proposed 10% additional tariff, despite having recently approved a trade deal with Washington. EU lawmakers have described the USTR's findings as 'utterly absurd'.
Taiwan: Taiwan>>> is among the economies facing a proposed 10% additional tariff, with its officials expressing hope for preferential treatment based on existing agreements.
Jun 02, 2026 · 125 articles
International
European Union: The EU criticized the tariffs as unfounded but noted that its capped 10% rate aligns with bilateral trade agreements, providing some stability.
Taiwan: Taiwan's tariff rate is capped at 10% under trade agreements, limiting the impact.
Apr 20, 2026 · 318 articles
International
European Union: The European Union's semiconductor industry faces a 'bleak future' due to external dependencies and internal weaknesses, as highlighted by a new report. The European Union is attempting to shore up its industry with initiatives like the Chips Act 2.0 and joining Pax Silica.
Taiwan: The risk of a war in the Taiwan Strait is identified as a major threat to the supply of advanced chips, given Taiwan's dominance in manufacturing.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
International
European Union: The European Union has criticized China's new law on ethnic unity, which China dismissed as a 'malicious smear' and interference in its internal affairs.
Taiwan: Taiwan has strongly condemned China's new law, viewing it as an expansion of threats and intimidation against its people and other nations. The law increases risks for Taiwanese traveling abroad and raises concerns about potential legal actions against them by China.
Jun 28, 2026 · 25 articles
International
European Union: The European Union>>> posted messages marking the anniversary, aligning with international condemnation of China>>>'s actions.
Taiwan: Taiwan's President, Lai Ching-te, used the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown to press China to acknowledge the event and open dialogue, reinforcing Taiwan's democratic stance and its ongoing political tension with China.
Jun 03, 2026 · 30 articles
International
European Union: The European Union>>> is advancing strategic dialogue with India>>>, focusing on shared security interests and deepening defense cooperation.
Taiwan: Taiwan is awaiting a multi-billion-dollar arms sale from the United States, a decision that rests with Donald Trump and is a point of contention with China.
May 25, 2026 · 242 articles
International
European Union: The European Union>>> is overhauling its migration policy with new deportation and detention center plans, drawing comparisons to the Trump administration's policies.
Taiwan: Taiwan>>> is the recipient of potential arms sales from the United States>>>, a move opposed by China>>>. This issue affects international relations and the defense industry.
Jun 01, 2026 · 62 articles
Domestic
European Union: Participant; gains from supply chain diversification.
Taiwan: Key semiconductor producer; Foxconn anchor investor; benefits from expanded market.
Jul 31, 2026 · 6 articles
International
European Union: The EU is named as a Tier 1 economy, potentially affecting its trade relations with the U.S.
Taiwan: Taiwan is named as a Tier 1 economy, potentially facing increased scrutiny of its exports.
Aug 13, 2026 · 61 articles
International
European Union: Attended meetings, concerned about Middle East and regional stability.
Taiwan: South China Sea claimant, China's drills near Taiwan raised tensions.
Jul 19, 2026 · 131 articles
International
European Union: Issued a separate statement reaffirming the 2016 ruling as a landmark decision.
Taiwan: Claimant in the South China Sea; not a signatory to the statement.
Apr 20, 2026 · 52 articles
Regulatory
European Union: EU drone producers face a 15% tariff, which may increase costs and reduce competitiveness in the US market.
Taiwan: Taiwanese drone manufacturers face a 15% tariff, potentially affecting their US market access.
Aug 13, 2026 · 26 articles
Business
European Union: The European Union is mentioned as a region where Jyong Biotech holds invention patents for its drug candidates, indicating future market potential.
Taiwan: Taiwan is the headquarters of Jyong Biotech and the location of its R&D subsidiary, Health Ever Biotech, playing a role in clinical trials and scientific development.
May 29, 2026 · 7 articles
International
European Union: European Union factories are facing soaring costs and supply shocks due to the Iran war, impacting manufacturing activity and pushing up inflation.
Taiwan: Tensions over Taiwan were mentioned as simmering beneath diplomatic cordiality during the Trump-Xi summit, contributing to global geopolitical risks.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
Business
European Union: EU trade deficit with China remains large; trade feud continues with surplus of $32.9 billion in June.
Taiwan: China's imports from Taiwan rose 41.1% in June, driven by chip purchases.
Jul 10, 2026 · 86 articles
Business
European Union: Soft wheat exports down year-on-year; crop estimates raised by Coceral and Expana.
Taiwan: Taiwan was a significant buyer of new crop wheat sales from the United States.
Jun 03, 2026 · 91 articles
Business
European Union: The European Union is a focus market for OwlTing, with a VASP registration in Poland. The platform's regulatory compliance in the EU supports its cross-border operations.
Taiwan: Taiwan is the founding location of OwlTing Group, and the company has subsidiaries there. It is part of the company's global footprint.
Jul 23, 2026 · 10 articles
Regulatory
European Union: The European Union, under its MiCA regime, is mentioned as a jurisdiction that has moved crypto into licensed finance, similar to Taiwan's new approach.
Taiwan: Taiwan has passed a comprehensive crypto law, moving from light-touch registration to full financial supervision of the sector, aiming to establish itself as a regulated digital asset market.
Jul 01, 2026 · 6 articles
International
European Union: The EU is subject to forced-labor tariffs and has called them unjustified. It may face further trade actions from the US.
Taiwan: Taiwan faces 10% forced-labor tariff.
Jul 16, 2026 · 305 articles
Business
European Union: The EU granted Orphan Drug Designation for YA-101, providing incentives for development.
Taiwan: Taiwan is a trial site and the home country of Dasher Neuroscience's listing.
Jul 28, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
European Union: The United States had a goods trade deficit with the European Union in April.
Taiwan: The United States had a goods trade deficit with Taiwan in April.
May 29, 2026 · 17 articles
International
European Union: The European Union is mentioned as a comparative example for the duration of trade agreement negotiations, highlighting the relatively faster pace of the India-United States talks.
Taiwan: Taiwan is among the 54 economies listed by the United States — United States Trade Representative that could face additional tariffs due to concerns about goods produced with forced labor.
May 21, 2026 · 109 articles
Business
European Union: The European Union provides data on household assets held in financial securities, highlighting the lower proportion in Europe compared to the United States.
Taiwan: Qualified investors in Taiwan might be able to buy SpaceX shares, subject to local eligibility requirements and restrictions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 457 articles
Business
European Union: The EU is mentioned as an initial focus market. No direct impact.
Taiwan: Taiwan is the headquarters location of Jyong Biotech and where some trials were conducted. No direct impact.
Jul 23, 2026 · 9 articles
Regulatory
European Union: Companies from the European Union can qualify for a reduced 10% tariff on products composed entirely of U.S.-melted or poured aluminum or steel.
Taiwan: Companies from Taiwan can qualify for a reduced 10% tariff on products composed entirely of U.S.-melted or poured aluminum or steel.
Jun 01, 2026 · 24 articles
International
European Union: The European Union is among the economies facing potential 10% tariffs from the US due to an investigation into alleged forced labor, which could impact its trade relations.
Taiwan: Taiwan is among the countries facing potential 10% tariffs from the US due to an investigation into alleged forced labor, which could impact its trade relations.
Jun 03, 2026 · 97 articles
International
Taiwan: Taiwan provided guest contributions to the inaugural PaxSilica Summit.
Jan 12, 2026 · 11 articles
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