Taiwanese startups looking to expand overseas met international investors, industry leaders and startup ecosystem partners at the 2026 Taiwan Startup World Cup Taipei, a two-day event organized by CnC Venture that brought together startups and international judges and guests from the United States, Germany, Israel, Japan, Thailand and Vietnam.

Officials say the government is considering adding provisions specifically designed to strengthen Taiwan’s startup ecosystem. The proposals follow calls from startup representatives for regulatory sandboxes, tax reforms and better support for entrepreneurs recovering from failed ventures.

The annual Meet Greater South startup conference has opened at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, with city and central government officials emphasizing AI applications and financing.

LOPIA plans to open Taiwan’s first PREMIO supermarket at Hanshin Department Store in Kaohsiung on Sept. 12, 2026.

Kaohsiung retail workers raised safety concerns after major department stores remained open during the city’s second consecutive heavy-rain closure.

Meet Greater South will bring startups, technology providers and business forums to the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center on Aug. 28 and 29.