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9 local hospitals honored for advancing Taiwan’s medical diplomacyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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9 local hospitals honored for advancing Taiwan’s medical diplomacy

The representatives of nine local hospitals were awarded the Friend of Foreign Service Medal for advancing Taiwan’s medical diplomacy by Minister of Foreign Affairs Jaushieh Joseph Wu May 4 in Taipei City.

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Achieving Universal Health

The World Health Orga­nization (WHO) constitution states that “the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health is one of the fundamental rights of every human being.” In Taiwan, this principle is realized through the National Health Insurance (NHI) program, a global benchmark in universal medical care. Taiwan’s expertise in developing this system warrants sharing with the international community through the World Health Assembly (WHA)—the decision-making body of the WHO.

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1st national report on money laundering released in Taiwan

Taiwan’s first national report on money laundering, terrorist financing and risk assessment was released May 2 by the Cabinet-overseen Anti-Money Laundering Office.

APEC forum on dengue fever kicks off in TainanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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APEC forum on dengue fever kicks off in Tainan

An Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum on dengue fever management and prevention opened May 3 in southern Taiwan’s Tainan City, underscoring the commitment of the government to improving regional health and well-being.

Premier: Digital economy key to Taiwan’s rise as smart digital nationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier: Digital economy key to Taiwan’s rise as smart digital nation

Premier Lai Ching-te on Thursday said that building Taiwan into a smart digital nation is one of the Executive Yuan’s five major policy objectives, with smart technology serving as the foundation to expand the digital economy and drive industrial innovation and high-value-added production.

Affordable Universal Health Coverage ─ Taiwan can helpPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Affordable Universal Health Coverage ─ Taiwan can help

The September 2015 UN Summit adopted the post-2015 development agenda and addressed the need to expand upon the Millennium Development Goals by delineating Sustainable Development Goals via the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Among the goals laid out, the third mandates good health and well-being for all at all ages, pledging to promote sustainable development in a way that leaves no one behind. While the Republic of China (Taiwan) is not represented in the UN, it is a member of the glo

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New Southbound Policy fast-tracks exchanges, regional integration

The New Southbound Policy is expanding Taiwan’s exchanges with NSP target countries and ensuring the nation is included in regional integration, according to Premier Lai Ching-te April 24.

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MAC urges Beijing to abandon military threats

The government is committed to safeguarding peace in the Taiwan Strait and defending the nation’s dignity and sovereignty, the Cabinet-level Mainland Affairs Council said April 19.

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Foreign minister presents diplomacy medal to Heritage Foundation founder

Minister of Foreign Affairs Jaushieh Joseph Wu awarded April 23 the Grand Medal of Diplomacy to Edwin J. Feulner, founder of Washington-based think tank The Heritage Foundation, for his decadeslong contributions to strengthening Taiwan-U.S. relations.

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New Southbound Policy offers win for both Taiwan and partners

Premier Lai Ching-te on Monday said that the principles of bilateralism, diversity and win-win collaboration will guide the government’s implementation of the New Southbound Policy.