TAIPEI (WiMAX Day). Far EasTone Telecommunications announced after it was awarded a license for WiMAX in Taiwan last week, the company plans to launch WiMAX services over the next year. The company also will seek partners to ensure its ability to cover the north of Taiwan. Far EasTone was awarded a license only in the south of Taiwan and a partnership with a license holder in the north will ensure compatibility of services such as roaming, and also possible sharing of investment.