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Taiwan shines at Australian creative festival

Five music groups and two high-tech startups from Taiwan took center stage Oct. 15 at SXSW Sydney 2025 to spotlight the country’s soft power and tech innovation, according to the Ministry of Culture.

Melbourne Fringe Festival 2025 presents Fringe Focus Taiwan

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney is collaborating with the Melbourne Fringe Festival to present the Fringe Focus Taiwan from Oct. 14 to 18.

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Taiwan stages APEC workshop on blue carbon ecosystems

A workshop on incorporating blue carbon ecosystems into climate policies is taking place Oct. 15-16 in Taipei City through the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, underscoring government commitment to enhancing regional climate resilience.

TTXC 2025 features Asia’s largest XR exhibition and global IP showcasePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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TTXC 2025 features Asia’s largest XR exhibition and global IP showcase

The Ministry of Culture and the Kaohsiung City Government are co-hosting the 2025 Taiwan Technology X Culture Expo (TTXC), running from Oct. 10 to 26 at the Pier-2 Art Center in Kaohsiung.

River City Bangkok presents ‘Graffiti Social Club’ featuring three artists from TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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River City Bangkok presents ‘Graffiti Social Club’ featuring three artists from Taiwan

With the support of the Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand, River City Bangkok is hosting the international graffiti exhibition “Graffiti Social Club.” Opened on Oct. 9, the exhibition will be on view through Jan. 4, 2026.

Taiwan maintains Tier 1 status in US anti-human trafficking report

Taiwan remained at Tier 1 in the U.S. Department of State’s 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report for the 16th year running, reflecting global recognition of the government’s efforts to protect human rights, the Ministry of the Interior said.

Major Cambodian Travel Agencies Visit Taichung on Familiarization Trip to Experience City's Cultural Charm in DepthPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Major Cambodian Travel Agencies Visit Taichung on Familiarization Trip to Experience City's Cultural Charm in Depth

To expand the Southeast Asian tourism market, the Taichung City Government has been actively promoting international tourism marketing. Yesterday (30th), it specially hosted a familiarization tour for 30 leading travel agencies from Cambodia, inviting them to experience the unique charm of Taichung—a city where urban life and art coexist in harmony.

Indigenous Voices Across Borders: Golden Melody Award-Winning Singer Usay Kawlu to Shine in Delhi

Supported by Taiwan’s Ministry of Culture and the Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India, the “2025 Taiwan Indigenous Music Night” will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 8:30 PM at The Piano Man Jazz Club, one of Delhi’s most renowned music venues. The event will feature Usay Kawlu, winner of the 35th Golden Melody Award for Best Indigenous Language Singer, alongside internationally acclaimed musician Musa.

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Taiwan stages APEC workshop on circular agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture held a workshop on best practices and innovations in circular agriculture through the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Sept. 23-25 in Kaohsiung City, highlighting government commitment to jointly advancing food security and sustainability in the region and internationally.

Taiwan’s health ministry, Thai university sign AI model validation pactPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan’s health ministry, Thai university sign AI model validation pact

A memorandum of understanding was concluded between the Ministry of Health and Welfare and Thailand’s Mahidol University Sept. 22 to cooperate on artificial intelligence model validation to accelerate commercialization of smart healthcare solutions.