The international review of Taiwan’s first national report on implementation of the U.N. Convention against Corruption kicked off Aug. 21 in Taipei City, underscoring the country’s commitment to refining measures aimed at ensuring clean governance and corporate practices.
Taiwan's government donated US$250,000 to Indonesia Tuesday to help with relief efforts in the wake of a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that left hundreds of people dead in the popular tourist destination of Lombok.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of a conference of principals from Chinese-language schools in countries targeted by Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy, Premier Lai Ching-te said Monday that Taiwan greatly values exchanges with these nations, and looks forward to future cooperation engendering enduring, mutually beneficial relationships to the advantage of all.
The majority of people in Taiwan disapprove of Beijing’s efforts to suppress the country’s international space, according to a poll released Aug. 16 by the Cabinet-level Mainland Affairs Council.
Premier Lai Ching-te on Friday directed government agencies to step up preparations for Taiwan’s bid for membership in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
An international workshop on transnational crime and forensic science staged under the Taiwan-U.S. Global Cooperation and Training Framework wrapped up Aug. 15 in Taipei City, with 26 law enforcement officials from 16 countries gathering to share information and best practices.
Following a presentation Thursday by the Ministry of Education (MOE) on the current state of preparations for the upcoming Asian Games 2018, Premier Lai Ching-te instructed ministries and agencies to attend carefully to behind-the-scenes logistics and support, and spare no effort in assisting athletes and coaches, so that competitors will be able to focus without distraction on delivering an excellent performance and winning glory for the nation.
Premier Lai Ching-te on Tuesday took part in the opening ceremony of the Global Cooperation and Training Framework International Workshop on Combating Transnational Crime and Forensic Science. The premier remarked that the fight against illegal drugs requires transnational cooperation, and Taiwan stands ready to face any challenge, acting forcefully as a builder of regional peace and a worthy partner making advanced contributions.
Premier Lai Ching-te on Tuesday hosted the 18th interministerial meeting on accelerating investment in Taiwan, where he applauded the National Development Council’s (NDC) action plan to improve the funding environment for startups.
A selection of gifts that President Tsai Ing-wen will present to top-level officials during her upcoming state visit to Paraguay and Belize was unveiled at the Office of the President Aug. 8 in Taipei City.
