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President Lai meets with Marshall Islands foreign and trade minister

2026-07-02 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said July 1 that Taiwan is committed to deepening cooperation with the Marshall Islands and jointly enhancing economic resilience in the face of challenges such as rapidly changing international landscapes and the restructuring of global supply chains.

Ministers from Four Allied Nations Lead Delegations to Taiwan in Support of TaiwanICDF’s 30th Anniversary

2026-07-02 International Cooperation and Development Fund

The International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) will celebrate its 30th anniversary on July 1, 2026. To mark this milestone, a celebration ceremony and international seminar will be held on the day of the anniversary. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-Lung will attend the event. Notably, government ministers from three of Taiwan's key allies across the Pacific, Latin America, and Africa—namely the Marshall Islands, Guatemala, and Eswatini—will personally lead delegations to Taiwan. Their presence underscores the high priority these allied governments place on bilateral cooperation.

Taiwan promotes agricultural products in Singapore

2026-07-02 Taiwan Today

Deputy Agricultural Minister Hu Jong-i attended several events July 1 in Singapore to promote produce and pork products from Taiwan.

MOEA expands talent recruitment efforts to Malaysia

2026-07-02 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Economic Affairs organized a talent recruitment delegation to visit Malaysia June 27-29 as part of government measures to help Taiwanese firms expand their global presence.

FM Lin welcomes visit of Guatemalan health minister

2026-07-01 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung met with Guatemalan Minister of Public Health and Social Assistance Joaquín Barnoya and Vice Minister Edgar Rolando González June 29 in Taipei City, with the two sides exchanging views on bilateral health and medical care cooperation and future projects.

Vice Foreign Minister Ger welcomes Palau agriculture minister

2026-07-01 Taiwan Today

Vice Foreign Minister Ger Bau-shuan received Steven Victor, Palau’s minister of agriculture, fisheries and environment, June 29 in Taipei City, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

MOFA launches international short film competition

2026-07-01 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on June 30 the launch of the second edition of its annual international short film competition called #FindingTaiwan2.0: Where We Connect. MOFA invites filmmakers from around the world to compete for a total prize pool of NT$800,000. Entries may be submitted between July 1 and August 31, 2026.

MOFA strongly opposes China’s Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law; urges international community to jointly counter authoritarian expansionism

2026-07-01 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expresses strong condemnation and solemn opposition to the Chinese government’s enactment on July 1 of the so-called Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law. Through this domestic legislation, China is attempting to exercise long-arm jurisdiction and transnational repression, thereby expanding its threats against and intimidation of the people of Taiwan and other countries, while seriously infringing on the sovereignty of all nations and violating international human rights.

MOFA praises success of visit by Indonesia education delegation

2026-07-01 Taiwan Today

The June 24-27 visit of a delegation led by Universitas Indonesia Rector Heri Hermansyah was a great success in promoting bilateral exchanges, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

President Lai attends 1st Asia-Pacific Hospital at Home Congress

2026-06-30 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said during the inaugural Asia-Pacific Hospital at Home Congress June 27 in Taipei City that Taiwan is happy to share its experience with global partners to promote a healthy world.

MOFA declares FM Lin’s visit to Italy a success

2026-06-30 Taiwan Today

An economic and trade delegation led by Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung to Italy June 23-26 has demonstrated the spirit of Taiwan’s integrated diplomacy initiative and deepened bilateral relations, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said June 27.

Taiwan, US, Paraguay hold GCTF workshop in South American ally

2026-06-30 Taiwan Today

The “Strengthening the Competitiveness of Micro-, Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Face of New Global Challenges” workshop was held June 23-24 in Asunción, Paraguay, under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Taiwan joins 2nd Pax Silica Summit in US

2026-06-30 Taiwan Today

A delegation from Taiwan attended the second Pax Silica Summit organized by the U.S. Department of State June 25-26 in Washington, D.C., according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

President Lai presides over eighth meeting of Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee

2026-06-29 Office of the President

On the afternoon of June 25, President Lai Ching-te presided over the eighth meeting of the Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee.

MOFA thanks Washington for letters supporting expanded exchanges with Taiwan

2026-06-29 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs June 25 thanked U.S. government agencies for sending letters to encourage states and major businesses to expand engagement with Taiwan.

MOEA and Poland’s NCBR Launch Bilateral R&D Cooperation Platform First Joint Call in 2027 to Connect Taiwan and Europe’s Innovation Ecosystems

2026-06-29 Ministry of Economic Affairs

The Department of Industrial Technology (DoIT) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) announced on 24th June that it has signed a “Memorandum of Understanding on Taiwan-Poland Industrial Innovation and R&D Cooperation” with Poland’s National Centre for Research and Development (NCBR) during the “2026 Taiwan Expo in Europe”. Cynthia Kiang, Deputy Minister of the MOEA, stated that Poland is one of Taiwan’s vital strategic partners.

MOFA thanks United States for expressing concern over China’s actions in Taiwan’s eastern waters

2026-06-26 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung welcomes and commends recent statements made by the United States based on its staunch support for Taiwan’s security, cross-strait peace and stability, and the international maritime order.

MOFA thanks UK, French, and German missions in Taiwan for joint statement expressing concern over Chinese activities in waters east of Taiwan

2026-06-26 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely thanks the British Office Taipei, French Office in Taipei, and German Institute Taipei for issuing a joint statement on June 24 expressing concern over recent Chinese activities in the waters east of Taiwan.

MOFA strongly condemns and refutes absurd claims regarding Taiwan by China’s Taiwan Affairs Office

2026-06-26 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns and refutes the false statements issued by China’s Taiwan Affairs Office on June 24. Its spokesperson made such absurd claims as “the reunification of China will not harm the legitimate interests of any other country, including any economic interests they might have in Taiwan.” This is utterly devoid of diplomatic common sense.

FM Lin visits Polish Parliament

2026-06-25 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung visited the Polish Parliament June 23, highlighting the increasingly strong Taiwan-Poland legislative diplomacy and across-the-board partnerships, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

FM Lin speaks at Taiwan Expo in Europe launch in Warsaw

2026-06-25 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said that Taiwan is an indispensable strategic partner of Europe and urged Europe to establish a democratic supply chain with Taiwan based on trust and shared values.

Taiwan stages GCTF workshop on fighting transnational repression

2026-06-25 Taiwan Today

The “Building Resilient Democracies: Responding to Transnational Repression” workshop kicked off June 23 in Taipei City under the Global Cooperation Training Framework.

MOFA launches short films on Taiwan-Europe relations

2026-06-25 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a short film series titled “Taiwan Connects” June 23 to spotlight the robust Taiwan-Europe relations, enhance international understanding of Taiwan and bolster the country’s global visibility.

Taiwan deepens agricultural cooperation with African ally, like-minded partners

2026-06-25 Taiwan Today

The fourth session of the Intensive Smart Agriculture Training Course for African Elites under the African Elite Talent Cultivation Programme kicked off June 22 in Pingtung County, underscoring government commitment to promoting exchanges with its African ally and like-minded countries.

President Lai attends opening ceremony of GCTF Workshop on Building Resilient Democracies: Responding to Transnational Repression

2026-06-24 Office of the President

On the morning of June 23, President Lai Ching-te attended the opening ceremony of the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) Workshop on Building Resilient Democracies: Responding to Transnational Repression.

Taiwan holds international forum on police cooperation in Taipei

2026-06-24 Taiwan Today

The 2026 International Forum on Police Cooperation: Combating Transnational Crime is being staged June 23-24 in Taipei City, highlighting government commitment to strengthening the global law enforcement network.

Taiwan, EU convene labor consultation

2026-06-24 Taiwan Today

The seventh Taiwan-EU Labor Consultation was held June 17 in Brussels to discuss issues of mutual interest such as gig worker protections and human rights in supply chains.

Taiwanese contemporary art exhibition to open at Real Jardín Botánico in Spain

2026-06-24 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), the Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Spain is partnering with the Real Jardín Botánico to present “Crónicas de Piedra y Pluma: Dúo de Arte Contemporáneo Taiwanés (Chronicles of Stone and Feather: Taiwanese Contemporary Art Duo, 石羽記：臺灣當代藝術雙重奏)” at Pabellón Villanueva from June 24 to Aug. 30.

MOFA solemnly refutes joint statement by China and Myanmar disparaging Taiwan’s sovereignty

2026-06-23 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns the joint statement between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar that was issued on June 17.

Taiwan achieves best-ever IMD world competitiveness ranking

2026-06-23 Taiwan Today

Taiwan moved up two places to fourth among 70 economies covered in the 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking released June 18 by Switzerland-based International Institute for Management Development.

Taiwan startups attend VivaTech in Paris

2026-06-23 Taiwan Today

A delegation from Taiwan attended the 2026 VivaTech June 17-20 in Paris, underscoring the country’s achievements in promoting smart living.

South Korea announces extension of preferential tariffs on Taiwanese fruit

2026-06-23 Taiwan Today

The South Korean government announced June 18 that preferential tariffs on Taiwanese bananas, mangoes and pineapples will be extended through Aug. 15, reducing trade costs for domestic farmers and distributors, according to the Ministry of Agriculture.

President Lai attends reception for international press corps

2026-06-22 Office of the President

On the morning of June 18, President Lai Ching-te attended a reception for the international press corps at the Taipei Guest House.

President Lai meets delegation led by US Congressional Black Caucus Vice Chair Lucy McBath

2026-06-22 Office of the President

On the afternoon of June 18, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by United States Congressional Black Caucus Vice Chair Lucy McBath.

Deputy Foreign Minister Chen visits Paraguay

2026-06-22 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi is visiting Paraguay June 14-19 to review the progress of cooperative projects with the South American ally and discuss areas of future cooperation, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Presidential Office thanks G7 leaders for joint statement

2026-06-22 Office of the President

In their recently issued joint statement, the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) underscored the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific based on the rule of law and reaffirmed their opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo in the East and South China Seas and across the Taiwan Strait by force or coercion, stating that these issues should only be resolved peacefully through dialogue.

MOFA greatly welcomes G7 leaders’ statement opposing any unilateral attempts to change cross-strait status quo

2026-06-22 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung warmly welcomes the Group of Seven (G7) leaders’ statement on geopolitical issues, which was released following the G7 summit in Evian, France, from June 15 to 17. The statement emphasized the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific region based on the rule of law.

MOFA response to European Parliament resolution expressing concern over China’s suppression of research and activities regarding Taiwan

2026-06-22 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomes a resolution adopted by the European Parliament in a plenary session on June 16 entitled “Countering transnational repression: towards an EU strategy to protect Europe’s sovereignty and democratic values.”

MOFA strongly condemns China for pressuring Kenya to block Taiwanese scholars’ participation in OOC 11

2026-06-22 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns and protests China’s rogue behavior in pressuring Kenya to block Taiwanese scholars’ participation in the 11th Our Ocean Conference (OOC 11), as well as the Kenyan government’s heavy-handed actions in this matter, which violated human rights and established international practices.

Taiwan Energy Administration Leads Delegation to Canada for Exchanges on Next-Generation Geothermal and Hydrogen Technologies

2026-06-22 Ministry of Economic Affairs

To deepen cooperation between Taiwan and Canada in low-carbon energy, Director General Chih-Wei Wu of the Energy Administration under the Ministry of Economic Affairs led the “Taiwan-Canada Energy Working Group Delegation”on a week-long official and industrial exchange mission to Canada in June 2026. During the visit, the two sides convened the director-general-level “Taiwan-Canada Energy Working Group Meeting” and held multiple exchange sessions with Canadian officials and key industry players to strengthen bilateral connections in low-carbon energy.

MOFA welcomes visit by US Congressional Black Caucus second vice chair

2026-06-18 Taiwan Today

The visit by Lucy McBath, second vice chair of the U.S. House of Representatives’ Congressional Black Caucus, and caucus member Valerie Foushee is welcomed by the government and people of Taiwan, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs June 16.

ROC (Taiwan) government expresses sincere condolences on passing of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha

2026-06-18 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The government of the ROC (Taiwan) expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita, eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of the Kingdom of Thailand.

Taiwan-Japan Co-Prosperity in Digital: Collaboration between the National Central Library and the University of Tsukuba Library Create the “Taiwan Academic Digital Resource Center”

2026-06-18 National Central Library

The National Central Library (NCL) and the University of Tsukuba Library in Japan have collaboratively built Japan’s inaugural “Taiwan Academic Digital Resource Center” (TADRC) to enhance Taiwan’s digital research resources and highlight research accomplishments in the humanities and social sciences. The two parties finalised the signing and inauguration ceremony at the University of Tsukuba on the morning of June 17. The signing event was jointly hosted by NCL Acting Director-General Dr. Chih-Tsung Weng and Dr. Kazuhiko Kato, Vice President and Director of the Library at the University of Tsukuba. Representative Lee Yi-yang of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan formally offered a floral tribute to bestow his blessings on the academic collaboration between Taiwan and Japan.

NDC holds Taiwan-Japan forum on regional revitalization

2026-06-18 Taiwan Today

The Cabinet-level National Development Council staged an exchange forum on regional revitalization with Japan June 12 in Taipei City, underscoring bilateral commitment to deepening development cooperation, according to the council.

Taiwan, US, Palau hold GCTF workshop in Pacific ally

2026-06-17 Taiwan Today

The Enhancing Economic Investment in Palau workshop was held June 11 in the Pacific ally under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

MOFA strongly refutes false claims by China regarding Taiwan following meeting between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang and Mongolian President Khurelsukh

2026-06-17 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) refutes in the strongest possible terms the false claims made by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a press release following a meeting between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa. The press release, issued on June 13, seriously infringed on Taiwan’s sovereignty. MOFA condemns China for repeatedly exploiting interactions with other countries to disseminate baseless rhetoric regarding the so-called “one China principle” in an effort to distort the truth and mislead the international community.

MOFA response to media report concerning alleged pro-China remarks by US scholar at Eswatini cabinet meeting

2026-06-17 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the Embassy of the ROC (Taiwan) in Eswatini are fully aware of related reporting and the political situation in Eswatini following an online media report by South Africa-based Swaziland News that in April, Eswatini Prime Minister Russell Dlamini invited US economist Jeffrey Sachs to participate in a cabinet retreat, during which Mr. Sachs allegedly asserted that Eswatini should establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China on the grounds of economic interests.

Taiwan-France co production ‘BRUT’ draws praise at Czech dance festival

2026-06-17 Ministry of Culture

“BRUT (勞動狂想),” a Taiwan-France co-production commissioned by the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts (Weiwuying), was presented at the KoresponDance Festival of Contemporary Dance, Physical Theatre and Circus in Jihlava, the Czech Republic, from June 5 to 11.

NDC responds to 2026 AmCham Taiwan White Paper

2026-06-17 Taiwan Today

National Development Council Minister Yeh Chun-hsien said June 16 that Taiwan and the U.S. are important partners in economic security and democratic supply chain resilience, with the partnership continuing to expand in recent years.

VP Hsiao welcomes French parliamentary delegation

2026-06-16 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said she looked forward to working with France in the artificial intelligence, space and technology sectors to solidify the two sides’ reliable partnership.

Vice FM Ger attends Philippine Independence Day reception

2026-06-16 Taiwan Today

Vice Foreign Minister Ger Bau-shuan took part in the Philippines’ 128th Independence Day Reception organized by the Manila Economic and Cultural Office June 12 in Taipei City, where he pledged to continue advancing two-way ties.

Taiwan thanks global partners for supportive statements

2026-06-16 Taiwan Today

The recent statements issued by senior officials from Australia, Germany, South Korea, the U.K. and the EU reaffirming the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait are sincerely appreciated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

‘Taiwan Moves’ dance program to run in Germany from June to November

2026-06-16 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture and the Cultural Division of the Taipei Representative Office in Germany, “Taiwan Moves,” a contemporary Taiwanese dance program, will be presented at HELLERAU – European Centre for the Arts in Dresden from June through November.

U.S. CURRENT festival to feature Taiwanese new media art

2026-06-16 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Taiwan Academy in Houston, Taiwanese artists Chang Hsin-yu (張欣語), Tuan Mu (段沐), Lee Chen-an (李宸安), Chou Po-ching (周柏慶), and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University Associate Professor Hou June-hao (侯君昊) will attend the CURRENTS New Media—Art & Technology Festival in Santa Fe, U.S., beginning June 11.

‘Taiwan Travelogue’ tours U.K. after International Booker Prize win

2026-06-16 Ministry of Culture

Taiwanese novel “Taiwan Travelogue (臺灣漫遊錄)” won the U.K.’s prestigious International Booker Prize on May 19, becoming the first work from Taiwan to receive the honor. Following the win, author Yang Shuang-zi (楊双子) and translator Lin King (金翎) toured the U.K. through May 24 for press conferences and reader events.

President Lai delivers remarks to annual meeting of Japan-Taiwan legislative group

2026-06-15 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te expressed hope that the Japan-ROC Diet Members’ Consultative Council will continue working with Taiwan to advance a free and open Indo-Pacific.

President Lai attends opening of 2026 Rotary International Convention

2026-06-15 Office of the President

On the morning of June 14, President Lai Ching-te attended the opening ceremony of the 2026 Rotary International Convention.

Deputy FM Wu gives interview to Euronews

2026-06-15 Taiwan Today

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs François Chih-chung Wu said Taiwan is firmly committed to upholding freedom and democracy, deepening global cooperation and maintaining regional peace and stability.

Deputy FM Wu attends Israeli Independence Day reception

2026-06-15 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu took part in Israel’s 78th Independence Day Reception organized by the Israel Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei June 10 in the capital, where he pledged to continue advancing two-way ties.

MOFA response to joint statement by foreign and defense ministers of Australia and UK reaffirming importance of Taiwan Strait peace and stability

2026-06-15 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung greatly affirms and welcomes the joint statement issued following the Australia-United Kingdom Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) on June 10. The statement reiterated the critical importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, opposed any unilateral action to change the status quo, and encouraged dialogue rather than coercion or the use of force.