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‘World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys’ to feature TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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‘World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys’ to feature Taiwan

A British television series will feature a railway journey around Taiwan in an upcoming episode that will showcase the country's scenery and interesting sites.

Taipei wins big at 2021 IDC Smart City Asia Pacific Awards

Taipei was a big winner at the 2021 IDC Smart City Asia Pacific Awards (SCAPA), taking the awards in the categories of civic engagement and public health and social services, according to the organizer, U.S.-headquartered International Data Corp. (IDC).

2021 Mayors’ Summit Concludes: New Normal Brings Digital Transformations to CitiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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2021 Mayors’ Summit Concludes: New Normal Brings Digital Transformations to Cities

The 2021 Smart City Mayors’ Summit has successfully concluded on Mar 24th after two video conference sessions (on Mar. 23rd and 24th) with 24 city leaders and representatives from 18 countries, with each sharing how they respond to COVID-19 pandemic through smart technologies under the “New Normal”. Taipei City is represented by Mayor Ko Wen-je and Deputy Mayor Huang Shan-shan.

Smart city expo kicks off in Taipei, physically and online

The 2021 Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE), an annual international gathering that focuses on smart city developments and solutions, kicked off Tuesday in Taipei featuring both physical and online displays.

Taipei Zoo shares conservation experience with Malaysian officials

Taipei Zoo shared its experience of promoting wildlife conservation on Saturday with members of Malaysia’s representative office in Taiwan, and announced that a Malayan tapir at the zoo has become pregnant.

Taipei, Melbourne Discuss COVID-19 Prevention and Economic Recovery PlansPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taipei, Melbourne Discuss COVID-19 Prevention and Economic Recovery Plans

In the age of global pandemic, Taipei’s success in containing COVID-19 through strict preventive measures has been recognized around the world. Agencies affiliated with the Melbourne City Government connected with the Department of Economic Development (DOED) for an online conference to discuss topics ranging from pandemic prevention to post-COVID-19 era economic recovery strategies on February 1.

Mayor Sounds the Pistol for 2020 Taipei MarathonPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Mayor Sounds the Pistol for 2020 Taipei Marathon

The 2020 Taipei Marathon kicked off in the morning of December 20. Mayor Ko Wen-je sounded the starting pistol as roughly 28,000 moved forth from the starting line amidst low temperature and a light drizzle.

Taipei, New Taipei to Cohost 2025 World Masters GamesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taipei, New Taipei to Cohost 2025 World Masters Games

On December 10, Mayor Ko Wen-je and New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih attended the signing ceremony at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park to finalize the municipalities’ hosting of the 2025 World Masters Games.

Taipei to feature at 'Open House Worldwide' online festival

Taiwan's capital Taipei will share the city's innovative responses to the COVID-19 pandemic with a global audience when it attends the first-ever 'Open House Worldwide,' a free 48-hour streamed festival that addresses important issues facing built environments, next month.

Taipei and New Taipei to host 2025 World Masters Games

Taipei and New Taipei have won a joint bid to host the 2025 edition of the World Masters Games, beating out Paris, France and Perth, Australia.