Why should I start a business in Taiwan?

Feb 21, 2012 | Why 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?

Feb 21, 2012 | General

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?

Feb 21, 2012 | General

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...

Is Taiwan a good place to start a business?

Feb 14, 2012 | General

Generally and relatively speaking, yes. Taiwan has many advantages, whether is its geographical location, its thriving IT industry, or its friendly people. More importantly, the costs of starting a business is much more affordable than perhaps in the U.S. or in Japan....