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Tsai inaugurates National Biotechnology Research Park in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai inaugurates National Biotechnology Research Park in Taipei

President Tsai Ing-wen said Oct. 15 that the inauguration of the National Biotechnology Research Park in Taipei City marks a major step forward for the local biomedical sector and key milestone in the advancement of Taiwan’s R&D prowess.

President Tsai attends opening of Yushan ForumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai attends opening of Yushan Forum

On the morning of October 11, Presient Tsai Ing-wen attended the opening ceremony of the Yushan Forum. She explained Taiwan's efforts to promote a sustainable future in the region, demonstrating the spirit of the forum and our New Southbound Policy: Taiwan helps Asia, and Asia helps Taiwan.

President Tsai delivers 2018 National Day AddressPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai delivers 2018 National Day Address

President Tsai Ing-wen on the morning of October 10 attended the ROC's 107th Double Tenth National Day Celebration in the plaza fronting the Presidential Office Building, and delivered an address entitled "Democratic Taiwan Lights up the World." She explained that Taiwan will respond to dramatic changes in international politics and economics by seeking stability, adaptability, and making progress, and build a stronger Taiwan by strengthening national security, the economy, and the social safety

Foreign leaders, dignitaries visit Taiwan for Double Tenth National DayPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Foreign leaders, dignitaries visit Taiwan for Double Tenth National Day

Leaders and high-level officials from Paraguay, St. Lucia and St. Kitts and Nevis are visiting Taiwan for Double Tenth National Day, underscoring the strength of relations between the country and the diplomatic allies in South America and the Caribbean, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Oct. 8.

President Tsai's remarks at 2018 Taiwan Business Alliance ConferencePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai's remarks at 2018 Taiwan Business Alliance Conference

President Tsai Ing-wen attended the "2018 Taiwan Business Alliance Conference" on the morning of October 8. She explained that the government is working to ensure an open and dynamic environment that promotes innovation and sustainable growth, and is determined to ensure that Taiwan is not just one of the world’s best places to invest, but also a springboard for business expansion in the Asia-Pacific region.

Tsai names TSMC founder Chang as envoy for APEC leaders’ meetingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai names TSMC founder Chang as envoy for APEC leaders’ meeting

President Tsai Ing-wen said Oct. 3 that Morris Chang, founder and former chairman of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd., will be her envoy at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation leaders’ meeting in Papua New Guinea.

President Tsai announces TSMC founder Morris Chang as her envoy at 2018 APEC Economic Leaders' WeekPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai announces TSMC founder Morris Chang as her envoy at 2018 APEC Economic Leaders' Week

President Tsai Ing-wen held a press conference on the morning of October 3 to announce that Morris Chang (張忠謀), the founder of the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd (TSMC) will serve as her envoy at the 2018 APEC Economic Leaders' Week. She asked Mr. Chang and his delegation to engage in constructive dialogue with representatives from other countries, identify opportunities for cooperation, and tell the international community about Taiwan's strengths, and vision and ideas about embrac

President Tsai eyes expanded Indo-Pacific role for TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai eyes expanded Indo-Pacific role for Taiwan

President Tsai Ing-wen said Sept. 29 that Taiwan will continue cooperating with like-minded countries in promoting peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.

Tsai advocates global cooperation in advancing sustainable tourismPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai advocates global cooperation in advancing sustainable tourism

President Tsai Ing-wen said Sept. 27 that Taiwan is willing and able to share its extensive industry development experience in advancing sustainable tourism.

President Tsai attends RTI's International Conference on Achieving Sustainability in Asia-PacificPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai attends RTI's International Conference on Achieving Sustainability in Asia-Pacific

On the morning of September 27, President Tsai Ing-wen attended the International Conference on Achieving Sustainability in Asia-Pacific, a centerpiece of the 90th anniversary of Radio Taiwan International (RTI). She explained that year by year, Taiwan is getting closer to achieving its sustainable development goals. The president also expressed hope that in the future we can integrate the efforts of industry, government, academia, research institutions, and NGOs to continue to promote sustainab