- Taiwan's economy grew 8.63% in 2025, the highest in 15 years, excluding price changes.
- Increased exports, especially of semiconductors fueled by AI expansion, significantly boosted growth.
- Strong private consumption and robust US export orders contributed to Taiwan’s economic performance.

A: Hey Sakura! Did you hear any news about Taiwan recently?

B: Oh, hi Kenji! No, what’s up?

A: Apparently, Taiwan’s economy did really well last year! Like, super well.

B: Wow! Seriously? How much?

A: They said it grew 8.63 percent! It’s the biggest jump in like, fifteen years!

B: That's amazing! What made it happen?

A: Mostly because they're selling *tons* of semiconductors, you know, those tiny chips for electronics?

B: Ah, right! And I heard AI is using a lot of them now?

A: Exactly! Everyone needs them for AI stuff. They’re selling even *more* to the US than they are to China!

B: That’s surprising! America’s buying so much?

A: Yeah! People are also buying lots of things in Taiwan, which helped too.

B: So, everything’s going really well for Taiwan then?

A: Seems like it! One of the experts said the demand for semiconductors is even stronger than they thought. And America hasn't put any high taxes on Taiwanese goods, so it’s been easy to sell.

B: That's fantastic news for them! I hope it keeps going!