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Leave No One Behind website shows Taiwan can help attain universal health coveragePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Leave No One Behind website shows Taiwan can help attain universal health coverage

The Leave No One Behind website was launched April 2 in Taipei City as part of government efforts demonstrating the nation’s commitment to achieving the World Health Organization’s goal of universal health coverage.

Taiwan public TV launches news broadcasts in SE Asian languagesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan public TV launches news broadcasts in SE Asian languages

Taiwan’s Public Television Service commenced April 2 regular news broadcasts in Indonesian, Thai and Vietnamese, spotlighting the nation’s efforts to deepen exchanges with Southeast Asia and provide a supportive environment for residents from the countries.

Premier attends groundbreaking for Shalun Green Energy Science CityPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier attends groundbreaking for Shalun Green Energy Science City

Premier Lai Ching-te joined a groundbreaking ceremony for the Shalun Green Energy Science City in Tainan on Saturday, expressing hope that the project will develop into an engine of growth for Taiwan’s green energy industry and drive the nation’s development toward achieving the government’s “green silicon island” goal.

DIGI+ program to accelerate ‘five plus two’ industries, create smart nationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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DIGI+ program to accelerate ‘five plus two’ industries, create smart nation

Premier Lai Ching-te on Monday said the Digital Nation and Innovative Economic Development Program (DIGI+) is a vital part of the Executive Yuan’s smart nation policy that also provides fertile soil for the “five plus two” innovative industries, boosts Taiwan’s competitiveness, and enhances the quality of life.

Bangkok International Book Fair spotlights Taiwan culture and literaturePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Bangkok International Book Fair spotlights Taiwan culture and literature

Taiwan is the guest of honor at the Bangkok International Book Fair running through April 8, marking the first time in 11 years that the country has taken center stage at the event, according to the Ministry of Culture.

Taiwan science parks post record operation results in 2017Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan science parks post record operation results in 2017

Taiwan’s three science parks posted combined record revenues of NT$2.46 trillion (US$84.4 billion) in 2017, up 3.58 percent year on year, according to the Ministry of Science and Technology March 27.

Taiwan international training center promotes global health care developmentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan international training center promotes global health care development

Almost 1,500 professionals from 62 countries and territories have received instruction to date at the Taiwan International Health Training Center, underscoring the nation’s commitment to advancing medical care development around the world, according to the Ministry of Health and Welfare March 27.

Taiwan pledges continued support for international efforts to eradicate TBPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan pledges continued support for international efforts to eradicate TB

Taiwan’s senior health officials reiterated March 23 the nation’s commitment to eradicating tuberculosis at home and joining international efforts to eliminate the disease.

MOFA Minister Wu leads foreign diplomats on tour of HualienPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA Minister Wu leads foreign diplomats on tour of Hualien

A delegation of foreign diplomatic personnel completed March 24 a two-day tour of Hualien organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs aimed at fostering awareness of the eastern Taiwan county’s abundant attractions.

Recipients of Taiwan Fellowship deliver presentationsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Recipients of Taiwan Fellowship deliver presentations

Four of the latest Taiwan Fellowship recipients delivered research presentations spanning such areas as bilateral relations, education, regional security and technology March 21 at National Central Library in Taipei City.