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.
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.
Taiwan is seeking a bigger role in the UNFCCC as part of efforts to join the international community in combating climate change.
Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) Chairman James C. F. Huang (center) joins performers on stage during the opening ceremony of the Taiwan Expo 2017 Nov. 9 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The winners of the 2017 Trending Taiwan Short Film Competition were honored at an awards ceremony Nov. 8 in Taipei City.
Taiwan, Australia and the U.S. jointly launched the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Women and the Economy Subfund Nov. 10 in Danang, Vietnam, underscoring the member economies’ shared commitment to fostering women’s empowerment across the region.
The 41st World Hospital Congress kicked off Nov. 7 in Taipei City, bringing together over 850 medical professionals from the public and private sectors of 48 countries and territories to discuss the latest advances in patient-friendly health care.
Travelers from the Republic of China (Taiwan) are eligible to use Australia’s arrivals SmartGate self-processing e-passport control system in operation at the country’s eight major international airports effective Nov. 6, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Highlighting Taiwan’s economic accomplishments and commitment to achieving greater participation in regional economic integration are the nation’s top priorities for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Economic Leaders’ Meeting, according to James Soong, representative of President Tsai Ing-wen to the annual gathering.
