Ep. 21 American Businesses in Taiwan: Navigating Trade, Energy, and Geopolitical Challenges

Host Wenchi Yu speaks with Carl Wegner, President of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Taiwan, about the implications of Trump 2.0's policies for Taiwan. The conversation highlights that beyond tariffs, American businesses also worry about energy stability, lack of a US-Taiwan double-taxation treaty, Taiwan's aging population, and geopolitical dynamics. Wegner explains that despite the uncertainty, American investment in Taiwan continues to be strong, with a survey showing over 70% of members plan to maintain or increase their investments. The discussion also touches on promising non-semiconductor industries in Taiwan, such as defense, clean energy, and biotech, as well as the increasing awareness of Taiwan in Washington D.C.  

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