The Taipei Times launched on June 15, 1999, with the mission of presenting a voice long absent in the Taiwanese media: an English-language journal of record for national and international readers, presented from a Taiwanese perspective.

Over the years, the Taipei Times has worked hard to meet this goal and share with its readers an enthusiasm for this nation’s people and their significant achievements in politics, business, sports, the arts and sciences, recreation and everyday life.

Part of the Liberty Times group, the Taipei Times strongly supports the protection of Taiwan’s democracy in an increasingly complex and unpredictable region. Nevertheless, the Taipei Times endeavors to cover events as they unfold with balance and a critical eye. It also holds government and legislative players to account, regardless of affiliation, for their contributions to the nation. In addition, the Taipei Times draws from a variety of news agencies and outlets to provide comprehensive coverage of international news.

Under the motto “Bringing Taiwan to the world and the world to Taiwan,” the Taipei Times strives to present an objective, Taiwan-oriented newspaper devoted to providing accurate and timely information to readers both in Taiwan and abroad.

The Taipei Times aims to enhance the nation’s profile among international readers; we print penetrating reports on local breaking news, politics, society, business and culture, as well as incisive, insightful analysis of the political scene.

Over more than 2 decades of uninterrupted daily publication, amid threats of war and while devastating typhoons raged, the Taipei Times has grown to become one of the most authoritative and trusted voices among English media in Asia.