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Sun Moon Lake recognized as green destination at ITB BerlinPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Sun Moon Lake recognized as green destination at ITB Berlin

Taiwan’s Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area is a winner of the Green Destinations Top 100 Story Awards presented during the 2025 ITB in Berlin, the Tourism Administration said March 5.

Australian AI Expert Dr. Sue Keay Engages with the NHRC to Advocate Women’s Role in Technology Through EducationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Australian AI Expert Dr. Sue Keay Engages with the NHRC to Advocate Women’s Role in Technology Through Education

Dr. Sue Keay, Director of the AI Institute at the University of New South Wales and recognized as one of the world’s top 20 women in robotics and automation by SME’s global list, visited Taiwan’s National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) yesterday.

Taiwan-Australia art collaboration impresses audiences at Asia TOPAPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan-Australia art collaboration impresses audiences at Asia TOPA

“Gapu Ŋupan (Chasing the Rainbow),” a Taiwan-Australia co-production, debuted at the Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts (Asia TOPA), held from Feb. 27 to Mar. 1 at Arts Centre Melbourne.

MOA delegation participates in AARDO general, executive committee meetingsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOA delegation participates in AARDO general, executive committee meetings

A Ministry of Agriculture delegation led by Vice Minister Du Wen-zhen took part in the African-Asian Rural Development Organization’s 21st General Session and 77th Executive Committee Session Feb. 18-24 in New Delhi, highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting regional agricultural advancement.

Bangkok Design Week features Taiwanese designs and craftsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Bangkok Design Week features Taiwanese designs and crafts

Bangkok Design Week, presented by Thailand’s Creative Economy Agency, took place from Feb. 8 to 23 under the theme “Design Up+Rising.” The event featured artists from around the world, including Taiwanese curators and designers who showcased artworks and crafts from Taiwan.

RightsCon 2025 Transnational Dialogue Debuts: NHRC Teams Up with International Partners to Forge a Safeguard for Digital Human RightsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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RightsCon 2025 Transnational Dialogue Debuts: NHRC Teams Up with International Partners to Forge a Safeguard for Digital Human Rights

This year marks the inaugural debut of the global digital human rights conference, RightsCon, in Taiwan. Today, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the Philippine Commission on Human Rights (CHR) jointly hosted the “2025 Digital Human Rights International Workshop,” refocusing on the challenges of safeguarding human rights amid threats posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and digital security.

Annual grand APEC sports event the 2025 ASPN Round Table Meeting & Forum held in JapanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Annual grand APEC sports event the 2025 ASPN Round Table Meeting & Forum held in Japan

The prestigious annual APEC sports event, the “2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Sports Policy Network Roundtable Meeting and Forum (2025 ASPN Roundtable Meeting & Forum),” took place in Japan February 6th to 7th. During the two-day event, discussions on specialized sports topics, a display of sports innovations, and sports event observer activities featured 25 speakers from 13 countries, seven sports innovation teams, and nearly 100 local sports practitioners.

Taiwan Hosts Global Digital Rights Conference, Showcasing Commitment to Freedom and DemocracyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan Hosts Global Digital Rights Conference, Showcasing Commitment to Freedom and Democracy

The world’s largest global digital rights conference, RightsCon, officially opened today (Feb. 24) at the Taipei World Trade Center, marking a significant milestone in Taiwan’s digital diplomacy. The Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) expressed gratitude to the international digital governance community for recognizing Taiwan’s steadfast commitment to democracy and peace amidst rapid technological advancements.

OAC Minister vows to maintain Indo-Pacific peace, stabilityPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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OAC Minister vows to maintain Indo-Pacific peace, stability

The Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council Minister Kuan Bi-ling said Feb. 19 that the council is committed to working with its Indo-Pacific counterparts to safeguard peace, prosperity and stability in the region. Kuan made the remarks during an interview on a current affairs Yahoo TV program.

Taiwan-Australia Indigenous co-production to debut in AustraliaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan-Australia Indigenous co-production to debut in Australia

The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney collaborates with the Arts Centre Melbourne to present “Gapu Ngupan (追尋彩虹),” a Taiwan-Australia co-production, at the Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts (Asia TOPA) from Feb. 27 to Mar. 1.