Taipei Times

Taipei Times is an English-language newspaper published in Taiwan. It was established on June 15, 1999, by the Liberty Times Group, which publishes the Chinese-language Liberty Times - the newspaper with the highest circulation in Taiwan. The Taipei Times is the group's English-language paper and is aimed at foreigners and English-speaking Taiwanese.

History

The Taipei Times was launched on June 15, 1999, as part of the Liberty Times Group. The group was founded by Lin Rong-San, a businessman and philanthropist, and it also includes the Liberty Times, the most widely read newspaper in Taiwan. The Taipei Times was established to provide an English-language news source in Taiwan.

Content

The Taipei Times covers a wide range of topics, including news, business, sports, and culture. It also features opinion pieces, editorials, and special reports. The newspaper is known for its in-depth coverage of national and international news. The business section provides comprehensive coverage of business and economic news from Taiwan and around the world. The sports section covers a wide range of sports, with a particular focus on baseball, which is a popular sport in Taiwan. The culture section features articles on arts, entertainment, lifestyle, and travel.

Online Presence

In addition to its print edition, the Taipei Times also has a strong online presence. Its website offers all the content from the print edition, as well as web-exclusive content. The website is updated throughout the day, providing readers with the latest news and information.

Reception

The Taipei Times has been praised for its comprehensive coverage of news and its commitment to journalistic integrity. It is considered a reliable source of news by many in the English-speaking community in Taiwan.

See Also

• Liberty Times
• Media of Taiwan
• Newspapers in Taiwan