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MOC showcases strengthening cultural ties with NSP target countriesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOC showcases strengthening cultural ties with NSP target countries

Taiwan is making great strides in forging deeper cultural ties with New Southbound Policy target countries, with a total 23 arts cooperation projects launched in line with the initiative this year, according to the Ministry of Culture Dec. 14.

Human Freedom Index ranks Taiwan 2nd in Asia, 10th globallyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Human Freedom Index ranks Taiwan 2nd in Asia, 10th globally

Taiwan is ranked second in Asia and 10th among 162 countries and territories around the world in the latest Human Freedom Index released Dec. 10 by three international public policy think tanks.

Workshop on women's leadership, empowerment begins in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Workshop on women's leadership, empowerment begins in Taipei

A three-day workshop focusing on women's leadership and empowerment in the Indo-Pacific region kicked off in Taipei Monday, featuring 30 participants from 14 countries sharing experiences and exchanging views.

Taiwanese actress won best supporting role at AAA's in SingaporePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwanese actress won best supporting role at AAA's in Singapore

Taiwanese actress Candy Yang (楊小黎) won the Best Actress in a Supporting Role Award at the 2018 Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA's) in Singapore on Friday, with her role in the TV series "Roseki," produced by Hakka TV Station.

Underwater tunnel, beluga whales draw visitors to Taiwan’s foremost aquariumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Underwater tunnel, beluga whales draw visitors to Taiwan’s foremost aquarium

The National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium in the southern county of Pingtung draws more than 1 million visitors a year. Spanning 96 hectares, the facility is the largest of its kind in the country and one of 38 attractions nationwide to receive the maximum three stars in the Michelin Green Guide Taiwan.

International startup conference kicks off in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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International startup conference kicks off in Taipei

Techstars Startup Week Taiwan kicked off Dec. 3 in Taipei City, bringing together more than 300 business leaders, entrepreneurs and venture capitalists from nearly 20 countries and territories.

Taiwanese TV drama to be aired in countries across the worldPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwanese TV drama to be aired in countries across the world

The Taiwanese TV series "The New World" will soon be broadcast in several other countries around the world, including some of Taiwan's diplomatic allies, in an effort to expand Taiwan's soft power, the foreign ministry said Tuesday.

Taiwan welcomes 10 million foreign visitors for 4th consecutive yearPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan welcomes 10 million foreign visitors for 4th consecutive year

Taiwan welcomed its 10 millionth foreign visitor Dec. 2, marking the fourth consecutive year the nation has reached the milestone, according to the Tourism Bureau under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications.

Indonesia-based NGO wins Taiwan human rights awardPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Indonesia-based NGO wins Taiwan human rights award

Gusdurian Network Indonesia is the winner of the Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award for its efforts to promote multiculturalism, peace and tolerance, according to organizer Taiwan Foundation for Democracy Nov. 28.

Indonesian NGO wins Asia Democracy and Human Rights AwardPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Indonesian NGO wins Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award

The Gusdurian Network Indonesia (GNI) has won the 2018 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award in recognition of its dedication to peace, pluralism, and fundamental human rights and values, it was announced in Taipei Wednesday.