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Team Taiwan athletes gear up for World University Games

2025-07-21 Taiwan Today

A total of 89 members from Taiwan’s national team marched in the opening ceremony of the World University Games July 16 in Duisburg, Germany, according to the Ministry of Education.

President Lai meets President of Guatemalan Congress Nery Abilio Ramos y Ramos

2025-07-18 Office of the President

On the morning of July 17, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Nery Abilio Ramos y Ramos, the president of the Congress of the Republic of Guatemala.

MOFA sincerely thanks Pope Leo XIV for publicly extending sympathies to Taiwan over losses caused by Typhoon Danas

2025-07-18 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On July 16, Holy See Press Office Director Matteo Bruni stated that after learning about the casualties and severe damage caused by Typhoon Danas in Taiwan, Pope Leo XIV had been praying for those affected by the disaster and had instructed the Office of Papal Charities to provide concrete aid to the people of Taiwan.

NCPI kicks off Taiwan-France photography exhibition ‘Vanités Modernes’

2025-07-18 Ministry of Culture

The National Center of Photography and Images (NCPI) held the opening ceremony of the exhibition “Vanités Modernes (虛空之境：當代攝影中的領土與都市凝視)” on July 17. With contributions from 19 talented artists from both Taiwan and France, the exhibition, featuring two subthemes “Nos Territoires” and “La Ville,” delves into the interplay between humanity, landscape, urban existence, and contemporary society as captured through the camera lens.

Overseas Community Affairs Council R.O.C. (TAIWAN) Host the 2025 Taiwanese Culture and Folk Art Teacher Training Program

2025-07-18 Overseas Community Affairs Council

To cultivate overseas cultural teachers and event planning talent, the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) is joining with National Taiwan University of Sport (NTUS) this summer to hold the two-week “2025 Taiwanese Culture and Folk Art Teaching Training Program”. The OCAC was represented by Chen Po-Chin, Deputy Director of the Department of Overseas Compatriate Education Affairs, who welcomed the overseas cultural seed teachers to Taiwan at the program’s opening ceremony on July 17. She encouraged the trainees to make good use of their participation to enhance their cultural teaching and event planning competences and to apply what they learn to overseas Mandarin and cultural teaching and various promotional activities after they graduate. Then they can contribute to building bridges for the promotion of Taiwan’s diverse culture around the world.

MOFA response to French government’s National Strategic Review 2025 conveying concern over Taiwan and cross-strait security

2025-07-17 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On July 14, the French government released its National Strategic Review 2025, which mentioned the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan six times.

Creative Expo Taiwan to expand for its largest edition in August

2025-07-17 Ministry of Culture

The 2025 Creative Expo Taiwan (CET), titled “Water Scapes,” is set to take place at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park and Nangang Exhibition Center in Taipei from Aug. 2 to 11. The Ministry of Culture (MOC) held a prelaunch press conference to promote the CET on July 16, with Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Deputy Minister Sue Wang, and other distinguished guests in attendance.

MOI Releases English-Language Air-Raid Shelter Infographic Helping Foreign Nationals in Taiwan Respond Quickly and Stay Safe

2025-07-17 Ministry of the Interior

In preparation for the upcoming 2025 Urban Resilience (Air-Defense) Exercises, scheduled to take place regionally from July 15 to 18, the Ministry of the Interior (MOI) has released a new English-language infographic to help foreign nationals understand how to respond quickly and appropriately during an air-raid alarm.

Czech music festival to feature Taiwanese Indigenous musicians

2025-07-17 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Prague, Taiwanese Amis rock band Outlet Drift (漂流出口) and singer-writer Chih-Chih (吱吱) will be featured at the Colours of Ostrava, the iconic Czech music festival.

Ministry of Environment hosts green diet forum

2025-07-17 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Environment staged a forum on sustainable food July 16 in Taipei City, spotlighting government commitment to societal transformation to a sustainable lifestyle.

Safeguarding the Health of Our Maritime Heroes: NIA Hosts Free Medical and Haircut Services for Foreign Crew Members

2025-07-17 Ministry of the Interior

Every summer, Donggang becomes a bustling hub for Taiwan’s tuna fishing season—also marking the busiest time of year for the “maritime heroes” who work tirelessly at sea. To support the health and well-being of these foreign crew members, the Kaohsiung Port Border Affairs Brigade, Border Affairs Corps of the National Immigration Agency (NIA) joined forces with the Tzu Chi International Medical Association, the Pingtung County Public Health Bureau, the Donggang Fishermen’s Association, the Fisheries Agency of the Ministry of Agriculture, the Pingtung Mobile Health Promotion and Rehabilitation Association, the Taiwan Tuna Longline Association, and HAPPYHAIR to host a free medical and haircut event on Sunday, July 13, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Donggang Fishermen’s Association.

Premier Cho outlines asset management hub development plans

2025-07-16 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai said July 15 that the government is implementing measures and regulatory easing to transform Taiwan into a global asset management hub.

FM Lin received by Paraguayan president

2025-07-16 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung met with President Santiago Peña Palacios of Paraguay July 14 during his eight-day trip to the South American ally to celebrate the 68th anniversary of diplomatic ties, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

International seminar on supporting reformed offenders held in Taipei

2025-07-16 Taiwan Today

The 2025 Feel Warmth, Rehabilitate with Love International Academic Seminar is underway through July 16 in Taipei City, underscoring shared commitment to prisoner rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

NMH hosts international exhibition ‘Formosa Orchids Blossom – Taipei Edition’

2025-07-16 Ministry of Culture

The National Museum of History (NMH) and the University Museum, The University of Tokyo (UMUT), co-launched the exhibition “Formosa Orchids Blossom – Taipei Edition (臺灣蘭花百姿－臺北展)” on July 14. Focusing on the orchids of Taiwan, the exhibition showcases over 200 valuable items that span both the natural sciences and the arts.

Taiwan attends NMEA annual meeting in US

2025-07-16 Taiwan Today

A Taiwan delegation participated in the 50th annual National Marine Educators Association conference June 29-July 3 in the U.S. state of Louisiana, underscoring the government’s commitment to deepening ocean education exchanges with partners, the Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council said.

MOFA sincerely thanks Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba for publicly extending sympathies to Taiwan over losses caused by Typhoon Danas

2025-07-15 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In the evening of July 12, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba posted a message on social media platform X extending sympathies to Taiwan over the losses caused by Typhoon Danas and expressing the hope that all those affected would be able to resume their normal lives as soon as possible.

MOFA response to Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya reiterating importance of cross-strait peace and stability during bilateral meeting with China’s Foreign Minister Wang

2025-07-15 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya on July 10 met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting in Malaysia. Foreign Minister Iwaya stressed that cross-strait peace and stability were important to Japan and the international community. China’s large-scale military drills around Taiwan were incompatible with these goals, he said. He also reiterated opposition to any attempt to unilaterally change the status quo by force or coercion and stressed Japan’s serious concern over China’s expansion of naval and air activities near Japan and in the East China Sea, as these had contributed to a deteriorating regional situation.

MOFA response to UK-France leaders’ declaration reaffirming commitment to Taiwan Strait peace and stability

2025-07-15 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom and President Emmanuel Macron of France met in London on July 10 for the 37th UK-France summit. In a declaration issued after their meeting, the two leaders said that European security was inextricably linked to the Indo-Pacific and that they would strengthen their coordination and work together for a free, open, and sovereign Indo-Pacific. They also jointly reaffirmed their commitment to peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula, in the South and East China Seas, and in the Taiwan Strait, calling for the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates this declaration.

Taiwan, Vietnam expand educational cooperation

2025-07-15 Taiwan Today

Taiwan and Vietnam signed an updated version of an educational cooperation agreement July 11 in Taipei City, marking another milestone in the bilateral relationship.

‘We Taiwan’ to screen classic Taiwanese films at Expo 2025 Osaka

2025-07-15 Ministry of Culture

Organized by the Ministry of Culture (MOC), the cultural program titled “We Taiwan” will take place from Aug. 2 to 20 at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan. The program is poised to showcase the creative energy in Taiwan’s artistic field with four thematic sections. Apart from art exhibitions, ten classic Taiwanese films have been selected by Taiwan Film & Audiovisual Institute (TFAI) for screening at the Osaka City Central Public Hall for the Expo from Aug. 11 through 20.

Taiwanese artist Yen Chun Lin featured at Norbergfestival in Sweden

2025-07-15 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Cultural Division of the Taipei Representative Office in the U.K., Berlin-based Taiwanese artist Yen Chun Lin (林彥君) participated in Norbergfestival in Sweden from July 10 to 12. Responding to this year’s festival theme, “re/growth,” she presented “Here, a nut falls twice,” an all-night performance at Mimerlaven on July 10.

Documentary on Taiwan’s Eiffel bridges to air Bastille Day

2025-07-15 Taiwan Today

A 24-minute documentary on Taiwan bridges designed by Colombes-based Eiffel at the end of the 19th century is set to air July 14 on the TaiwanPlus TV channel and TaiwanPlus Docs YouTube channel.

President Lai presents flag to Summer World University Games team

2025-07-14 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te presented the team flag to athletes heading to the 2025 Summer World University Games July 11, wishing them success in the competition to win honor for Taiwan.

Taiwan gears up for next-gen communications

2025-07-14 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai said July 10 that Taiwan must seize the opportunity to lead in next-generation communications, including 6G and broadband satellite technologies.

Foreign Minister Lin meets with Paraguayan Foreign Minister Ramírez, cohosts reception celebrating 68th anniversary of diplomatic relations

2025-07-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

After arriving in Paraguay in the evening of July 10, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung visited the Paraguayan Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the morning of the following day to meet with Minister of Foreign Affairs Rubén Ramírez Lezcano. The two reviewed progress made on key components of the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, which is being implemented by the government of Taiwan under the policy framework of integrated diplomacy. Based on mutual trust and mutual benefit, Taiwan and Paraguay are jointly promoting exchanges in economics, trade, investment, infrastructure, smart medicine, technology, education, and smart transportation. Cooperation has brought prosperity to both countries and benefited the Taiwanese and Paraguayan people.

MOFA response to Czech President Pavel lauding successful Taiwan-Czech cooperation at Ukraine Recovery Conference

2025-07-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

President of the Czech Republic Petr Pavel on July 10 attended the fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, where he explained Czech contributions to Ukraine’s reconstruction in an address to a plenary session with heads of state and government. In his remarks, he highlighted a successful project undertaken by the Czech Republic and Taiwan to provide safe drinking water to 380,000 residents of Dnipropetrovsk in eastern Ukraine and deliver power generation equipment to Kharkiv to give local people access to electricity. He stressed that these endeavors were a model of cooperation between like-minded democracies.

VP Hsiao receives World Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce delegation

2025-07-11 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim received the World Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce delegation at the Presidential Office July 10 in Taipei City, anticipating its continued contributions to the rise of Taiwan visibility on the international stage.

Winners of National Cultural Award honored in Taipei

2025-07-11 Taiwan Today

The winners of the 44th National Cultural Award were honored July 10 in Taipei City for their contributions to preserving Taiwan’s traditional artistry and culture.

Foreign Minister Lin hosts welcome luncheon for Haitian Foreign Minister Jean-Baptiste

2025-07-11 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a luncheon on July 7 for a delegation from the Republic of Haiti led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Jean-Victor Harvel Jean-Baptiste and his wife.

Foreign Minister Lin delivers remarks at opening of 2025 ILA-ASIL Asia-Pacific Research Forum, urges democracies to jointly address challenges posed by authoritarian expansion

2025-07-11 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung on July 7 attended the opening of the 2025 International Law Association-American Society of International Law Asia-Pacific Research Forum, where he addressed more than 50 noted international scholars from over 20 nations.

Festival der Zukunft 2025 in Munich features five Taiwanese artworks

2025-07-11 Ministry of Culture

The Cultural Division of the Taipei Representative Office in the Federal Republic of Germany, in collaboration with German startup 1E9 Denkfabrik GmbH, showcased a selection of Taiwanese artworks at the Festival der Zukunft, held from July 3 to 6. This event also highlighted Taiwan as the country in focus for the XR program MUNICH Beyond.

14 Taiwanese films to premiere at 24th New York Asian Film Festival

2025-07-11 Ministry of Culture

With the Taipei Cultural Center’s support, the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) is set to present a series of special screenings featuring fourteen Taiwanese films making their premiere from July 11 to 27. Six screenings will include a post-screening talk with talented filmmakers and actors from the films.

Foreign Minister Lin leads delegation to Paraguay

2025-07-10 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung is leading a delegation of industry representatives to Paraguay to celebrate the 68th anniversary of official ties and deepen bilateral trade relations.

Deputy Foreign Minister Wu welcomes EVIP delegation

2025-07-10 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu hosted a reception for legislative staff from seven European countries July 8 in Taipei City as part of its European Valued Important Partnership initiative.

Taiwan discusses climate resilience with ally Haiti, net zero with Lithuania

2025-07-10 Taiwan Today

Minister of Environment Peng Chi-ming met with a delegation from ally Haiti led by Foreign Minister Jean-Victor Harvel Jean-Baptiste, July 8 in Taipei City. On the same day, Peng also met with the Lithuania-Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship Group led by Chair Ruslanas Baranovas, the Ministry of Environment announced.

2025 Taiwan-Ireland Poetry Translation Competition now open for submissions

2025-07-10 Ministry of Culture

Jointly organized by the National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL), the Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation at Trinity College Dublin, and the Taipei Representative Office in Ireland, the 2025 Taiwan-Ireland Poetry Translation Competition is now open for submissions through Sept. 10.

President Lai meets delegation led by Foreign Minister Jean-Victor Harvel Jean-Baptiste of Republic of Haiti

2025-07-09 Office of the President

On the morning of July 8, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Jean-Victor Harvel Jean-Baptiste of the Republic of Haiti and his wife.

VP Hsiao receives Lithuania parliamentary delegation

2025-07-09 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said July 7 that Taiwan is committed to working with Lithuania to strengthen societal resilience while deepening bilateral cooperation.

Premier Cho attends launch of National Inter-University Research and Education Park

2025-07-09 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai anticipated that the newly established National Inter-University Research and Education Park will accelerate personnel cultivation and the development of Taiwan’s science and technology industries.

MOFA extends sympathies following severe flooding in central Texas

2025-07-09 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The central region of the US state of Texas was recently hit by catastrophic flooding, causing major devastation. More than 80 people are confirmed to have died, including dozens of children, while an unknown number of people remain missing. Flood warnings currently remain in place across certain parts of the region.

Summit on Mandarin Education underway in Taipei

2025-07-09 Taiwan Today

The Cabinet-level Overseas Community Affairs Council is holding a biennial International Summit on Mandarin Education in Taiwan through July 9, underscoring commitment to advancing Mandarin language teaching.

Taiwan performing groups shine at Festival Off Avignon opening parade in France

2025-07-09 Ministry of Culture

The 59th Festival Off Avignon kicked off with an opening parade on July 4, featuring 1,347 international performing groups, including Taiwan’s Hung Dance (翃舞製作), Mailantia Dance Company (麥藍堤亞舞團), D_Antidote Production (身體處方), Formosa Circus Art (福爾摩沙馬戲團), Ping Shadow Dance Theatre (萍影舞集), and the Theatre Arts Department of Lee-Ming Institute of Technology (黎明技術學院戲劇系).

African elite agricultural personnel program commences in Taiwan

2025-07-08 Taiwan Today

A short-term training course for agricultural personnel from five African countries started July 7 in the southern county of Pingtung as part of deepening exchanges between Taiwan and the continent.

MOFA response to EU expressing concern over cross-strait status quo during 13th EU-China Strategic Dialogue

2025-07-07 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On July 2, European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi cochaired the 13th EU-China Strategic Dialogue in Brussels.

Taiwan steps up promotion of AI applications

2025-07-07 Taiwan Today

The National Science and Technology Council and Ministry of Economic Affairs held a joint event July 4 in the southern city of Tainan to showcase progress in promoting artificial intelligence innovation and smart applications through the Taiwan Smart System Integration and Manufacturing Platform.

Decision No. 8 of Taiwan-Paraguay ECA Enters into Force

2025-07-07 Ministry of Economic Affairs

Decision No. 8 of the Agreement on Economic Cooperation between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Republic of Paraguay formally entered into force on July 5, 2025.

France Arles Photography Festival features Taiwanese Indigenous works

2025-07-07 Ministry of Culture

The Taiwan Cultural Center in Paris, in collaboration with the Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation, presents a selection of Taiwanese works at the 56th Arles Photography Festival (Les Rencontres d'Arles), running from Jul. 7 to Oct. 5.

Foreign Minister Lin hosts welcome luncheon for Polish parliamentary delegation led by Deputy Horbatowski, announces Taiwan to open market to fresh blueberries from Poland

2025-07-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On July 1, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a luncheon for visiting deputies of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland—Łukasz Horbatowski, Marek Chmielewski, and Iwona Krawczyk—who also serve on the Polish-Taiwanese Parliamentarian Group. The two sides exchanged views on issues such as bilateral relations, economic and trade cooperation, and cultural exchanges.

Taiwan, Eswatini further enhance ties at 27th Economic and Technical Cooperation Conference

2025-07-04 Ministry of Economic Affairs

The 27th Economic and Technical Cooperation Conference between Taiwan and Eswatini was held on July 2, 2025, achieving positive results in terms of enhancing bilateral ties in various areas.

Cabinet steps up domestic investment promotion efforts

2025-07-04 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai said July 3 that the government is expanding the scope and duration of its three major investment promotion projects, and anticipates that the initiatives will create 80,000 more jobs and attract NT$1.2 trillion (US$41.6 billion) in domestic investment.

Media outlets laud Taiwan’s democratic resilience

2025-07-04 Taiwan Today

Taiwan’s democratic resilience as well as its semiconductor role were praised in articles recently published by media outlets La Tribune and L’Express, as well as Le Nouvelliste from Haiti, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said July 3.

Palau Praises School Meals Web Platform as Model for the Pacific

2025-07-04 International Cooperation and Development Fund

The Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM) in Palau has held a workshop for local officials on the use and development of its online platform for information about school lunches. Last month, the TTM launched the platform as part of efforts to assist the Palau Ministry of Education in managing school meal services.

In 2025, Sun Moon Lake welcomes back the L’Étape by Tour de France. This will be the tour’s first stop in Asia this year. The Tourism Administration invites cyclists from around the world to Taiwan to experience one of the world's top cycling events, which will be held on October 18th

2025-07-04 Taiwan Today

The historic Tour de France, the world’s best-known cycling event, launched the “L’Étape Series by Tour de France” to provide amateur cyclists an opportunity to experience the highest level of cycling events related to the Tour de France. In 2025, the “L’Étape Tour de France - Nutrilite Sun Moon Lake Station” will be held in Taiwan, the first Asian stop on the tour. The event is expected to attract more than 3,000 cyclists from over 30 countries, successfully lifting the profile of Taiwan Cycling Sports tourism on the international stage.

Taiwan promotes content creation at 2025 Licensing Japan

2025-07-04 Taiwan Today

A delegation comprising 10 original Taiwan characters’ intellectual property owners attended Japan’s largest character and brand licensing tradeshow, 2025 Licensing Japan, held July 2-4 in Tokyo.

VP Hsiao attends US Independence Day reception, vows to strengthen two-way ties

2025-07-03 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said July 2 that Taiwan is committed to strengthening cooperation with the U.S. and jointly promoting global development and prosperity.

Premier Cho reaffirms commitment to secure future

2025-07-03 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai July 2 called on all members of society to work together to maintain social stability, personal safety and property security in Taiwan.

TaiwanICDF Supports Pacific Mini Games with Fresh Produce, Sparking Agri-Food Buzz in Athletes' Village

2025-07-03 International Cooperation and Development Fund

The 12th Pacific Mini Games are being held in Palau from June 29 to July 9, 2025. In support of the Games’ promotion of healthy and sustainable diets, the Taiwan Technical Mission in Palau is providing fresh fruits and vegetables from its demonstration farm to the athletes’ village cafeteria. The mission has also set up an on-site booth to display locally grown fruit and vegetables, and provide nutrition education. The initiative will enable athletes from 24 participating countries to enjoy diverse, nutritious meals and embrace the spirit behind the TTM’s slogan for the program, “Eat local, fuel up, and go for the win.”

Taiwan stages international ocean forum

2025-07-03 Taiwan Today

The 2025 Taiwan International Ocean Forum kicked off July 2 in Taipei City, bringing over 100 experts, officials, policymakers and business sector representatives from more than 15 countries in the Indo-Pacific to shape a vision for regional security and sustainable development.

President Lai meets delegation from 2025 Taiwan International Ocean Forum

2025-07-02 Office of the President

On the afternoon of July 1, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the 2025 Taiwan International Ocean Forum (TIOF).

TA promotes Taiwan tourism in Japan

2025-07-02 Taiwan Today

A Taiwan delegation led by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ Tourism Administration hosted activities to promote Taiwan’s tourist attractions in Fukuoka, Kobe and Osaka June 27-30, highlighting government commitment to attracting more Japanese visitors to the country.

Taiwan Corner Extends to Africa: NCL Donates to the Kingdom of Eswatini

2025-07-02 National Central Library

To deepen the friendship between Taiwan and the Kingdom of Eswatini and promote cultural exchange between the two countries, the National Central Library (hereinafter referred to as NCL) presented a Taiwan Corner to the Eswatini National Library Service on July 1, 2025. Dr. Thambo Gina, Minister of Eswatini’s Ministry of Economic Planning and Development, accepted the donation on behalf of the national library.

NCL Showcases Thesis and Dissertation Applications at the 2025 ALA Annual Conference

2025-07-02 National Central Library

The National Central Library (NCL), Taiwan participated in the 2025 American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference, held in Philadelphia from June 26 to 30, showcasing the practical applications of its electronic theses and dissertations (ETD) collection. Ting-You Wu, Assistant Editor of NCL’s Knowledge Services Division, represented the Library at the event, participating in the poster session and a series of conference activities.

Joint TaiwanICDF-Paraguay HIS Now in 1,000 Public Hospitals

2025-07-02 International Cooperation and Development Fund

A health information system (HIS) developed jointly by the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) and partners in Paraguay is now in use in 1,000 public healthcare facilities in the country. Developed through collaboration between the TaiwanICDF, Paraguay’s Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare, and the Ministry of Information and Communication Technologies, the enhanced HIS now manages health data for more than 70% of Paraguay’s population. Implemented under the Health Information Management Efficiency Enhancement Project in Paraguay (Phase 3), the system marks a significant step toward universal digital healthcare in Paraguay.

Taiwan inks arrangement with European Energy Exchange

2025-07-02 Taiwan Today

Kaohsiung City-headquartered Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX) signed a memorandum of understanding with the European Energy Exchange June 27 in the German city of Leipzig.

Taitung, Okinawa expand cultural, musical exchanges

2025-07-02 Taiwan Today

A delegation from the National Taitung Living Art Center in southeastern Taiwan visited Japan’s Okinawa prefecture June 16-20 to deepen bilateral exchanges in culture, musical education and cross-border creation.

Edward Yang retrospective featured at French international film festival

2025-07-02 Ministry of Culture

With the support from the Taiwan Cultural Center in Paris, the Festival La Rochelle Cinéma (Fema) features a retrospective titled “The Cinema of Edward Yang,” which is taking place from June 27 to July 6. The program presents eight works directed by or featuring the late director Edward Yang (楊德昌) across 20 screenings.

NMTL announces 2025 Writers-in-Residence of Taiwan Literature Base

2025-07-02 Ministry of Culture

The National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL) announced the selection results for its 2025 Writers-in-Residence selection of the Taiwan Literature Base on June 30. This year saw the highest number of applications and the greatest level of international participation since the program’s launch, with submissions from 70 writers across 21 countries—international applicants accounting for 65% of the total.

President Lai receives youth from allied nations

2025-07-21 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te welcomed youth from Eswatini, Marshall Islands, Palau and Tuvalu July 18 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City, underscoring the government’s commitment to deepening educational links with allied nations.

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