On Oct. 10, 2017, the Republic of China (Taiwan) celebrates its 106th anniversary energized by growing international recognition of its thriving democracy and vibrant multicultural society. A staunch defender of human rights and the rule of law, Taiwan is a beacon of freedom in Asia that warmly welcomes people and integrates cultures from across the world.

On Oct. 10, 2017, the 106th National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan), the country stands united in its drive toward industrial revitalization. To achieve this change, Taiwan is transforming its economic structures and upgrading its industries, moving beyond a reliance on traditional models and embracing innovation, the digital economy and Industry 4.0.

Taiwan is an indispensable partner of the Philippines in the war against illicit drug trafficking, with local authorities having made significant contributions to tackling related transnational crimes, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Oct. 5.

A series of innovative cultural events and a projection show commencing Oct. 7 are set to add extra color to this year’s Republic of China (Taiwan) Double Tenth National Day celebrations at the Office of the President in Taipei City.

The concern shown by the Apostleship of the Sea for the safety and well-being of the world’s seafarers is deeply appreciated by the government and in line with its goal of further expanding exchanges between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and diplomatic ally the Holy See, Vice President Chen Chien-jen said Oct. 2.

EcoMobility World Festival got underway Oct. 1 in southern Taiwan’s Kaohsiung City, gathering around 900 academics, experts and officials from home and abroad to discuss the latest trends in sustainable urban mobility and green city development.

A forum promoting exchanges between locally based nongovernmental organizations and their international counterparts on the sidelines of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change wrapped up Sept. 28 in central Taiwan’s Taichung City.

Staunch support for Taiwan’s participation in the U.N. system shown by Republic of China (Taiwan) diplomatic allies during the world body’s recent General Assembly in New York is deeply appreciated by the government and people of Taiwan, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Sept. 27.

Taiwan placed 15th in the latest Global Competitiveness Report released Sept. 26 by Geneva-based World Economic Forum, moving down one spot from last year.

The 2017 International Environmental Partnership Conference kicked off Sept. 25 in Taipei City, with officials from 12 countries participating in discussions and sharing best practices on environmental protection measures.