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Foreign media visit spotlights Taiwan’s indigenous rights, tourism developmentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Foreign media visit spotlights Taiwan’s indigenous rights, tourism development

A delegation of foreign broadcast and print media professionals is in Taiwan April 8-13 to get up to speed on the latest government initiatives advancing indigenous peoples’ rights and tribal tourism development.

Taiwan agricultural products showcased at Bangkok book fairPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan agricultural products showcased at Bangkok book fair

A variety of Taiwan agricultural products are being showcased at the Bangkok International Book Fair running through April 8 as part of the country’s efforts to strengthen cultural and trade exchanges with Southeast Asia.

4 Taiwan influencers named in Forbes 30 under 30 AsiaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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4 Taiwan influencers named in Forbes 30 under 30 Asia

Four Taiwan influencers from the fields of arts, business and science were named in this year’s 30 under 30 Asia list released March 27 by Forbes magazine.

Short film promotes rail travel, cultural traditions in TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Short film promotes rail travel, cultural traditions in Taiwan

A three-minute film promoting rail travel in Taiwan was released March 29 by the Tourism Bureau under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications as part of government efforts to showcase the country’s diverse visitor attractions.

Taiwan tops Asia, ranks 3rd globally in Transformation IndexPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan tops Asia, ranks 3rd globally in Transformation Index

Taiwan ranks first in Asia and third globally in fostering democratic change, economic development and good governance, according to the Transformation Index released March 22 by Germany-based Bertelsmann Foundation.

Intelligent Taiwan project launched by GooglePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Intelligent Taiwan project launched by Google

Google’s Intelligent Taiwan project was officially unveiled March 21 in Taipei City, underscoring the U.S. internet company’s commitment to cultivating and promoting local talent.

20 restaurants awarded stars in first Michelin Guide TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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20 restaurants awarded stars in first Michelin Guide Taipei

The inaugural Michelin Guide Taipei was unveiled March 14, with one local restaurant receiving the coveted three stars, two establishments earning two stars and 17 eateries landing one star.

Taiwan achieves best-ever ranking in World Happiness ReportPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan achieves best-ever ranking in World Happiness Report

Taiwan ranked first in Northeast Asia and 26th globally in the latest World Happiness Report released March 14 by the U.N. Sustainable Development Solutions Network, marking the nation’s best-ever performance in the annual survey.

‘The Great Buddha+’ flies flag for Taiwan at 2018 New Directors/New FilmsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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‘The Great Buddha+’ flies flag for Taiwan at 2018 New Directors/New Films

“The Great Buddha+” will fly the flag for Taiwan at 2018 New Directors/New Films presented by Film Society of Lincoln Center and Museum of Modern Art March 28 to April 8 in New York.

Taiwan novel longlisted for Man Booker International PrizePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan novel longlisted for Man Booker International Prize

“The Stolen Bicycle” by Taiwan novelist Wu Ming-yi is longlisted for this year’s Man Booker International Prize, the first time for a homegrown title to earn such recognition in the 13-year history of the prestigious literary honor.