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Taiwan congratulates new leaders of Czech Republic, New ZealandPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan congratulates new leaders of Czech Republic, New Zealand

The government and people of Taiwan extend their warmest congratulations to Petr Pavel, the newly elected president of the Czech Republic, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Jan. 29.

NDC lauds success of Taiwan’s five-plus-two innovative industries planPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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NDC lauds success of Taiwan’s five-plus-two innovative industries plan

The five-plus-two innovative industries initiative has achieved fruitful results amid geopolitical challenges such as the U.S.-China trade friction and the COVID-19 pandemic over the past few years, according to the Cabinet-level National Development Council Jan. 17.

EY greenlights draft bill to Immigration ActPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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EY greenlights draft bill to Immigration Act

A total of 52 draft amendments to the Immigration Act were approved by the Executive Yuan Jan. 12, spotlighting government commitment to advancing immigrants’ human rights, attracting foreign professionals to Taiwan and raising penalties for immigration-related crime.

The 2022 New Southbound Policy Elite Study Program wraps up in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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The 2022 New Southbound Policy Elite Study Program wraps up in Taipei

The 2022 New Southbound Policy Elite Study Program wrapped up Jan. 6 in Taipei City, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening mutual understanding and people-to-people connections with NSP target countries.

Premier touts successes in combating major animal diseasesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier touts successes in combating major animal diseases

At Thursday’s Cabinet meeting, the Council of Agriculture (COA) delivered a report on the results of disease prevention work carried out during the last few years against several major animal diseases. Premier Su Tseng-chang noted that Taiwan has recorded no cases of goat pox for more than 10 years, has successfully prevented African swine fever from entering its borders and has eradicated foot-and-mouth disease from the nation. Meanwhile, Taiwan continues to make great strides toward ending vac

MOFA delivers 2022 report cardPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA delivers 2022 report card

Dynamic, professional and resilient diplomacy under the government’s leadership has helped Taiwan expand its international presence while strengthening cooperation with allies and like-minded countries, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Dec. 23.

Premier praises WorldSkills Competition success and pledges continued investment in vocational talentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier praises WorldSkills Competition success and pledges continued investment in vocational talent

At Thursday's Cabinet meeting, Premier Su Tseng-chang received a briefing from the Ministry of Labor (MOL) on Taiwan’s participation in the WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edition, which concluded in Austria last month. Taiwanese competitors performed exceptionally well, winning 6 gold, 13 silver and 6 bronze medals, and taking home an additional 17 medallions for excellence, coming in third overall out of the 57 participating members.

Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia stage GCTF Joint Committee MeetingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia stage GCTF Joint Committee Meeting

Taiwan, Australia, Japan and the U.S. held the annual Global Cooperation and Training Framework Joint Committee Meeting Dec. 7 in Taipei City, reviewing the results of 2022’s workshops and planning for the year ahead.

Foreign Minister Wu gives exclusive interview to The Guardian’s Helen DavidsonPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Foreign Minister Wu gives exclusive interview to The Guardian’s Helen Davidson

Taiwan is committed to standing in solidarity with democracies around the world in urging China to respect human rights, Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu said Dec. 6.

Taiwan-Southeast Asia Vegetable Germplasm Initiative launched in TainanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan-Southeast Asia Vegetable Germplasm Initiative launched in Tainan

The Taiwan-Southeast Asia Vegetable Germplasm Initiative kicked off Dec. 6 in the southern city of Tainan, highlighting the government’s commitment to conserving and sharing plant strains while increasing crop diversity in Southeast Asia.