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The article looks at the differences in the economic models of East Asian countries. Hong Kong operates a currency board and the country also has a highly flexible prices and wages. Its banking system is another strength of Hong Kong, with banks having a capital adequacy ratios of 15% to 20%. Singapore's economy, on the other hand, is relatively free and open despite government intervention. The small domestic market of Singapore, however, is its weakness. The industrial policies of Taiwan are more flexible compared to South Korea. Taiwan has a large foreign exchange reserves, a current account surplus, little foreign borrowing and a healthy banking sector. South Korea, meanwhile, is dominated by chaebols, which makes it the most controlled and distorted economy.

Discusses the `Six-Year National Development Plan' announced by the Taiwanese government to address many of the social and environmental problems the country has inherited with its economic success. Imperfections in water, soil and pollution; Leisure facilities are rare; Roads inadequate; Quality of life for average Taiwanese is poor; Farm leases and farm rentals proposed; More.

The article discusses the politics and governmental agencies of Taiwan, focusing on economic crisis, increasing number of pensioners leading to low death rate, and high birth rate. It also discusses the political and democratic strategies of government, ratio of working people versus pensioners, and plans of President Tsai Ing-wen to improve economic conditions.

Discusses current economic developments in Taiwan. Plans to modernize the nation's infrastructure and generally improve the quality of life of its 20 million people; Hoped-for diplomatic concessions from other nations; Actions by the government; Additional information.

Analyzes signs that Taiwan's capital markets are creeping into the modern age. Role of the stockmarket, bond market, and the banking system; The government needs to privatize much of the public sector and issue debt; Foreign investors; Hong Kong's experience after its crash of 1973; Other ways in which capital will be tapped; New banks; Details.

Reports on the action by Taiwan's central bank to switch its foreign-exchange reserves to foreign banks and the Federal Reserve at the start of the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Reasons given by the Taiwanese officials for their action.

Reports on the efforts of Taiwan to immunize itself against the currency crisis afflicting Southeast Asia. The large amounts of money being spent to prop up the New Taiwan dollar; The central bank's reputation for extreme caution; Financial data; Analysis.