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President Tsai vows to make southern Taiwan integral part of global supply chainsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai vows to make southern Taiwan integral part of global supply chains

President Tsai Ing-wen vowed to shape Kaohsiung City into a key player in making southern Taiwan an integral part of the world economy Dec. 6, underscoring the government’s commitment to cementing the country’s position in global supply chains.

President Tsai kicks off 2021 Open Parliament ForumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai kicks off 2021 Open Parliament Forum

President Tsai Ing-wen kicked off the 2021 Open Parliament Forum—Open Parliament in a Post-COVID Context: Global Examples of Resilience and Planning for 2022 and Beyond—staged Dec. 2 in Taipei City, reaffirming the government’s commitment to expanding resilient partnerships with members of the democratic world, according to the Presidential Office.

Tsai presents Taiwan’s Presidential Culture Awards, lauds honorees’ contributionsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai presents Taiwan’s Presidential Culture Awards, lauds honorees’ contributions

President Tsai Ing-wen lauded the cultural contributions of five individuals and groups Nov. 30, spotlighting their achievements in showcasing Taiwan values and excellence in the respective fields.

Tsai’s APEC envoy seeks support for Taiwan’s CPTPP bid at economic leaders’ meetingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai’s APEC envoy seeks support for Taiwan’s CPTPP bid at economic leaders’ meeting

Taiwan is willing and able to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership while promoting free trade with fellow Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation member economies, according to Morris Chang, founder and former chairman of the world’s largest chipmaker, Hsinchu City-headquartered Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.

President Tsai reiterates Taiwan’s commitment to forging resilient supply chainsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai reiterates Taiwan’s commitment to forging resilient supply chains

President Tsai Ing-wen said Nov. 11 that the government will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with industries to forge resilient supply chains in Taiwan.

APEC envoy Morris Chang attends 2021 APEC Economic Leaders’ MeetingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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APEC envoy Morris Chang attends 2021 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

TSMC founder Dr. Morris Chang (張忠謀), in his capacity as leader’s representative, participated in the 2021 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM), held via videoconference from 7:00 pm to 9:45 pm on November 12 (Taipei time), during which he successfully conveyed Taiwan’s ideas and positions on a range of key issues.

President Tsai reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to achieving net zero goal by 2050Photos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to achieving net zero goal by 2050

President Tsai Ing-wen said Nov. 7 that the government is committed to expanding collaboration with partners around the world to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Tsai vows to transform Taichung into global smart machinery powerhousePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai vows to transform Taichung into global smart machinery powerhouse

President Tsai Ing-wen vowed to shape central Taiwan’s Taichung City into a world-class smart machinery powerhouse Nov. 8, underscoring the government’s commitment to cementing the country’s position in global supply chains.

President Tsai names TSMC founder Chang as envoy for APEC Economic Leaders’ MeetingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai names TSMC founder Chang as envoy for APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

President Tsai Ing-wen announced Nov. 2 that Morris Chang, founder and former chairman of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., will be her envoy to the 29th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Economic Leaders’ Meeting.

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President Tsai attends Australian Office 40th anniversary celebration

On the afternoon of October 26, President Tsai Ing-wen attended a celebration marking the 40th anniversary of the Australian Office in Taipei. In her remarks, the president thanked Australia for supporting Taiwan’s international participation, and stated that we will continue to work with our Australian partners to safeguard the region and uphold our shared values of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law.