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54th Golden Horse Awards Ceremony staged in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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54th Golden Horse Awards Ceremony staged in Taipei

The 54th Golden Horse Awards Ceremony took place at National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Nov. 25 in Taipei City, honoring a selection of the finest Chinese language cinema offerings over the past 12 months.

Premier Lai reiterates government’s commitment to tackling money launderingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier Lai reiterates government’s commitment to tackling money laundering

The government is sparing no effort in preparing Taiwan for the third round of mutual evaluations by the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) set to take place in a year’s time, Premier Lai Ching-te said Nov. 22 in Taipei City.

Premier Lai urges agencies to continue combating money launderingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier Lai urges agencies to continue combating money laundering

Premier Lai Ching-te today urged government agencies to continue the fight against money laundering, saying the work has broad and significant impacts on Taiwan, from the maintenance of law order and clean governance, to Taiwan’s financial and trade relations with other countries, even the efforts of Taiwanese firms to invest and expand overseas. The premier also called on the public to lend their support for this important work.

Taiwan maintains 23rd in IMD global talent competitiveness reportPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan maintains 23rd in IMD global talent competitiveness report

Taiwan is the 23rd best economy in the world in terms of attracting, developing and retaining top talent for the second consecutive year, according to Switzerland-based International Institute for Management Development (IMD).

Premier Lai calls for expanded collaboration with APEC membersPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier Lai calls for expanded collaboration with APEC members

Taiwan should continue enhancing cooperation with other Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation member economies so as to create more global business opportunities for the country, according to Premier Lai Ching-te Nov. 16.

 EPA chief reaffirms Taiwan’s renewables commitment in interview with Deutsche WellePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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EPA chief reaffirms Taiwan’s renewables commitment in interview with Deutsche Welle

Taiwan is committed to complying with the goals of the Paris Agreement under the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change through reducing fossil fuel use and fostering renewable energy generation, Environmental Protection Administration Minister Lee Ying-yuan said Nov. 13 in a TV interview with Germany’s Deutsche Welle.

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Building the Future

Taiwan’s economic, social and sustainable development needs are to be met through a comprehensive and farsighted infrastructure plan.

Premier urges stronger APEC cooperation for growth

Premier Lai Ching-te at today’s Cabinet meeting received reports from government agencies on Taiwan’s participation in 2017’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Vietnam.

International Austronesian Conference kicks off in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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International Austronesian Conference kicks off in Taipei

The International Austronesian Conference got underway Nov. 13 in Taipei City, reaffirming the government’s commitment to promoting the development of indigenous peoples throughout Southeast Asia and the Pacific, as well as increasing global awareness of key issues impacting their societies and strengthening regional links.

Asia-Pacific experts gather in Taipei for tech-focused women’s entrepreneurship workshopPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Asia-Pacific experts gather in Taipei for tech-focused women’s entrepreneurship workshop

An international workshop on harnessing the potential of women entrepreneurs in the high-tech sector kicked off Nov. 14 in Taipei City, bringing together 21 experts from 12 countries to discuss best practices and the latest developments across the Asia-Pacific.