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Taiwan gears up for 2021 Open Parliament Forum

2021 Open Parliament Forum gets underway Dec. 2 in Taipei City, underscoring the commitment of the government to expanding resilient partnership with members of the democratic world, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 24.

MOFA spotlights Taiwan’s successful UNFCCC campaignPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA spotlights Taiwan’s successful UNFCCC campaign

Taiwan’s bid for meaningful participation in the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change showcased the country’s commitment to achieving zero emissions by 2050 and garnered widespread support from the local public and private sectors, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 18.

Foreign Minister Wu gives Sky News Australia interviewPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Foreign Minister Wu gives Sky News Australia interview

The government is committed to safeguarding Taiwan’s freedom and democracy by enhancing indigenous defense capabilities while expanding cooperation with like-minded partners worldwide, according to Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu.

Trending Taiwan Short Film Competition winners awardedPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Trending Taiwan Short Film Competition winners awarded

Winners of the Trending Taiwan Short Film Competition, an annual competition organized by the Department of International Information Services under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, were awarded at a ceremony Nov. 10 in Taipei City.

CECC approves selective entry of foreign migrant workers while strict border control measures remain in place; R.O.C. (Taiwan) overseas missions to process related visa applicationsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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CECC approves selective entry of foreign migrant workers while strict border control measures remain in place; R.O.C. (Taiwan) overseas missions to process related visa applications

Considering that the domestic COVID-19 situation has stabilized, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has decided to allow the selective entry of foreign migrant workers starting November 11, 2021, to help address industry and care needs while continuing to ensure antipandemic measures are implemented.

Nationwide epidemic alert to remain at Level 2 from November 16 to November 29; CECC makes adjustments to related measures and urges public to continue following epidemic prevention and control measuresPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Nationwide epidemic alert to remain at Level 2 from November 16 to November 29; CECC makes adjustments to related measures and urges public to continue following epidemic prevention and control measures

As the pandemic has continued to subside and the situation is under control in Taiwan, after discussions with relevant agencies and assessments, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced on November 11 that it will maintain the Level 2 epidemic alert, effective from November 16 to November 29. Details about adjustments to related regulations and general principles are listed below.

Taiwan, US, Japan, UK, Slovakia stage GCTF media literacy workshopPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, US, Japan, UK, Slovakia stage GCTF media literacy workshop

A workshop on defending democracy through media literacy was staged by Taiwan, the U.S., Japan, the U.K. and Slovakia under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework Nov. 9 to 10 from Taipei City.

Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia, Israel stage GCTF workshop on rights for people with disabilitiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia, Israel stage GCTF workshop on rights for people with disabilities

A workshop on implementing the rights of persons with disabilities was staged by Taiwan, the U.S., Japan, Australia and Israel under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework Nov. 4 to 5 from Taipei City.

MOFA releases COP26 short spotlighting Taiwan’s commitment to combating climate crisisPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA releases COP26 short spotlighting Taiwan’s commitment to combating climate crisis

A short film showcasing Taiwan’s commitment to combatting climate change was released Nov. 1 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia, Canada stage GCTF workshop on women’s participation in public lifePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, US, Japan, Australia, Canada stage GCTF workshop on women’s participation in public life

A virtual workshop on women’s participation in public life was staged under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework Oct. 27 by forces for good Taiwan, the U.S., Japan, Australia and Canada.