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Taiwan, Philippines ink disaster prevention pact

Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Center for Disaster Reduction (NCDR) and the Philippines’ Iloilo City signed an agreement on enhancing early earthquake detection and precipitation measurement June 10 in the Philippine city.

NDC steps up digital nomad promotion effortsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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NDC steps up digital nomad promotion efforts

The National Development Council held an event June 7 in Taipei City to reiterate the government’s commitment to promoting Taiwan as a top Asian destination for digital nomads from around the world.

City Diplomacy Enhanced! APEC Workshop on Reducing Food Loss and Waste Held in Taichung for the First TimePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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City Diplomacy Enhanced! APEC Workshop on Reducing Food Loss and Waste Held in Taichung for the First Time

The Workshop on Reducing Food Loss and Waste through Packaging Innovations and Progress Review of FLW in the APEC Region, organized by the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and held in Taichung for the first time thanks to the proactive efforts of the Taichung City Government, officially opened today (5th) at Evergreen Laurel Hotel (Taichung).

Indian author Shubhangi Swarup to join author talks in TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Indian author Shubhangi Swarup to join author talks in Taiwan

Indian author Shubhangi Swarup will be visiting Taiwan for the first time, participating in author talks with Taiwanese writers Hsieh Wang-ling (謝旺霖) and Wu Ming-yi (吳明益) on June 3 and June 7, respectively.

25th Biennale of Sydney to feature two Taiwanese artists

The Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney, in collaboration with the Biennale of Sydney, continues its effort to introduce Taiwanese artists to the international stage. On May 27, the Biennale of Sydney announced this year’s theme, venues, and the first group of participating artists, which includes two Taiwanese artists: Chen Chieh-jen (陳界仁) and Chang En-man (張恩滿).

Taiwan urges WHA inclusionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan urges WHA inclusion

Health and Welfare Minister Chiu Tai-yuan continues to urge the World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organization, to include Taiwan as an observer at its 78th session running May 19-27 in Geneva, according to the Ministry of Health and Welfare.

Malaysia Eslite Bookstore to showcase Taiwan literature starting May 31Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Malaysia Eslite Bookstore to showcase Taiwan literature starting May 31

The Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Malaysia, in collaboration with Eslite Bookstore in Kuala Lumpur, will launch the Taiwanese Literature Seminars on May 31. In addition to featuring prominent writers from Taiwan, the event will highlight the vibrancy of Taiwan’s independent bookstore scene.

Paraguayan Vice Minister Thanks Taiwan for Medical Assistance at WHA Side EventPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Paraguayan Vice Minister Thanks Taiwan for Medical Assistance at WHA Side Event

The International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) hosted a World Health Assembly (WHA) side event on the evening of May 20 (Geneva time) in Geneva, Switzerland. The forum, titled “Empowering through Inclusive Healthcare:Leveraging Smart Technologies for Accessibility” attracted more than 90 participants, including government representatives from allied countries such as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Paraguay. Also in attendance were experts and representatives of NGOs from

TaiwanICDF Hosts WHA Side Event to Highlight Taiwan’s Soft PowerPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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TaiwanICDF Hosts WHA Side Event to Highlight Taiwan’s Soft Power

At the upcoming World Health Assembly (WHA), the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) will host a WHA side event titled Empowering through Inclusive Healthcare: Leveraging Smart Technologies for Accessibility. Held on May 20 in Geneva, Switzerland, this forum will explore the application of smart technologies in the public health and medical fields. Representatives from allied nations’ health ministries, international NGOs, and academia will speak at the event, discussing

Taiwan takes part in APEC education ministerial meetingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan takes part in APEC education ministerial meeting

A delegation from the Ministry of Education attended the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Education Ministerial Meeting held May 13-15 in Jeju, South Korea, to share Taiwan’s success in promoting digital education and to deepen cross-border exchanges.