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Executive Yuan unveils financial development action plan

2018-06-19   Executive Yuan

Premier Lai Ching-te on Thursday unveiled an action plan to develop Taiwan’s financial sector. Designed by the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC), the plan aims to spur financial innovation, channel the financial sector’s resources to helping other industries grow, and implement a range of financial policies to satisfy the financial service demands and expectations of businesses and individuals.

Minister Tang spotlights Taiwan’s open government achievements in New York

2018-06-19   Taiwan Today

Taiwan’s open government practices and achievements were recently spotlighted by Minister...

National Palace Museum to host first ever comic-themed exhibition

2018-06-19   Focus Taiwan

The first ever comic-themed exhibition to take place at the National Palace Museum in Taipei will be dedicated to the late comic book artist Chen Uen (鄭問), the Minister of Culture said Friday.

President Tsai eyes enhanced malaria-fighting efforts

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 15 that Taiwan is willing and able to share its considerable...

Tang Prize winners for biopharmaceutical science, sustainable development announced

2018-06-19   Taiwan Today

The 2018 Tang Prize winners in the sustainable development and biopharmaceutical science categories...

Animated short film spotlighting SE Asian Islamic culture released by GACC

2018-06-15   Taiwan Today

An animated short film on Southeast Asian Islamic culture was released June 14 by Taipei City-based...

Designer from Taiwan wins 2018 World Illustration Award

2018-06-15   Focus Taiwan

Taiwanese visual designer Wu Chen (吳箏) has been honored as the top

Dr. Cyril Svoboda, former Vice Premier and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, visits Taiwan

2018-06-15   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Dr. Cyril Svoboda, former Deputy Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, is visiting Taiwan from June 13 to 17, at the invitation of the Republic of China (Taiwan) government. He has served as a legal consultant to the Czech Prime Minister since 2017.

Mandarin Airlines launches daily Taichung-Tokyo service

2018-06-15   Taiwan Today

A new daily flight route between Taichung City in central Taiwan and Tokyo was inaugurated June 14,...

Premier Lai touts New Southbound Policy medical cooperation plan

2018-06-15   Taiwan Today

The medical cooperation and industrial development program under the New Southbound Policy will...

Taiwan promotes medical cooperation with New Southbound countries

2018-06-15   Executive Yuan

At the Cabinet’s weekly meeting Thursday, Premier Lai Ching-te said the first two years of medical cooperation with countries covered by the New Southbound Policy have already produced promising results in terms of talent development and regional disease prevention networks. The government will next focus on closer integration of Taiwan’s medical industrial chains into the region’s health care systems.

AIT Director Moy awarded MOFA’s Grand Medal of Diplomacy

2018-06-14   Taiwan Today

The Grand Medal of Diplomacy was conferred June 13 on American Institute in Taiwan Director Kin Moy...

International Comic Artist Conference gets underway in New Taipei

2018-06-14   Taiwan Today

The International Comic Artist Conference kicked off June 13 in New Taipei City, bringing together...

President Tsai attends dedication ceremony for new AIT compound in Neihu, Taipei

2018-06-14   Office of the President

On the morning of June 12 at a dedication ceremony for the new American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) compound in Neihu, Taipei, President Tsai Ing-wen said she was pleased that through the combined efforts of so many people, an important milestone in the Taiwan-US partnership had been completed. She also thanked the AIT team for their trust in Taiwan, and said she looks forward to working together as Taiwan and the US create an even brighter future.

President Tsai lauds robust Taiwan-US ties, eyes greater cooperation

2018-06-14   Taiwan Today

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 13 that Taiwan is committed to close defense and security...

President Tsai meets American Institute in Taiwan Chairman James Moriarty

2018-06-14   Office of the President

On the morning of June 13, President Tsai Ing-wen met with a delegation led by American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Chairman James Moriarty. The president emphasized that Taiwan and the United States share democratic values and will continue to enhance bilateral exchange and collaboration so that the two countries can overcome regional challenges together.

Taiwan participates in International Animation Film Festival

2018-06-14   Focus Taiwan

Eight companies from Taiwan are participating in the 2018 Annecy International Animation Film Festival (AIAFF), which opened Tuesday in Annecy, France.

ICF Global Summit 2018 closes as Taiwan achieves unprecedented results in Intelligent Community Forum

2018-06-13   Ministy of Economic Affairs

The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) named the City of Espoo in Finland as the “Intelligent Community of the Year” on June 7 in London’s America Square. This year also marked the first time for Taiwan to have three cities on the shortlist in the same year, as Taoyuan City, Tainan City, and Chiayi City were nominated as the Top7 Intelligent Communities of 2018.

President honors pro-Taiwan U.S. congressman

2018-06-13   Focus Taiwan

President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Tuesday honored U.S. Representative Gregg Harper, a co-chair of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, for his contributions to Taiwan-U.S. relations.

ROC government welcomes concrete consensus reached at US-DPRK Singapore Summit and will continue to work with international community to promote regional peace and stability

2018-06-13   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Taiwan commends and supports the efforts of the United States and North Korea to reduce tensions on the Korean Peninsula and in East Asia through rational dialogue. The US President Donald J. Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un reached a consensus on the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, the establishment of a new relationship, as well as signing a joint statement, among other issues in a summit held in Singapore on June 12.

State honor conferred upon US Rep. Gregg Harper

2018-06-13   Taiwan Today

President Tsai Ing-wen awarded June 12 U.S. Rep. Gregg Harper the Order of Brilliant Star with...

Taiwan welcomes outcome of Trump-Kim summit in Singapore

2018-06-13   Taiwan Today

The outcome of the summit between U.S. President Donald J. Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong...

Tsai reiterates commitment to expanding Taiwan’s international participation

2018-06-13   Taiwan Today

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 12 that Taiwan is committed to strengthening its meaningful...

American Institute in Taiwan inaugurates new office complex in Taipei

2018-06-12   Taiwan Today

The American Institute in Taiwan’s new office complex was inaugurated June 12 in Taipei...

Diesel railcars transferred to Taipei depot for preservation

2018-06-12   Ministry of Culture

Four blue diesel trains from the 1950s — the last of their kind in the Taiwan Railway Administration's collection — have been successfully shipped to the Taipei Railway Workshop on June 9, where they will undergo renovations and greet visitors as part of Taiwan's upcoming National Railway Museum.

Former political prisoner to receive Taiwan’s highest comic book honor

2018-06-12   Taiwan Today

Publisher and former political prisoner Tsai Kun-lin is to receive the special contribution prize...

Taipei digiBlock to officially open in late June

2018-06-12   Focus Taiwan

Taipei digiBlock, a digital technology industrial park that aims to help Taiwan grow its augmented and virtual reality industry, will officially open on June 29, according to the city's Department of Economic Development (DOED) Friday.

Taiwan CDC takes first step toward New Southbound Policy to facilitate exchange and collaboration on tuberculosis prevention and control

2018-06-12   Centers for Disease Control

To respond to challenges presented by cross-border tuberculosis prevention and control and share Taiwan’s best practices, the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (Taiwan CDC) is hosting the four-week “2018 Tuberculosis Control and Prevention Workshop under New Southbound Policy” during June 11 and July 6, 2018. The goal of the workshop is to provide health officials and professionals from Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam a multi-pronged approach to prevent and control tuberculosis, including discussion on relevant issues, exchange of practices, and referral of relevant industries.

Tsai touts Taiwan’s New Agriculture program in Taichung

2018-06-12   Taiwan Today

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 11 that public and private sector efforts promoting the New...

Asia's biggest computer show ends on high note

2018-06-11   Focus Taiwan

Computex Taipei, Asia's largest computer show, saw an increase in traffic this year on the last day of the five-day event that ended Saturday, organizers said.

MOFA launches 2018 Mosaic Taiwan in Taipei

2018-06-11   Taiwan Today

Mosaic Taiwan, an international fellowship program organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,...

President Tsai lauds robust Taiwan-Kingdom of Eswatini ties

2018-06-11   Taiwan Today

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 8 that Taiwan is committed to strengthening the robust partnership...

President Tsai meets Eswatini's King Mswati III, witnesses signing of bilateral economic cooperation agreement

2018-06-11   Office of the President

President Tsai Ing-wen met with Eswatini's King Mswati III on the morning of June 8 at the Presidential Office, and the two heads of state stood witness as the respective economics ministers signed a bilateral economic cooperation agreement. The agreement is expected to strengthen all-round cooperation, and enhance the well-being of people in both countries.

Slovak National Council delegation visiting Taiwan

2018-06-11   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Hon. Marek Krajčí of the Committee on Health Care of the Slovak National Council is leading a four-member parliamentary delegation to visit Taiwan from June 5 to 10, 2018 at the invitation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China (Taiwan).

Best-ever result for Taiwan in THE Young University Rankings

2018-06-08   Taiwan Today

A total of 11 Taiwan tertiary education institutions made the Times Higher Education Young...

Fisheries cooperation pact concluded by Taiwan, Kiribati

2018-06-08   Taiwan Today

A memorandum of understanding on fisheries cooperation was concluded by Taiwan and Pacific...

Islam Campus Summit held at National Cheng Kung University

2018-06-08   Focus Taiwan

Taipei, June 7 (CNA) The 2018 NCKU World Islam Campus Summit concluded Thursday with a call for university faculty, staff and students to respect and promote Islamic-friendly, inclusive, welcoming, and culturally diverse environments.

Premier calls for universal access to digital and network technologies

2018-06-08   Executive Yuan

Premier Lai Ching-te on Thursday directed the Ministry of Education (MOE) to integrate public and private resources in order to apply information and communications technology to bringing all people greater fulfillment in education, employment and daily living.

Taiwan becomes member of International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use

2018-06-08   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) gained membership in the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) during the organization’s Assembly in Kobe, Japan, June 7. Taiwan will continue to make concrete contributions to the ICH by working with other members to promote the harmonization of laws concerning pharmaceuticals. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China (Taiwan) thanks like-minded nations such as the United States for having rendered related assistance.

Taiwan’s Chan wins 1st French Open mixed doubles crown

2018-06-08   Taiwan Today

Taiwan’s Chan Yung-jan and her partner Ivan Dodig of Croatia won the Grand Slam mixed doubles...

AIT Deputy Director Forden awarded MOFA’s Friendship Medal of Diplomacy

2018-06-07   Taiwan Today

The Friendship Medal of Diplomacy was awarded June 6 to Robert W. Forden, deputy director of the...

Headway made by Taiwan on AmCham Taipei white paper issues

2018-06-07   Taiwan Today

A record 38.55 percent of the 83 issues raised in the 2017 Taiwan White Paper by the American...

King Mswati III of eSwatini visiting Taiwan

2018-06-07   Focus Taiwan

Taipei, June 6 (CNA) King Mswati III of eSwatini, a kingdom known until recently as Swaziland, arrived in Taiwan on Wednesday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of bilateral relations between the two countries, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).

Taiwan donates US$100,000 for Guatemala volcano disaster relief

2018-06-07   Focus Taiwan

Taipei, June 6 (CNA) Taiwan's government has donated US$100,000 to Guatemala, one of its diplomatic allies, to support disaster relief efforts after the Fuego Volcano erupted violently on Sunday, causing devastation across the region.

World-class performance center to open in Kaohsiung this October

2018-06-07   Ministry of Culture

The National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts, southern Taiwan's first performing arts center of world-class caliber, will open to the public on Oct. 13 under the banner "Center for the Arts, Arts for the People."

Government eyes future cooperation with EU on gender equality and universal values

2018-06-06   Executive Yuan

The Executive Yuan on Monday announced that Minister without Portfolio Lo Ping-cheng achieved great success in leading a delegation of central and local government representatives to Sweden, Denmark and Finland—the three highest-ranked countries in the EU’s Gender Equality Index—to engage in bilateral exchanges on the topics of gender equality and human rights from May 26 to June 3. In the future, the government will continue to work actively with EU nations to establish channels for cooperation and create an even more friendly environment for gender equality in Taiwan.

MOFA showcases best of Taiwan in soft power gift initiative

2018-06-06   Taiwan Today

A selection of special gifts for visiting overseas dignitaries encapsulating the finest aspects of...

President Tsai meets NextGen delegation from US Center for a New American Security

2018-06-06   Office of the President

On the morning of June 4, President Tsai Ing-wen met with a delegation of the NextGen program from the US Center for a New American Security (CNAS). In addition to thanking the US administration and Congress for their strong support for Taiwan's international participation, the president reiterated that Taiwan will maintain close contact with the US government, and expand mutually beneficial bilateral cooperation.

Taiwan Tech Arena to strengthen innovative startup ecosystem

2018-06-06   Taiwan Today

Taiwan Tech Arena, an initiative by the Ministry of Science and Technology, was launched June 5 in...

VP Chen eyes fast-tracked ICT development for Taiwan

2018-06-06   Taiwan Today

The government is maintaining Taiwan’s leading position in the global information and...

Dutch designer unveils new-look 2018 Tang Prize certificates

2018-06-05   Taiwan Today

Revamped 2018 Tang Prize winner’s certificates were unveiled June 2 in Taipei City by the...

European Innovation Week gets underway in Taipei  

2018-06-05   Taiwan Today

European Innovation Week kicked off June 4 in Taipei City as part of Taiwan-EU efforts cultivating...

President Tsai attends President's Cup Social Innovation Hackathon award ceremony

2018-06-05   Office of the President

On the afternoon of June 2, President Tsai Ing-wen attended the final round and award ceremony of the President's Cup Social Innovation Hackathon competition. In addition to praising the collaboration between government and private sector teams to explore solutions, she also expressed hope that public servants will continue to draw on private sector experience and expertise, uphold the "hacker spirit," and join forces in the name of progress.

President Tsai meets US Senator David Perdue

2018-06-05   Office of the President

On the morning of June 1, President Tsai Ing-wen met with US Senator David Perdue. In addition to thanking Senator Perdue and Taiwan-friendly members of the US Congress for supporting Taiwan's participation in international organizations, the president also expressed hope that Taiwan and the United States will work together to further enhance bilateral relations.

Taiwan calls for bilateral investment agreement talks with Europe

2018-06-05   Executive Yuan

Vice Premier Shih Jun-ji attended the opening ceremony of European Innovation Week on Monday, saying he hoped Taiwan and Europe will begin negotiations on a bilateral investment agreement as quickly as possible. Such an agreement will provide Taiwanese and European businesses with greater protection as bilateral cooperation and investments continue to reach new heights.

Tsai sends message of democracy, freedom to people of China

2018-06-05   Taiwan Today

President Tsai Ing-wen invited June 4 the people of China to consider Taiwan’s democratic...

President Tsai meets Formosa Forum international participants

2018-06-04   Office of the President

On the morning of May 31, President Tsai Ing-wen met with international experts and scholars attending the Formosa Forum: 2018 Maritime Security Dialogue. The president reiterated that the Chinese government's disregard for regional stability is not welcomed by the international community, nor beneficial to the development of cross-strait relations. Although we are under immense pressure, she said, Taiwan continues to persevere, and contribute to regional peace, prosperity, and stability.

President Tsai receives Sen. Perdue, vows to strengthen Taiwan-US ties

2018-06-04   Taiwan Today

President Tsai Ing-wen received Sen. David Perdue at the Office of the President June 1 in Taipei...

Taiwan hospitals to promote health in Asia: Health Ministry

2018-06-04   Focus Taiwan

The Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) announced a plan on Friday for six Taiwanese hospitals to each form a medical team to improve health care in six Asian countries and lay the groundwork to boost Taiwan's health care and medical sector.

Taiwanese choir wins awards at international competition in Vienna

2018-06-04   Focus Taiwan

A choir made up of indigenous Taiwanese students from Hsinchu County received a gold medal and the jury's special prize at the 31st Franze Schubert Choir Competition, which took place in Vienna, Austria from May 30 to June 3.

Taiwan’s delegation praised by Premier Lai for WHA performance

2018-06-04   Taiwan Today

The delegation led by Minister of Health and Welfare Chen Shih-chung to the 71st World Health...

Premier pushes greater role for Taiwan following WHA presentation

2018-06-01   Executive Yuan

Premier Lai Ching-te on Thursday said that although Taiwan was not invited to the World Health Assembly (WHA) this year as a result of pressure and political interference from China, Minister of Health and Welfare Chen Shih-chung nevertheless led a delegation to Geneva to explain to the international community the importance of Taiwan within the global health and safety system.

President Tsai meets Central American Integration System Secretary General Vinicio Cerezo

2018-06-01   Office of the President

While meeting on the morning of May 30 with a delegation led by Central American Integration System (SICA) Secretary General Marco Vinicio Cerezo Arévalo, President Tsai Ing-wen said she hopes that Taiwan, upholding the principles of

Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation launched

2018-06-01   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation, under the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, officially began operations June 1, following detailed planning and preparation, and the filing of its articles of registration.

President Tsai holds bilateral talks with Haitian President Jovenel Moïse

2018-05-31   Office of the President

On the morning of May 29, President Tsai Ing-wen held bilateral talks with Haitian President Jovenel Moïse. She thanked Haiti for its long-term support for Taiwan's international participation, and said she hopes to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation by enhancing exchanges on various fronts.

President Tsai welcomes Haitian President Jovenel Moïse with military honors

2018-05-31   Office of the President

On the morning of May 29, President Tsai Ing-wen welcomed Haitian President Jovenel Moïse and Mrs. Moïse with full military honors. She thanked Haiti for supporting Taiwan's international participation, and said she hopes the two countries will continue to develop their mutually beneficial cooperative partnership. She also expressed hope that Taiwan and Haiti will continue their lasting alliance, and become bastions of mutual support as they work together for sustainable development.

Taiwan’s planned donation for Ebola prevention highlights contributions to international healthcare

2018-05-31   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) has committed to donating US$1 million to the World Health Organization in response to its call for help in preventing the spread of Ebola in Africa and cooperation in public health security. Taiwan thereby demonstrates its goodwill and determination to participate in global health and disease prevention endeavors, as well as its willingness to fulfill its obligations as a responsible member of the international community.

Kang’s Rebirth series welcomes N.Y. Manhattan visitors

2018-05-30   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Invited by New York City’s Garment District Alliance, Taiwan master sculptor Kang Muxiang is displaying his Rebirth series as a public art installation along Broadway at Midtown’s Garment District Plazas May 17 to Sept. 15, 2018.

Taiwan to promote indigenous tourism at APEC ministerial meeting

2018-05-30   Focus Taiwan

Minister of Transportation and Communications Ho Chen Tan (賀陳旦) will highlight the development of tribal aboriginal tourism in Taiwan at the 2018 APEC Tourism Ministers' Meeting next month, a ministry official said Tuesday.

Taiwan, Haiti sign joint communique on bilateral cooperation

2018-05-30   Focus Taiwan

President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) and Haitian President Jovenel Moise signed a joint communique on Tuesday that will further bilateral cooperation in multiple fields to benefit the people of both countries.

MOFA condemns Chinese authorities for pressuring international airlines to change designation for Taiwan

2018-05-29   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns China's unreasonable and blatant political interference in private-sector commercial activities and international business operations, as well as its hostile intent to suppress Taiwan's status in the world community. Such interference was seen between January and April this year when Chinese authorities issued letters to 24 foreign airlines operating in China and 36 other international airlines, demanding that Taiwan not be listed as a country on their website.

President Tsai meets Keith Harman, Commander-in-Chief of US Veterans of Foreign Wars

2018-05-29   Office of the President

On the morning of May 28, President Tsai Ing-wen met with Commander-in-Chief Keith Harman of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the United States. In addition to thanking the VFW for its long-term support for Taiwan, the president also expressed hope that the visitors and their counterparts in Taiwan will share experiences in caring for military veterans.

President Tsai meets WHA action team

2018-05-29   Office of the President

On the morning of May 26, President Tsai Ing-wen met with the members of Taiwan's World Health Assembly (WHA) action team. She said at this year's WHA meeting, we received support from our allies, but also from more like-minded countries like the US than ever before. The president said that the facts have shown that the more China suppresses Taiwan in the international community, the more the international community will rally around Taiwan. She also said that Taiwan is determined to contribute to world health, and announced a donation of US$1 million to the World Health Organization (WHO) to fund the fight against the Ebola virus.

Premier prompts ministries for action on EU data regulations

2018-05-28   Executive Yuan

At the Cabinet’s weekly meeting on Thursday, Premier Lai Ching-te directed government agencies to take appropriate measures in preparation for the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a new data protection regime that is expected to have global implications.

President Tsai meets US Senator Cory Gardner

2018-05-28   Office of the President

On the evening of May 26, President Tsai Ing-wen met with Senator Cory Gardner, Chairman of the US Foreign Relations Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy. The president reiterated that Taiwan seeks international participation not simply to obtain that which, of right, ought to be ours, but also to show our willingness to take up our responsibilities as a member of the global community. China's suppression will only rally the world to support Taiwan. President Tsai also thanked Senator Gardner for changing his travel plans to visit Taiwan, showing the importance he attaches to Taiwan.

Statement by the Republic of China (Taiwan) on the resumption of diplomatic ties between Burkina Faso and China

2018-05-28   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) expresses profound disappointment, regret, and outrage that the government of Burkina Faso has succumbed to the enticements of dollar diplomacy, signing a joint communique in Beijing on May 26 reestablishing diplomatic ties with China. Burkina Faso has thus disregarded the enormous contributions Taiwan has made to its national security, social stability, economic development, and people’s welfare over the past 24 years.

MOFA grateful to diplomatic allies and like-minded countries for expressing support of Taiwan’s participation at WHA

2018-05-25   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

As the 71st World Health Assembly continues in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 21 to 26, the government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) thanks Eswatini, the Marshall Islands, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Solomon Islands for endorsing Taiwan’s participation in the WHA during the two-on-two debates held at the WHA General Committee and Plenary Session.

President Tsai's statement on termination of diplomatic relations with Burkina Faso

2018-05-25   Office of the President

On the evening of May 24, President Tsai Ing-wen issued a major statement on the termination of diplomatic relations with Burkina Faso.

The ROC government has terminated diplomatic relations with Burkina Faso with immediate effect to uphold national dignity

2018-05-25   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Government of Burkina Faso announced the unilateral termination of diplomatic relations with Taiwan on May 24, 2018. In order to maintain our national sovereignty and dignity, the government of Taiwan has also terminated diplomatic relations with Burkina Faso, effective immediately.

MOFA thanks European Parliament, European countries’ MPs for supporting Taiwan’s participation in World Health Assembly

2018-05-24   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanks the European Parliament and members of parliaments in European countries for supporting Taiwan’s participation in this year’s World Health Assembly (WHA) through their interpellations, letters, proposals, public statements, and use of social media.

MOFA thanks diplomatic allies and like-minded countries for expressing support of Taiwan’s participation at WHA

2018-05-24   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs sincerely thanks the 15 diplomatic allies of the Republic of China (Taiwan) that submitted a proposal urging the World Health Organization to invite Taiwan to participate as an observer in the 71st World Health Assembly, which commenced on May 21 in Geneva, Switzerland.

R.O.C. government condemns denial of WHA press passes to Taiwanese media

2018-05-24   Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China (Taiwan) strongly protests and condemns the denial of press passes to Taiwanese media for the 71st World Health Assembly, which commenced on May 21 in Geneva, Switzerland.

National Palace Museum ranked 13th most-visited museum worldwide

2018-05-23   Focus Taiwan

Taiwan's National Palace Museum ranked 13th in attendance numbers for museums worldwide, according to the 12th annual Theme Index and Museum Index, making it one of four museums in Asia to make it into the top 20 of the list.

President Tsai meets delegation from US-China Economic and Security Review Commission

2018-05-23   Office of the President

President Tsai Ing-wen met on the morning of May 22 with a delegation from the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC), a body established by the US Congress. In addition to emphasizing the importance of a stable and steady Taiwan-US economic partnership, she also expressed hope that Taiwan and the US will engage in constructive dialogue about bilateral economic and trade issues.

President Tsai's video address to Universal Health Coverage Forum in Geneva

2018-05-23   Office of the President

President Tsai Ing-wen delivered a major speech via video before the Universal Health Coverage Forum held by the World Medical Association at 9 a.m. Geneva time (3 p.m. Taipei time) on Tuesday, May 22.

Disease knows no boundaries or politics: health minister

2018-05-22   Focus Taiwan

Health and Welfare Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) criticized the World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday for sidelining Taiwan at this year's World Health Assembly (WHA), arguing that disease knows no boundaries or politics.

President Tsai meets Stephenson King, St. Lucia Minister for Infrastructure, Ports, Energy and Labour

2018-05-22   Office of the President

President Tsai Ing-wen met on the morning of May 20 with Mr. Stephenson King, Saint Lucia Minister for Infrastructure, Ports, Energy and Labour. The president thanked Minister King for exercising his political influence for so many years to promote and consolidate the bilateral friendship between Taiwan and St. Lucia. She also expressed hope that various cooperative projects and Taiwan's participation in St. Lucia infrastructure projects will enhance bilateral cooperation.

Presidential Office thanks US Senators for supporting Taiwan's WHA participation

2018-05-22   Office of the President

The Presidential Office expressed gratitude on May 18 to the 13 members of the United States Senate, led by senior member of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations Marco Rubio, who recently sent a joint letter urging World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus to invite Taiwan to participate in the upcoming 71st World Health Assembly (WHA) and all future meetings. Among the senators signing the letter were Majority Whip John Cornyn (R-TX) as well as co-chairs of the US Senate Taiwan Caucus Jim Inhofe (R-OK) and Robert Menendez (D-NJ).

Executive Yuan approves bill promoting unmanned vehicle experimentation

2018-05-21   Executive Yuan

The Executive Yuan on Thursday approved a bill drafted by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) aimed at promoting innovative experimentation with unmanned vehicles. The draft bill will now go to the Legislative Yuan for review and debate. Premier Lai Ching-te instructed the MOEA to take the initiative in communicating with the ruling and opposition parties in order to secure the quick and successful conclusion of the legislative process.

Health minister touts Taiwan's role in disease prevention

2018-05-21   Focus Taiwan

Minister of Health and Welfare Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) said on Sunday that Taiwan is able to play an important role in global efforts to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.

Premier: Deregulation key to building flexible, effective government

2018-05-21   Executive Yuan

Premier Lai Ching-te on Thursday said that the current round of deregulation is being pursued with a bottom-up approach, where executive agencies are taking the initiative to review legal interpretations, administrative rules and regulatory orders that are incompatible with today’s environment. The significance of these efforts lies not just in adjusting the external regulatory framework, but even more importantly in re-establishing a flexible, proactive and effective administrative culture embraced by a civil service that has internalized these principles.