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Democracy Index ranks Taiwan 3rd in Asia, 32nd globallyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Democracy Index ranks Taiwan 3rd in Asia, 32nd globally

Taiwan is third in Asia and 32nd among 167 countries and territories around the world in the Democracy Index 2018 released Jan. 9 by London-based Economist Intelligence Unit.

Taiwan listed among top 10 travel destinations deserving of more attention in 2019Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan listed among top 10 travel destinations deserving of more attention in 2019

Taiwan was ranked eighth among the top 10 destinations worldwide deserving of more attention in 2019, according to a list published Jan. 3 by international travel website Globe Spots.

Student trainees show their creativity at the 36th OYVTW CommencementPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Student trainees show their creativity at the 36th OYVTW Commencement

The 36th Overseas Youth Vocational Training Workshop (OYVTW) Commencement and Results Exhibition was held at Providence University on December 21. The event was hosted by Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) Vice Minister Roy Yuan-Rong Leu. Around 2,200 people from 12 universities, including Providence University, attended the grand event. Graduating students from each school displayed what they have learned in the 2-year program in stage performances and stall displays; everyone was impres

Building Bonds through EducationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Building Bonds through Education

Customized university courses are boosting student numbers from New Southbound Policy target countries.

Pact on strengthening Austronesian exchanges signed by Taiwan, Marshall IslandsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Pact on strengthening Austronesian exchanges signed by Taiwan, Marshall Islands

The Agreement for Cooperation on Austronesian Peoples’ Cultural Affairs was concluded by Taiwan and the Marshall Islands Jan. 3 in New Taipei City, underscoring the allies’ commitment to deepening bilateral ties through exploration of their shared heritage.

Taiwan donates US$500,000 to Indonesia following deadly tsunamiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan donates US$500,000 to Indonesia following deadly tsunami

Taiwan's government has decided to donate US$500,000 to Indonesia to support relief efforts in the wake of a volcanic eruption and deadly tsunami over the weekend that left hundreds dead, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced Tuesday.

Taiwan, Vietnam educational institutions sign pact on talent cultivation cooperationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, Vietnam educational institutions sign pact on talent cultivation cooperation

A memorandum of understanding on talent cultivation cooperation was concluded by high schools and universities from Taiwan and Vietnam Dec. 24 in the southern city of Kaohsiung, highlighting growing educational links between the two sides in line with the New Southbound Policy.

National Palace Museum treasures to go on display in AustraliaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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National Palace Museum treasures to go on display in Australia

Dozens of artifacts from National Palace Museum, including some of its famous items, are set to go on display in Australia for the first time, according to the Taipei City-based facility Dec. 23.

Taiwan ready to help Indonesia with tsunami reliefPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan ready to help Indonesia with tsunami relief

Taiwan's government expressed its willingness Sunday to provide every possible assistance to Indonesia in the wake of a tsunami that struck coastal areas throughout the Sunda Strait Saturday night, leaving at least 40 dead and 600 injured.

Employers urged to assist Indonesian workers from tsunami-hit areasPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Employers urged to assist Indonesian workers from tsunami-hit areas

Taiwan's Ministry of Labor on Monday urged employers to take the initiative in helping migrant workers who are from areas in Indonesia that were hit by a tsunami over the weekend.