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Taiwan’s tourism factory model inspires Malaysian chocolate baronPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan’s tourism factory model inspires Malaysian chocolate baron

Teaching tourists how to make chocolate orangutans is one of the more creative business ideas that has helped Teng Sze-choong transform his confectionery company into one of the largest chocolate retailers in Malaysia, and it is all thanks to lessons he learned when he was in Taiwan.

Taiwan universities see rise in number of Southeast Asian studentsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan universities see rise in number of Southeast Asian students

From prayer rooms that cater to Muslims to the diversity of food available at school cafeterias, university campuses in Taiwan have in recent years been stepping up efforts to accommodate the increasing number of Southeast Asian students pursuing higher education in the country.

Singapore in spotlight at Taiwan NPM arts festivalPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Singapore in spotlight at Taiwan NPM arts festival

The arts, culture and cuisine of Singapore will be celebrated at the monthlong Asian Art Festival that kicks off Oct. 6 at National Palace Museum Southern Branch.

Global Harbor Cities Forum wraps up in KaohsiungPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Global Harbor Cities Forum wraps up in Kaohsiung

Mayors and representatives from 38 harbor cities worldwide pledged Sept. 27 in Kaohsiung to pursue the sustainable development of land and sea resources and build more livable and resilient environments that can cope with the effects of climate change.

International entrepreneurship congress kicks off in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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International entrepreneurship congress kicks off in Taipei

The Global Entrepreneurship Congress Plus kicked off Sept. 26 at the Taipei International Convention Center, bringing together industry experts and policymakers from home and abroad to discuss methods of using smart technologies to strengthen business growth, innovation and sustainable development.

Stories of love and loss celebrated at Taiwan Literature Award for MigrantsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Stories of love and loss celebrated at Taiwan Literature Award for Migrants

Writers from Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam were the winners at the 2018 Taiwan Literature Award for Migrants held Sept. 30 in Taipei City.

U.S., Taiwan joint e-waste management workshop opens in Philippines Photos - New Southbound Policy
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U.S., Taiwan joint e-waste management workshop opens in Philippines

The 8th International E-Waste Management Network Workshop, a five-day event jointly organized by the United States and Taiwan to share electronic waste (e-waste) management experience, kicked off Monday in Quezon City, the Philippines.

Open Call: Grants offered for Southeast Asian artistsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Open Call: Grants offered for Southeast Asian artists

To foster deeper and more diverse collaboration in the arts among the cultural communities of Southeast Asia and Taiwan, a grants program offered by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of China (Taiwan) will accept proposals through Oct. 19, 2018.

Island IdentityPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Island Identity

Holo musicians are enjoying success by staying true to their historical roots.

Mouthwatering MarketPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Mouthwatering Market

Government initiatives are bolstering economic ties with Malaysia.