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Taiwan Blocks Mainland Exhibitors from Computex 2026

6/3/2026

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Taiwan Blocks Exhibitors

Taiwan authorities have denied entry permits to mainland Chinese exhibitors for Computex 2026 in Taipei.
The National Immigration Agency says it reviews applications per established procedures and consults relevant authorities.
No formal rejections were issued, but permits remain pending or face last-minute document demands.
Among 219 listed mainland exhibitors, none of their staff secured permits, according to three mainland workers interviewed.
Two cross-strait travel agencies said none of their clients, including official exhibitors, received approvals this year.
Mainland travel to Taiwan dropped to 58,708 in Q1 2026, a 13% year-over-year decline, per the interior ministry.

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Taiwan Blocks Exhibitors

Taiwan authorities have denied entry permits to mainland Chinese exhibitors for Computex 2026 in Taipei.
The National Immigration Agency says it reviews applications per established procedures and consults relevant authorities.
No formal rejections were issued, but permits remain pending or face last-minute document demands.
Among 219 listed mainland exhibitors, none of their staff secured permits, according to three mainland workers interviewed.
Two cross-strait travel agencies said none of their clients, including official exhibitors, received approvals this year.
Mainland travel to Taiwan dropped to 58,708 in Q1 2026, a 13% year-over-year decline, per the interior ministry.

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