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Taiwan’s Presidential Office launches trailblazing sleepover promotionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan’s Presidential Office launches trailblazing sleepover promotion

A trailblazing sleepover promotion affording international visitors the opportunity to experience firsthand Taiwan’s historic Presidential Office Building was launched Aug. 12 in Taipei City.

Taiwan wins gold at 2019 Asian Men’s U23 Volleyball ChampionshipPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan wins gold at 2019 Asian Men’s U23 Volleyball Championship

Taiwan overcame a spirited India to claim its first gold in the Asian Men’s U23 Volleyball Championship Aug. 11 in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar.

Taiwan stages APEC conference on medical information sharingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan stages APEC conference on medical information sharing

An Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference on medical information sharing wrapped up Aug. 9 in Taipei City, spotlighting the government’s success in advancing APEC health and well-being initiatives.

APO smart manufacturing center of excellence launched in TaichungPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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APO smart manufacturing center of excellence launched in Taichung

Tokyo-based Asian Productivity Organization launched its Center of Excellence on Smart Manufacturing Aug. 6 in Taichung, reflecting global recognition of the central Taiwan city’s high-tech prowess.

Malaysian Internet Sensation, Xue Jie Spend Chinese Valentine’s Day Together – Experiencing the Romantic Ambiance of Qixi FestivalPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Malaysian Internet Sensation, Xue Jie Spend Chinese Valentine’s Day Together – Experiencing the Romantic Ambiance of Qixi Festival

In an effort to expand the Malaysian and Muslim travel markets, Commissioner Liu Yi-ting of the Department of Information and Tourism and Taipei City Government Deputy Spokesperson Huang Ching-yin (also known as “Xue Jie”) experienced Yue Lao’s (Matchmaking God) red yarn knitting – symbolizing the bringing together of couples through matchmaking – with emerging Malaysian actress Elvina Mohamad and Internet sensation Stephy at the Fleisch Tea House in Dadaocheng today (August 3).

MOE-organized higher education camp kicks off in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOE-organized higher education camp kicks off in Taipei

The University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific Discovery Camp kicked off Aug. 5 in Taipei City as part of government efforts bolstering cultural and educational exchanges throughout the Asia-Pacific.

Chou Tien-chen claims 1st win for Taiwan in men’s singles at Thailand OpenPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Chou Tien-chen claims 1st win for Taiwan in men’s singles at Thailand Open

Taiwan ace Chou Tien-chen claimed the men’s singles at the Thailand Open Aug. 4 in Bangkok to win his second Badminton World Federation tour title of the season.

Taiwan, US co-host regional meeting on air quality managementPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, US co-host regional meeting on air quality management

A meeting on improving regional air quality kicked off July 30 in Taoyuan City, northern Taiwan, underscoring the government’s commitment to promoting a healthier environment.

Joint R&D center opening highlights growing Taiwan-India academic tiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Joint R&D center opening highlights growing Taiwan-India academic ties

The Indo-Taiwan Joint Research Center on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning was inaugurated July 27 in Rupnagar, India, underscoring government efforts to deepen academic ties with the New Southbound Policy target country.

APEC consultation on reducing food loss takes place in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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APEC consultation on reducing food loss takes place in Taipei

An Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation consultation on food loss and waste reduction wrapped up July 26 in Taipei City, spotlighting Taiwan’s commitment to promoting food security, combating climate change and advancing sustainable development.