Grab-Foodpanda deal raises security concerns in Taiwan over Alibaba, Huawei ties
By Yonnex Li ( May 8, 2026, 08:05 GMT | Insight) -- Taiwan's transport ministry will raise national security concerns over Grab's ties to Alibaba and Huawei as the island's antitrust regulator prepares to review the Singapore-based company's proposed acquisition of Foodpanda's local operations. The move comes amid intensifying government concerns over cybersecurity risks linked to Beijing, including threats posed by the Gaode mapping service.Taiwan's transport ministry will raise national security concerns over Grab's ties to Alibaba and Huawei as the island's antitrust regulator prepares to review the Singapore-based company's proposed acquisition of Foodpanda's local operations....
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