Taiwanese economy now in recession now after second straight quarter of losses . A recession is defined as two consecutive quarters of falling GDP . In January , Taiwan offered residents up to $ 100 each to stimulate economy . Growth of 8.36 percent followed third - quarter slump of one percent .
Taiwanese economy now in recession now after second straight quarter of losses . In January , Taiwan offered residents up to $ 100 each to stimulate economy . Growth of 8.36 percent followed third - quarter slump of one percent .