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Taiwan's exports hit record on AI hardware demand

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Taiwan is home to TSMC, the world's leading contract chipmaker, and many server makers. Global spending on AI data centres has driven strong demand for its products.

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Friday, October 9, 2026 · Day 2 · Economy · Taipei, Taiwan

Taiwan's exports hit record on AI hardware demand

Taiwan's finance ministry said September exports reached a record US$87.2 billion and imports a record $63.6 billion, giving a record trade surplus of $23.6 billion. It credited demand for AI-related hardware.

Why it matters: The figures show the AI investment boom continues to drive global tech supply chains centred on Taiwan.

Sources: AFP · See it on the globe

Thursday, October 8, 2026 · Day 1 · Economy · Taipei, Taiwan

Taiwan's exports hit record on AI hardware demand

Taiwan's finance ministry said September exports reached a record US$87.2 billion and imports a record $63.6 billion. The trade surplus hit a record $23.6 billion, driven by demand for AI-related hardware.

Why it matters: Taiwan's trade data is a bellwether for the global artificial intelligence investment boom.

Sources: AFP · See it on the globe

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