Taiwan
Taiwan is an island in East Asia. It is also known as Formosa in Portuguese. Taiwan is governed by the Republic of China. Shaped roughly like a sweet potato, the nation is one of the most densely populated places in the world. Taiwan is known for steep mountains and lush forests.
Climate of Taiwan
Taiwan has a marine tropical climate, meaning cool winters and humid summers. Spring is also nice, although it rains more than during autumn.
Economy of Taiwan
Taiwan has a dynamic capitalist economy. Taiwan has transformed itself from an underdeveloped, agricultural island to an economic power that is a leading producer of high-technology goods. Taiwan is now a creditor economy holding one of the world's largest foreign exchange reserves. Foreign trade has been the engine of Taiwan's rapid growth.
Education of Taiwan
The Taiwanese educational system produces pupils with some of the highest test scores in the world, especially in mathematics and science. Although current law mandates only nine years of schooling, 95% of students go on to high school, trade school or college.
