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President Lai holds press conference on defense procurement special act

2026-02-12 Office of the President

On the morning of February 11, President Lai Ching-te held a press conference titled “National Security Cannot Wait! Support the Special Act for Defense Procurement” regarding the draft act for the special defense budget proposed by the Executive Yuan and its failure thus far to be referred for committee deliberation in the Legislative Yuan, briefing the public on the government’s emphasis on compensation for the armed forces and the importance of the special defense budget.

MOFA thanks Japan, Germany, Australia for supportive statements

2026-02-12 Taiwan Today

The supportive statements recently released by the foreign ministers of Japan, Germany and Australia are sincerely appreciated by the government and people of Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

MOC reveals list of artists receiving funding for overseas shows

2026-02-12 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Culture announced the list of 36 artists to receive subsidies for international exhibitions Feb. 10 in Taipei City as part of an initiative to facilitate exchange between local creators and global institutions.

Taipei, Nvidia ink deal for new headquarters

2026-02-12 Taiwan Today

The Taipei City Government signed an agreement Feb. 11 with Nvidia Corp.’s Taiwan subsidiary on constructing the company’s Taiwan headquarters on the T17 and T18 plots at Beitou-Shilin Technology Park.

Foreign Minister Lin confers Friend of Foreign Service Medal on Governor Hirai of Japan’s Tottori Prefecture

2026-02-11 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung conferred the Friend of Foreign Service Medal on Tottori Prefecture Governor Shinji Hirai on February 10 in recognition of his outstanding contributions over the years to advancing Taiwan-Japan exchanges in such areas as agriculture, youth affairs, and urban development.

Tainan hosts floral shows

2026-02-11 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Agriculture and Tainan City Government held a press conference Feb. 10 in Taipei City, to announce the Taiwan International Orchid Show and Floral Technology Exhibition held at MOA’s Floral Industry Innovation Center Feb. 27-March 16.

MOEA breaks ground on Hsinchu advanced semiconductor R&D base

2026-02-11 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Economic Affairs broke ground on an advanced semiconductor research and development base at the Industrial Technology Research Institute Feb. 10 in Hsinchu County, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening Taiwan’s key position in the global semiconductor industry.

MOFA welcomes delegation from Taiwanese businesses in Europe

2026-02-10 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said that Taiwan is an indispensable partner to Europe in its endeavors to enhance security and economic resilience.

MOFA thanks Australian, German foreign ministers for joint statement expressing supporting for peace and stability across Taiwan Strait

2026-02-10 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong met with German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul on February 5 in Canberra. Following the meeting, the two sides issued a joint statement in which they underscored the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and reiterated their opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo. The joint statement also called for the peaceful management of cross-strait issues through dialogue, without coercion or the use of force, and expressed support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.

MOFA congratulates Japan on successful completion of general election

2026-02-10 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japan held its 51st House of Representatives election on February 8. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, won 316 of 465 seats, exceeding the two-thirds threshold and marking the highest number of seats ever secured by a single party in the lower house in postwar Japan. Combined with the 36 seats won by the Japan Innovation Party, the LDP’s coalition partner, the LDP-led bloc now holds 352 seats.

MOFA congratulates Thailand on successful completion of general election

2026-02-10 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On February 8, Thailand held a general election for its 500-seat House of Representatives. The Bhumjaithai Party, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, won the largest number of seats and is expected to work with other parties to form a coalition government.

2026 TiBE concludes successfully, welcoming 580,000 visitors

2026-02-10 Ministry of Culture

After six days of community engagement, the 2026 Taipei International Book Exhibition (TiBE) concluded on February 8. The event brought together 509 publishers from 29 countries and 1,467 writers from Taiwan and abroad, hosting 1,301 reading promotion sessions and 1,853 copyright sales meetings. More than 580,000 visitors attended the exhibition, underscoring its growing international reach and cultural impact.

7th Taiwan on Screen Festival in Lithuania takes place across 3 cities

2026-02-10 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Cultural Division of the Taipei Representative Office in Germany and the Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania, the 7th Taiwan on Screen Film Festival is taking place from Feb. 8 to 16 across three major Lithuanian cities – Vilnius, Kaunas, and Klaipėda, featuring eight prominent Taiwanese films.

FM Lin hosts legislative delegation from Panama

2026-02-09 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a luncheon for a delegation from the Panama National Assembly Feb. 5 in Taipei City and expressed hope of expanding mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation.

Deputy FM Wu gives interview to Poland’s Polskie Radio

2026-02-09 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu said Taiwan is committed to deepening cooperation with democracies around the world to create a non-red supply chain and safeguard the democratic community’s economic security and technological independence.

MOFA welcomes teachers, trainees from Canada, France, Taiwan

2026-02-09 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu said Taiwan’s semiconductor success is driven in part by close collaboration with supply chains in like-minded countries, including France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands and the U.S.

MOEA outlines policies for 2026

2026-02-09 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Economic Affairs predicted that Taiwan’s growth rate would exceed 4 percent in 2026, and outlined five policy goals for the year at a press conference Feb. 5 in Taipei City.

President Lai pledges to enhance health on World Cancer Day

2026-02-06 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Feb. 4 that the government is committed to improving people’s health in Taiwan during a prerecorded video released on World Cancer Day.

Premier Cho meets with delegation from Taiwanese businesses in Japan

2026-02-06 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai anticipated working with the Japanese government and private enterprises to forge a stronger democratic supply chain.

FM Lin receives European legislators

2026-02-06 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung received a delegation comprising parliamentarians from seven Central and North European countries Feb. 4 in Taipei City to exchange views on security issues and ways to expand bilateral cooperation.

NDC Minister Yeh outlines plan for 2026

2026-02-06 Taiwan Today

National Development Council Minister Yeh Chun-hsien said Taiwan will accelerate economic growth and strengthen competitiveness in 2026 amid global political and economic uncertainty and ongoing supply chain restructuring.

Unraveling the Mystery of “Aorta-Induced Tracheal Cartilage Regeneration”

2026-02-06 National Science and Technology Council

The trachea is the vital passage that sustains breathing. However, when extensive tracheal reconstruction is required due to tumor invasion, trauma, or other causes, there has been a long-standing lack of stable and durable substitute materials clinically—making this one of the most formidable challenges in thoracic surgery. With long-term support from the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), a research team led by Distinguished Professor Jin-Shing Chen and Assistant Professor Wan-Ting Hung of the Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, has provided evidence-based mechanistic insights into the cartilage-regeneration phenomenon observed when cryopreserved aortic allograft is used for tracheal reconstruction. The findings were recently published in the internationally renowned journal “Advanced Healthcare Materials”.

Premier Cho reaffirms government health promotion commitment

2026-02-05 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai said Feb. 3 in Taipei City that the government is implementing additional policy measures to promote a healthier Taiwan for the benefits of the people.

FM Lin underscores Taiwan’s importance in Foreign Affairs op-ed

2026-02-05 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung said it is important for members of the free world to deepen cooperation with Taiwan to ensure global stability and prosperity.

MOFA response to false claims regarding Taiwan in joint statement between PRC and Uruguay

2026-02-05 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Chinese leader Xi Jinping met with Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi on February 3. Following the meeting, China and Uruguay issued a joint statement which blatantly ignored objective reality and contained statements that gravely distorted the facts, including claiming that Taiwan was an inalienable part of China’s territory.

Minister Li spotlights Taiwan’s emerging picture book creators at TiBE

2026-02-05 Ministry of Culture

As the 2026 Taiwan International Book Exhibition (TiBE) entered its second day, Minister of Culture Li Yuan visited the venue to put his pledge to “continue buying books” into action. During his visit, he also attended the picture book talent matchmaking program organized by the Ministry of Culture (MOC), showing support for the 30 emerging picture book creators selected for the program.

Taiwanese choir Taipei Voices to perform in U.S.

2026-02-05 Ministry of Culture

The Taiwanese choir Taipei Voices (台北之聲) will tour the U.S. East Coast with Cross the Sea, a concert program devoted entirely to choral works by Taiwanese composers. The ensemble is conducted by Dr. Yen-Hsiang Nieh (聶焱庠), Assistant Director of Choral Music at Cornell University, who is committed to promoting Taiwanese choral music and international cultural exchange.

President Lai holds press conference on Taiwan-US Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue

2026-02-04 Office of the President

Last week, the sixth annual Taiwan-US Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue (EPPD) was held in Washington, DC. On the morning of February 3, President Lai Ching-te held a press conference to brief the public on its results.

FM Lin attends Taiwan Panorama exhibit at TIBE

2026-02-04 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted the Feb. 3 opening of a retrospective marking the 50th anniversary of Taiwan Panorama, a monthly magazine published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

2026 TiBE opens with Thailand as guest of honor

2026-02-04 Ministry of Culture

The Ministry of Culture (MOC) kicked off the 2026 Taipei International Book Exhibition (TiBE), themed “Reading is Amazing (閱讀泰精彩),” on Feb. 3. President Lai Ching-te, Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Representative Narong Boonsatheanwong of the Thailand Trade and Economic Office in Taiwan, and Taipei Book Fair Foundation Chairperson Rex How (郝明義), along with other distinguished guests, attended the opening ceremony.

NTML launches collection of the 10th Taiwan Literature Award for Migrants

2026-02-04 Ministry of Culture

The National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL) and publishing house Monomyth (英雄旅程股份有限公司) jointly held a book launch event on Feb. 1, unveiling “Time: A Journey Towards the Light (時：旅程未竟，光景猶存),” a collection of the winning works from the 10th Taiwan Literature Award for Migrants (移民工文學獎).

President Lai addresses Taiwan-Japan disaster prevention meeting

2026-02-03 Taiwan Today

Taiwan and Japan’s shared experiences of recovering from natural disasters offer the hope of a model that could advance disaster prevention capacity in countries throughout Asia and the world.

MOFA welcomes delegation from Panamanian legislature

2026-02-03 Taiwan Today

A Feb. 2-6 visit by a cross-party delegation from Panama’s legislature is sincerely welcomed by the government and people of Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Feb. 2.

MOEA releases 2025 startup white paper

2026-02-03 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Economic Affairs released the 2025 White Paper on Startups Feb. 2 in Taipei City to bring the public up to speed on the government’s related promotional efforts and the domestic sector’s development.

Taiwan, US reinforce digital cooperation

2026-02-03 Taiwan Today

Taiwan and the U.S. held the sixth Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue Jan. 27 in Washington, D.C., where the two sides agreed to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence governance, communications resilience and digital industry development, the Ministry of Digital Affairs said.

Taiwanese singer-songwriter Whyte to tour India in 2026

2026-02-03 Ministry of Culture

Taiwanese singer-songwriter Whyte will embark on her first India tour in February 2026, presenting two live performances in New Delhi and Khetri, Rajasthan, as part of a cultural exchange initiative supported by the Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India. The tour forms part of Whyte’s invitation to participate in Magnetic Fields Nomads, one of India’s most internationally recognized music festivals.

Taiwan-Japan Fishery Committee holds successful 12th meeting

2026-02-02 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Taiwan-Japan Relations Association and the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association convened the 12th meeting of the Taiwan-Japan Fishery Committee in Yilan from January 27 to 29. The alternating responsibility for organizing and hosting the meeting on this occasion fell to Taiwan. Taiwan-Japan Relations Association Deputy Secretary-General Lin Yu-hui led Taiwan’s delegation, with Director-General Wang Mao-chen of the Ministry of Agriculture’s Fisheries Agency serving as lead negotiator. The meeting was also attended by representatives of the Ocean Affairs Council’s Coast Guard Administration and relevant local fishers’ associations.

MOC unveils LINE stickers of a-We, mascot of We Taiwan

2026-02-02 Ministry of Culture

As “a-We,” the mascot of the Ministry of Culture’s (MOC) cultural program “We Taiwan” at Expo 2025 in Osaka, garnered worldwide attention, the MOC announced the release of a-We LINE stickers on Jan. 30.

President Lai meets delegation led by Micron Technology President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra

2026-01-30 Office of the President

On the afternoon of January 29, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Micron Technology President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.

President Lai’s response to Pope Leo XIV’s 2026 World Day of Peace message

2026-01-30 Office of the President

President Lai Ching-te recently sent a letter to Pope Leo XIV of the Catholic Church in response to his message marking the 59th World Day of Peace.

FM Lin attends local democracy forum

2026-01-30 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung spoke at “Local Democracy: Global Collaboration, Urban Innovation,” a forum held Jan. 27 in Taipei City, and highlighted Taiwan’s commitment to democracy and the applications of technology to local governance.

MOEA Minister Kung emphasizes Taiwan’s global supply chain role

2026-01-30 Taiwan Toady

Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin delivered a speech to the Atlantic Council Jan. 28 in Washington D.C. in which he emphasized Taiwan’s critical role in the rise of a global non-red supply chain.

The NSTC and SSF Join Hands to Shape the Future of Taiwan–Sweden Scientific Cooperation by Showcasing Joint Achievements in Semicon-ductors, Quantum Technology, and Green Energy

2026-01-30 National Science and Technology Council

To further strengthen strategic scientific collaboration between Taiwan and Sweden, the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan and the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF) will jointly host the “Taiwan–Sweden (NSTC–SSF) Bilateral Joint Research Workshop” at the Archipelago Hotel in Yilan, Taiwan from January 29 to 30, 2026.

Taiwanese tech art to take the stage in India

2026-01-30 Ministry of Culture

Taiwanese technology art groups Dimension Plus and Simple Noodle Art will participate in Are You Human?, a technology art exhibition and international symposium organized by the KHOJ International Artists’ Association in New Delhi, from 30 January to 28 February 2026. The exhibition is an official satellite event of India Art Fair 2026 and marks the first time Taiwanese technology art is presented on the South Asian contemporary art scene through a comprehensive curatorial framework.

Academia Sinica Unveils 20-Qubit Superconducting Quantum Computer: Manufacturing Capabilities Reach Global Top-Tier

2026-01-30 Academia Sinica

Following the announcement in 2023 of Taiwan’s first domestically designed and built 5-qubit superconducting quantum computer, Academia Sinica has reached another major R&D milestone, announcing today the successful development of a 20-qubit superconducting quantum computer. President James C. Liao noted last month that the Academia Sinica team completed a new generation 20-qubit superconducting quantum chip, designed and fabricated in-house, and successfully integrated into a full quantum computing system. This achievement positions Taiwan among the global frontrunners and marks the nation’s official entry into the critical domain of large-scale quantum chip fabrication. The system is already open to domestic academic and research institutions for quantum simulation and related studies, and will eventually serve as a test platform for industrial users in hardware-software integration and algorithm development.

German arts festival to feature Taiwan artists Huang Po-chih and Lee Tzu-tung

2026-01-30 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Cultural Division of the Taipei Representative Office in Germany, Taiwanese artists Huang Po-chih (黃博志) and Lee Tzu-tung (李紫彤) have been invited to participate in the German arts festival transmediale. Opening on Jan. 28 at Silent Green Kulturquartier in Berlin, this year’s festival presents Taiwan’s rich contemporary artistic practices through explorations of technology, corporeality, and social engagement.

Foreign Minister Lin hosts luncheon to welcome Paraguayan Minister of Public Health and Social Welfare Barán

2026-01-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On behalf of the government of Taiwan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a luncheon on January 27 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to warmly welcome Paraguayan Minister of Public Health and Social Welfare María Teresa Barán and Director General of International Relations Adriana Amarilla.

Foreign Minister Lin meets with delegation led by former Israeli Minister of Religious Services Kahana

2026-01-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung met with a delegation from the Israel Defense and Security Forum led by former Israeli Minister of Religious Services Matan Kahana on the morning of January 27. They exchanged views on a broad range of issues, including regional developments and Taiwan-Israel cooperation.

Taiwan, US convene economic dialogue in Washington DC

2026-01-29 Taiwan Today

The Sixth Taiwan-U.S. Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue took place Jan. 27 in Washington D.C., with the two sides discussing ways to promote bilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors.

MOEA lauds success of investment projects

2026-01-29 Taiwan Today

Global corporate powerhouses continued to make investments into Taiwan in 2025, due to successful advocacy by the government for investment and home-grown high-tech prowess, the Ministry of Economic Affairs said Jan. 28.

President Lai meets American Veterans National Commander Paul Shipley

2026-01-28 Office of the President

On the afternoon of January 27, President Lai Ching-te met with American Veterans (AMVETS) National Commander Paul Shipley.

Premier Cho receives US business delegation

2026-01-28 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai received a delegation from the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council Jan. 27 in Taipei City and reaffirmed commitment to working with the U.S. to build a robust democratic supply chain.

FM Lin gives interview to Indonesia’s Tempo magazine

2026-01-28 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said Taiwan is committed to safeguarding cross-strait peace and stability and is willing to deepen semiconductor cooperation with Indonesia.

MOFA response to European Parliament resolution supporting enhanced cooperation with Taiwan in drone technology

2026-01-28 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The European Parliament on January 22 passed by a substantial majority a resolution titled “Drones and new systems of warfare—the EU’s need to adapt to be fit for today’s security challenges.” The resolution called for enhancing security and defense cooperation and partnership with the European Union’s Indo-Pacific partners, including Taiwan, particularly in drone technology and relevant industries; and stressed the importance of building secure, non-red supply chains underpinned by democratic values.

Taiwanese artist Huang Po-chih featured in New York exhibition

2026-01-28 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), the Taipei Cultural Center in New York has partnered with Pioneer Works to present the exhibition “The Endless Garment: Atlantic Basin.” Curated by Jeppe Ugelvig, the exhibition features Taiwanese artist Huang Po-chih (黃博志) alongside U.S.-based artists Serena Chang, Chang Yuchen, CFGNY, and Shanzhai Lyric.

2025 Taiwan Film Festival in New Delhi concludes with enthusiastic responses

2026-01-28 Ministry of Culture

The 2025 Taiwan Film Festival in New Delhi, organized by the Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India, was held from Dec. 12 to 13, 2025, and received enthusiastic participation from Indian media outlets, film producers, scholars, and the general public. Featuring three prominent Taiwanese films, the two-day event attracted over 550 audience members.

Taiwanese tech art to take the stage in India

2026-01-28 Ministry of Culture

Lai receives youth ambassadors, NSP agricultural ambassadors

2026-01-27 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Jan. 26 that government promotion of the Taiwan Global Pathfinders Initiative will continue in its mission to connect the younger generation with the world.

Deputy FM receives German delegation

2026-01-27 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu welcomed Bundestag representatives from the state of Saxony Carsten Körber and Florian Oest Jan. 23 in Taipei City.

MOFA response to EU and Republic of Korea reiterating importance of peace and stability across Taiwan Strait at second EU-ROK Strategic Dialogue

2026-01-27 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union Kaja Kallas and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Cho Hyun jointly held the second EU-ROK Strategic Dialogue in Brussels on January 22. During the talks, the two sides reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and their strong opposition to any unilateral attempts in the South China Sea to change the status quo by force or coercion, stating that this could undermine regional stability and the international rules-based order. The European Union (EU) and the Republic of Korea (ROK) also reiterated their condemnation of third-country support for Russia’s illegal war of aggression in Ukraine.

MOFA response to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s claim at World Economic Forum regarding presence of Taiwanese components in Russian missiles

2026-01-27 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Republic of China (Taiwan) firmly opposes all acts of aggression. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the government of Taiwan has worked closely with the international democratic community to impose strict controls on exports of high-tech products to Russia. To date, Taiwan has expanded its sanction list six times, placing restrictions on a total of 3,300 Russian entities.

Taiwan pledges to expand high-tech partnership with US

2026-01-27 Taiwan Today

Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin visited San Francisco Jan. 23 as part of government expansion of cooperation with the U.S. in technological innovation, talent cultivation and startup promotion.

Taiwan makes progress in UN World Tourism Barometer report

2026-01-27 Taiwan Today

Taiwan moved up three spots to 36th overall in the World Tourism Barometer published last November by U.N. Tourism, reflecting renewed interest in the country as a travel destination, the Tourism Administration said Jan. 26.

President Lai meets US delegation led by Senator Ruben Gallego

2026-01-26 Office of the President

On the afternoon of January 23, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by United States Senator Ruben Gallego.

Foreign Minister Lin confers Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon on former MECO Chairperson and Resident Representative Velicaria-Garafil

2026-01-26 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On behalf of the government of Taiwan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung conferred the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon on Secretary General of the House of Representatives of the Philippines Cheloy E. Velicaria-Garafil on January 23. The award was granted at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and recognizes Secretary General Velicaria-Garafil’s remarkable contributions to strengthening the partnership between Taiwan and the Philippines when she served as Chairperson and Resident Representative of the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO).

MOFA response to European Parliament resolutions expressing concern over China’s threat to cross-strait peace and stability and supporting deepening of Taiwan-EU cooperation

2026-01-26 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The European Parliament on January 21 voted to adopt resolutions concerning the annual reports on the implementation of the European Union Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP). The resolutions once again voiced opposition to China’s distortion of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 and unilateral attempts to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait through force or coercion. They also lent support for further deepening comprehensive Taiwan-EU cooperation and exchanges. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates these resolutions.

TaiwanICDF Supports Women Entrepreneurs in Eswatini for the Fifth Consecutive Year

2026-01-26 International Cooperation and Development Fund

In the 12th episode of the video series Team Taiwan Supports the World released today (13th), the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) documents Taiwan’s efforts assisting African ally Eswatini through a recent development aid project. Through initiatives like microenterprise mentoring and financial assistance, the project empowers women to start businesses, injecting sustainable momentum into Eswatini’s socio-economic development.

President Lai urges budget passage

2026-02-12 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te anticipated that once the new legislative session began in February, legislators of all parties would review and pass the special defense budget proposed by the Executive Yuan in 2025 to safeguard regional peace and advance prosperity.

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