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Thailand to feature as guest of honor at 2026 Taipei book exhibitionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Thailand to feature as guest of honor at 2026 Taipei book exhibition

Thailand will be the guest of honor at the 2026 Taipei International Book Exhibition set for Feb. 3-8 at the Taipei World Trade Center in the city, the Ministry of Culture said Jan. 7.

Overseas Youth Winter Visit to Taiwan: Experiencing the Appeal of Industry, Humanities, and MulticulturalismPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Overseas Youth Winter Visit to Taiwan: Experiencing the Appeal of Industry, Humanities, and Multiculturalism

The 2025 Overseas Youth Taiwan Study Tour successfully concluded after completing the fifth session (Southern Hemisphere and Asia region) by the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC). A total of 123 overseas youth from 11 countries—Mauritius, Australia, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Argentina, Brunei, Brazil, Indonesia, South Africa, and New Zealand—gathered in Taiwan for a 14-day in-depth observation and cultural exchange program.

Taiwan widens direct hiring program for Indonesian workersPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan widens direct hiring program for Indonesian workers

The Ministry of Labor said Jan. 6 that it has reached an agreement with the government of Indonesia to include new sectors in Taiwan’s direct hiring program.

Global youth forum staged in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Global youth forum staged in Taipei

A youth forum was held Jan. 3-4 in Taipei City by the Ministry of Education to explore ways for youth around the world to advocate for net-zero carbon emissions.

Taiwan human rights film festival to screen 11 works from home and abroadPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan human rights film festival to screen 11 works from home and abroad

The Taiwan International Human Rights Film Festival is set to screen 11 works from home and abroad on topics spanning digital rights, migration, political persecution, same-sex discrimination and social justice.

Taiwan music industry delegation set for Malaysia visitPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan music industry delegation set for Malaysia visit

A delegation of Taiwan musicians and music industry representatives is set to visit Malaysia Aug. 28-31, underscoring government efforts to bolster cultural ties with Southeast Asia.

International Conference on Biofertilizers and Biopesticides kicks off in PingtungPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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International Conference on Biofertilizers and Biopesticides kicks off in Pingtung

The International Conference on Biofertilizers and Biopesticides kicked off Aug. 20 in the southern county of Pingtung, spotlighting Taiwan’s role in promoting environmentally friendly farming techniques.

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.