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Taiwan expands SME activity with India

2026-08-21 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Economic Affairs Small and Medium Enterprise and Startup Administration and India’s Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises hosted the Taiwan-India SME Cooperation Forum 2026 Aug. 20 in Taipei City concurrently with Automation Taipei, according to the MOEA.

President Lai attends 2026 Net Zero Tech International Contest Award Ceremony and Networking Dinner

2026-08-20 Office of the President

On the evening of August 19, President Lai Ching-te attended the 2026 Net Zero Tech International Contest Award Ceremony and Networking Dinner.

Deputy FM welcomes Canadian Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly members

2026-08-20 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi received a delegation from the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories Aug. 18 in Taipei City to exchange views on the Taiwan-Canada relationship, Indigenous affairs and sustainable development.

MOFA strongly refutes false claims regarding Taiwan’s sovereignty made by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar in a media interview

2026-08-20 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns and categorically refutes comments made by Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, in a media interview with Al Jazeera on August 16. In his remarks, Prime Minister Anwar erroneously and absurdly implied that Taiwan was a separatist province of China and openly justified China’s position on the use of force to annex Taiwan. These statements seriously jeopardized regional peace and stability.

Taiwan runs travel campaigns in Indonesia

2026-08-20 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ Tourism Administration led a travel industry delegation to Indonesia Aug. 11-17, underscoring government commitment to boosting tourism to Taiwan from Southeast Asia.

Taiwan’s manufacturing output surges 27.1 percent in Q2

2026-08-20 Taiwan Today

Taiwan’s manufacturing output totaled NT$6.87 trillion (US$215 billion) in the second quarter of 2026, up 27.1 percent from the same period last year, the Ministry of Economic Affairs said Aug. 19.

Nibun Chorus takes gold at World Choir Games 2026

2026-08-20 Ministry of Culture

Taiwan’s Nibun Chorus (尼布恩合唱團) won gold in both the Contemporary Music and Mixed Choirs categories at the second phase of the World Choir Games 2026 in Helsingborg, Sweden, held from Aug. 6 to 16.

FM Lin received Japan Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce delegation

2026-08-19 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung received a delegation from the Japan Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce Aug. 18 in Taipei City and thanked the business entity for promoting bilateral exchange.

‘A Foggy Tale’ selected to represent Taiwan at 99th Academy Awards

2026-08-19 Ministry of Culture

The Ministry of Culture (MOC) announced that “A Foggy Tale (大濛),” directed by Chen Yu-hsun (陳玉勳), has been selected to represent Taiwan at the 99th Academy Awards for Best International Feature Film.

Taiwan, Thailand deepen smart technology collaboration

2026-08-19 Taiwan Today

The 10th edition of the Taiwan Thailand Industrial Collaboration Summit was held Aug. 18 in Taipei City, according to the Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Industry Development Administration.

VP Hsiao gives exclusive interview to Al Jazeera

2026-08-18 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim recently expounded on cross-strait and Taiwan-U.S. relations, national defense and societal resilience in a conversation on Al Jazeera’s news program, 101 East.

Taiwan, New Zealand convene ANZTEC joint committee meeting

2026-08-18 Taiwan Today

The 13th edition of the joint committee meeting of the Agreement Between New Zealand and the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu on Economic Cooperation took place Aug. 17.

NSTC Minister expands academia-industry ties with Pittsburgh

2026-08-18 Taiwan Today

National Science and Technology Council Minister Wu Cheng-wen led a delegation to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania’s Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Aug. 13 to 14. The visit was to expand partnership links between Taiwan and top U.S. academic and research institutions.

Taiwan ramps up library cooperation with South Korea

2026-08-18 Taiwan Today

Taiwan and South Korea held a library exchange event Aug. 14 in Busan, underscoring the two sides’ shared commitment to cross-cultural understanding and education.

MOC strongly protests Gwangju Biennale’s unilateral renaming of ‘Taiwan Pavilion’

2026-08-18 Ministry of Culture

Regarding the Gwangju Biennale Foundation’s unilateral decision to rename the “Taiwan Pavilion” for the upcoming Gwangju Biennale as the “NTMoFA Pavilion,” the Ministry of Culture (MOC) issued a stern protest again on Aug. 17. The MOC emphasized that the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts (NTMoFA) and Taiwanese artists will participate in the biennale under the name “Taiwan Pavilion.”

FM Lin gives video interview to BBC

2026-08-17 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung said that like-minded democracies along the Indo-Pacific First Island Chain should strengthen cooperation to jointly counter authoritarian expansion, as China’s military expansion is not aimed solely at Taiwan but that its ambitions extend to the entire region.

Deputy Foreign Minister Wu hosts EVIP delegation

2026-08-17 Taiwan Today

Deputy Minister François Chih-chung Wu welcomed the second delegation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ 2026 European Valued Important Partnership program with a reception Aug. 13 in Taipei City.

MOFA holds seminar on investing in ally St. Vincent and the Grenadines

2026-08-17 Taiwan Today

Vice Foreign Minister Ger Bau-suan hosted a seminar about trade and investment opportunities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines Aug. 12 in Taipei City.

MOFA urges nationals to postpone tourism and business travel to Uganda

2026-08-17 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has learned that on the afternoon of August 12, three ROC (Taiwan) nationals—a business traveler and accompanying family members—had their passports withheld by immigration officials upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport in Kampala, the capital of Uganda. Although the nationals were eventually granted entry, the officers unreasonably demanded that they produce Chinese passports to receive entry stamps before having their Taiwan passports returned, stating that the measure was part of Uganda’s “one China policy.”

Taiwan stages higher education fairs across Indonesia

2026-08-17 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Education held fairs Aug. 1-9 in Jakarta, Bandung, Semarang, Surabaya and Medan to expand higher education exchanges with Indonesia.

MOFA invites country representatives to witness urban resilience exercise in New Taipei

2026-08-14 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs invited representatives of country offices in Taiwan to witness the New Taipei City’s urban resilience drill Aug. 13 to highlight Taiwan’s defense preparedness and the capabilities of the military and civilian sectors.

MOFA expresses deepest condolences on passing of Marshall Islands Iroijlaplap Michael Kabua

2026-08-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On behalf of the people and government of the ROC (Taiwan), Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung conveys his deepest condolences to the people and government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, a Pacific ally of Taiwan, on the loss of Iroijlaplap Michael Kabua, who passed away on August 11 at the age of 81. Minister Lin also expresses sympathies to the Kabua family.

MOFA welcomes joint statement by US and 40 other countries expressing concern over recent missile test in Pacific

2026-08-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung affirms and welcomes the joint statement issued by the United States and 40 other countries on August 11 expressing concern over recent missile testing in the Pacific Ocean.

MOFA response to China’s unilateral announcement of joint exercises with Indonesian navy in waters off Taiwan’s east coast

2026-08-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns China’s unilateral announcement on August 11 that it would conduct so-called “joint operations” and “navigation exercises” with the Indonesian navy in waters off the east coast of Taiwan. China’s reckless and irresponsible behavior in repeatedly disregarding international norms and responsibilities continues to escalate regional tensions.

President Lai welcomes St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Godwin Friday with military honors

2026-08-13 Office of the President

On the afternoon of August 11, President Lai Ching-te welcomed Prime Minister Godwin Friday of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and his wife with full military honors.

President Lai meets Prime Minister Godwin Friday of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

2026-08-13 Office of the President

On the afternoon of August 11, President Lai Ching-te, accompanied by Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, held bilateral talks with Prime Minister Godwin Friday of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines at the Presidential Office following a welcome ceremony with military honors for him and his wife.

President Lai hosts state banquet for St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Godwin Friday

2026-08-13 Office of the President

On the evening of August 11, following a welcome ceremony with military honors and bilateral talks, President Lai Ching-te, accompanied by Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, hosted a state banquet at the Presidential Office for Prime Minister Godwin Friday of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and his wife.

President Lai attends reception marking 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Republic of China (Taiwan) and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

2026-08-13 Office of the President

On the evening of August 12, President Lai Ching-te attended a reception marking the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

MOFA lauds success of visit by Paraguayan media group

2026-08-13 Taiwan Today

The recent visit by a media group from Paraguay helped spotlight how Taiwan and the ally are advancing mutually beneficial cooperation and expanding partnership, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Aug. 12.

MOFA receives parliamentary delegation from Australian state

2026-08-13 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the Aug. 10-14 visit of a cross-party parliamentary delegation from Queensland, Australia.

Taiwan expands drone cooperation with Czechia through workshop, MOU

2026-08-13 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a workshop on drone systems Aug. 3-7 at the Asia UAV AI Innovation Application R&D Center in Chiayi County.

MOFA welcomes joint statement by Australian and Philippine defense ministers reaffirming importance of Taiwan Strait peace

2026-08-13 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung affirms and welcomes the joint statement issued following the 3rd Australia-Philippines Defense Ministers’ Meeting on August 7. The statement reaffirmed the importance of cross-strait peace and stability, opposed any unilateral action to change the status quo, and encouraged dialogue rather than coercion or the use of force.

Prof. Todd Lowary, Director of the Institute of Biological Chemistry, Academia Sinica, Awarded the 2026 Roy L. Whistler International Award in Carbohydrate Chemistry

2026-08-13 Academia Sinica

The International Carbohydrate Organization recently announced the 2026 recipient of the Roy L. Whistler International Award in Carbohydrate Chemistry, a major honor in the field of carbohydrate chemistry. Prof. Todd L. Lowary, Director and Distinguished Research Fellow of the Institute of Biological Chemistry at Academia Sinica, was selected for this award in recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to the development of tools to understand the role of glycans in bacterial disease, particularly those caused by mycobacteria, including those causing the disease tuberculosis.

President Lai receives St. Vincent and the Grenadines prime minister

2026-08-12 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Aug. 11 that Taiwan is committed to deepening cooperation with St. Vincent and the Grenadines across the board and enhancing the welfare of the people on both sides through diverse projects.

FM Lin receives Freedom House CEO

2026-08-11 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung received Jamie Fly, CEO of the U.S.-based nongovernmental organization Freedom House, Aug. 7 in Taipei City, to exchange opinions on democratic development, human rights cooperation and the challenge posed by authoritarian expansion for Taiwan and the global community.

MOFA welcomes upcoming St. Vincent and the Grenadines delegation

2026-08-11 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the Aug. 11-15 visit of a delegation led by Godwin Friday, prime minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, according to the ministry.

Pacific media outlets publish reports on Taiwan’s regional cooperation

2026-08-11 Taiwan Today

Pacific media outlets have recently published reports on Taiwan’s deepening industrial, healthcare and sustainable development cooperation with regional partners and praised Taiwan’s strengths in semiconductors, medical care and technological innovation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Aug. 8.

MOFA organizes culture, technology tour for Ketagalan Forum guests

2026-08-11 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs arranged for selected attendees of the Aug. 4 Ketagalan Forum to visit Acer Inc. and Creative Expo Taiwan 2026 following the conclusion of the event.

Taiwan Partners with Diplomatic Allies and Retailers to Promote Food Trade

2026-08-11 Ministry of Economic Affairs

Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has launched the “Taste of Allies” campaign, partnering with diplomatic envoys and major domestic retail and restaurant chains to introduce premium agricultural products from Paraguay, Guatemala, and Belize directly to Taiwanese consumers.

President Lai meets delegation from Japan Forum for Strategic Studies and Formosa Republican Association

2026-08-10 Office of the President

On the afternoon of August 7, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the Japan Forum for Strategic Studies (JFSS) and Formosa Republican Association (FRA).

FM Lin receives IPAC delegation

2026-08-10 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung received a delegation from the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China Aug. 4 in Taipei City.

EY passes draft amendments to Disaster Prevention and Protection Act

2026-08-07 Taiwan Today

The Executive Yuan Aug. 6 approved draft amendments to the Disaster Prevention and Protection Act, highlighting the government’s commitment to building a disaster management system centered on professional expertise, dedicated personnel and specialized disaster prevention.

2026 Ketagalan Forum wraps up in Taipei

2026-08-07 Taiwan Today

The 2026 Ketagalan Forum was held Aug. 4 in Taipei City, drawing international participants to discuss how to tackle global challenges through democratic resilience, Indo-Pacific security cooperation and non-red supply chains.

MOFA welcomes legislators from 4 US states

2026-08-07 Taiwan Today

Daniel Kuo-ching Chen of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs received a delegation of legislators from four U.S. states Aug. 4 in Taipei City.

President Lai meets Eswatini delegation led by Prime Minister Russell Dlamini

2026-08-06 Office of the President

On the afternoon of August 4, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Prime Minister Russell Dlamini of the Kingdom of Eswatini.

President Lai meets Brookings Institution delegation

2026-08-06 Office of the President

On the afternoon of August 5, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the Brookings Institution.

Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo opens ‘Silent Spaces, Portraits, and Bodies’ photography exhibition

2026-08-06 Ministry of Culture

The Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo inaugurated the exhibition “Silent Spaces, Portraits, and Bodies – The Glory and Landscape” on July 31. Curated by Toshiharu Ito (伊藤俊治), a Japanese art historian and Professor Emeritus at Tokyo University of the Arts, the exhibition features Taiwanese photographers Huang Tzu-ming (黃子明) and Shen Chao-liang (沈昭良), as well as Chiayi City’s photography project documenting local military dependents’ villages.

President Lai confers decoration on US House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul

2026-08-05 Office of the President

On the morning of August 4, President Lai Ching-te conferred the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon on Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul of the United States House Committee on Foreign Affairs in recognition of his long-term dedication and remarkable contributions toward deepening Taiwan-US relations, supporting democratic Taiwan, and upholding peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.

FM Lin meets Japanese Liberal Democratic Party Youth Division delegation

2026-08-05 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung received Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party Youth Division overseas training delegation Aug. 3 in Taipei City to exchange views on Taiwan-Japan relations, Indo-Pacific issues and bilateral cooperation.

Taiwanese photographer Juan I-jong’s ‘Man and Land’ published in Japanese

2026-08-05 Ministry of Culture

Supported by the Ministry of Culture’s Translation Grant program, photographer Juan I-jong (阮義忠)’s photography book “Man and Land 1974-1986 (人與土地－臺灣1974–1986)” has been published in Japanese by Misuzu Bookstore. The Taiwan Cultural Center in Japan hosted an author talk in Tokyo on July 26, featuring Juan and Japanese translator Hikari Sumiki (栖來光) introducing Taiwan’s land, people, and culture through photography and writing.

President Lai attends Ketagalan Forum: 2026 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue

2026-08-04 Office of the President

On the morning of August 4, President Lai Ching-te attended the opening of the Ketagalan Forum: 2026 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue.

US House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Emeritus visits Taiwan

2026-08-04 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Emeritus Michael McCaul, who is visiting Taiwan through Aug. 7.

Japan’s former justice minister attends Ketagalan Forum

2026-08-04 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Keisuke Suzuki, member of the Japanese House of Representatives, arrived in Taipei City Aug. 3 to speak at the Ketagalan Forum.

MOC launches Creative Expo Taiwan 2026

2026-08-04 Ministry of Culture

The Ministry of Culture (MOC) launched the Creative Expo Taiwan 2026 at the Kong Zong Cultural Base in Taipei on July 31. The opening ceremony was officiated by Vice Premier Cheng Li-chun (鄭麗君) and Minister of Culture Li Yuan.

Toronto’s SummerWorks Performance Festival to feature Taiwanese artists

2026-08-04 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Taipei Cultural Center in New York, Taiwanese artist Ping-Hsiang Wang (王品翔) and choreographer Chou Kuan Jou (周寬柔) will appear at the SummerWorks Performance Festival in Toronto, Canada, which runs from Aug. 6 to 16.

President Lai meets US House Subcommittee on East Asia and the Pacific Chairwoman Young Kim

2026-08-03 Office of the President

On the afternoon of July 31, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Chairwoman Young Kim of the United States House of Representatives' Subcommittee on East Asia and the Pacific.

FM Lin welcomes Japan House of Councillors member Takinami

2026-08-03 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung welcomed Hirofumi Takinami, a member of Japan’s House of Councillors, July 31 in Taipei City to exchange views on a wide range of issues.

MOFA to jointly host Ketagalan Forum: 2026 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue

2026-08-03 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the ROC (Taiwan) and the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research will convene the Ketagalan Forum: 2026 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue at the Grand Hyatt Taipei on August 4. This will be the 10th edition of the forum. The event has become one of the premier international conferences on strategy and security in Taiwan. MOFA anticipates that this year it will once again serve as a platform for fostering dialogue and cooperation among participants.

ROC (Taiwan) government donates NT$5 million to assist in reconstruction efforts following Kumamoto earthquake in Japan

2026-08-03 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announces that it will donate NT$5 million to assist in Japan’s reconstruction efforts following a 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28.

MOFA announces visa application suspension for Moroccan nationals

2026-08-03 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announces that it will cease accepting visa applications from Moroccan nationals effective July 30 based on the principle of reciprocity in bilateral exchanges. Exceptions will only be made if special approval is given.

Taiwan expands SME activity with India

2026-08-21 Taiwan Today

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