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Department of Human Rights and Transitional Justice launched by Executive YuanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Department of Human Rights and Transitional Justice launched by Executive Yuan

A new department of human rights and transitional justice was launched by the Executive Yuan June 27 in Taipei City, marking a milestone in government commitment to protecting peoples’ rights.

G-7 leaders thanked by MOFA for supporting cross-strait peace, stabilityPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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G-7 leaders thanked by MOFA for supporting cross-strait peace, stability

The Group of Seven leaders’ support for peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, as well as the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues, is sincerely appreciated by the government and people, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said June 28.

Taiwan to maintain current mask mandate and other epidemic prevention measures from July 1Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan to maintain current mask mandate and other epidemic prevention measures from July 1

On June 29, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that current mask-wearing mandate and other epidemic prevention measures will remain in place from July 1; related details are listed below.

Foreign Minister Wu gives exclusive Koran Tempo interviewPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Foreign Minister Wu gives exclusive Koran Tempo interview

The government is committed to safeguarding Taiwan’s freedom and democratic way of life by enhancing asymmetrical defense capabilities and strengthening civil-military cooperation, according to Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu.

Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia stage GCTF on eliminating hepatitis CPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia stage GCTF on eliminating hepatitis C

A virtual workshop on eliminating hepatitis C was staged under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework June 17 in Taipei City, spotlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening health security in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

Cabinet releases fourth CEDAW national reportPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Cabinet releases fourth CEDAW national report

The Executive Yuan released its fourth national report on the implementation of the U.N. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) June 15 in Taipei City, highlighting efforts by the government to ensure women’s rights on all fronts.

Taiwan urges WTO members to heed preparedness, continues support of UkrainePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan urges WTO members to heed preparedness, continues support of Ukraine

Taiwan urged members of the World Trade Organization to note relevancy to the current situation while joining with over 50 other members to support Ukraine, according to the Minister without Portfolio Deng Chen-chung June 12.

Government announces US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century TradePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Government announces US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade

Executive Yuan Spokesperson Lo Ping-cheng, Minister without Portfolio John Deng, Foreign Minister Joseph Wu and Economic Affairs Minister Wang Mei-hua held a press conference Wednesday on achievements in strengthening Taiwan-U.S. economic and trade relations. The launch of a U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade was officially announced, whereby the two countries will develop concrete ways to deepen their economic and trade relationship.

MOFA grateful for WHO backing from Taiwan’s allies, partnersPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA grateful for WHO backing from Taiwan’s allies, partners

Staunch support from allies and like-minded partners for Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organization, is sincerely appreciated by the government and people, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said May 29.

Current mask mandate and other epidemic prevention measures remain in place until June 30Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Current mask mandate and other epidemic prevention measures remain in place until June 30

On May 30, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that it will maintain the current mask mandate and other preventive measures, effective until June 30, after analyzing the current COVID-19 situation, to maintain disease prevention capacity, bring social and economic activity back to normal and efficiently manage associated risks. Related rules are listed below.