Why should I start a business in Taiwan?

Put simply, Taiwan is an attractive place to live, it possesses an open business environment and entrepreneurial spirit, it is conveniently located, and there are various incentives to foreigners intending to start a business on the Island (for instance, foreigners...

Can a foreigner own 100% of his Taiwanese company?

Can a foreigner own 100% of a Taiwanese company? Yes. Unlike in Thailand, for instance, where a foreigner cannot own 100% of a company, the Taiwanese government allows a foreigner to own 100% of a Taiwanese company.

What do I need to know to start a business in Taiwan?

This is a subjective question, and will depend on a lot of factors. Will you be going alone, or starting your business with a local Taiwanese partner? Do you speak and read/write Chinese? Do you intend to educate yourself on accounting, tax, and legal issues? Or, will...