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Closer cooperation between Taiwan, Asia-Pacific nations eyed by TsaiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Closer cooperation between Taiwan, Asia-Pacific nations eyed by Tsai

President Tsai Ing-wen said May 14 that strengthening Taiwan’s strategic relationships with like-minded countries throughout the Asia-Pacific is key to promoting democracy and freedom while keeping the region on the development track.

Presidential Office congratulates Malaysia on successful general electionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Presidential Office congratulates Malaysia on successful general election

We extend sincere congratulations to the people of Malaysia for upholding democratic principles, and the Pakatan Harapan bloc led by Mahathir bin Mohamad for winning a majority of seats in the recent general election, completing the country's first transfer of power between political parties.

VP Chen eyes stronger Taiwan-India agricultural tiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Chen eyes stronger Taiwan-India agricultural ties

Taiwan is committed to expanding agricultural cooperation with India across such fields as business development, mutually beneficial trade and sustainable farming practices, Vice President Chen Chien-jen said May 9.

President Tsai talks up Taiwan’s smart manufacturing capabilitiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai talks up Taiwan’s smart manufacturing capabilities

President Tsai Ing-wen said May 8 that smart machinery is fast-tracking transformation of traditional manufacturing and spurring industrial development across a broad spectrum of sectors in Taiwan.

President Tsai touts progress on offshore wind farm developmentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai touts progress on offshore wind farm development

President Tsai Ing-wen said May 5 that offshore wind power projects mark a new chapter in energy sector transformation and highlight the government’s commitment to embracing renewables.

VP Chen reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to biotech industry developmentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Chen reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to biotech industry development

The government is committed to transforming biotechnology into a trillion New Taiwan dollar industry through fostering research expertise and boosting collaboration between local firms and leading international enterprises, according to Vice President Chen Chien-jen May 7.

Enterprises, talents honored with Presidential Innovation AwardPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Enterprises, talents honored with Presidential Innovation Award

The four winners of the Presidential Innovation Award were honored April 30 in Taipei City for cutting-edge solutions and approaches in areas spanning energy-efficient products, green building materials and design, and performing arts.

Tsai visits top aerospace firms, pledges to bolster Taiwan’s defense industryPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai visits top aerospace firms, pledges to bolster Taiwan’s defense industry

President Tsai Ing-wen said April 27 that cutting-edge technology and smart manufacturing techniques are strengthening the local aerospace sector’s capacity for producing indigenous aircraft and bolstering Taiwan’s defense industry.

Tsai receives Central American delegation, pledges greater judicial cooperationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai receives Central American delegation, pledges greater judicial cooperation

President Tsai Ing-wen said April 24 that the government is willing and able to share Taiwan’s judicial reform experiences with Central America in an effort to advance national development and strengthen bilateral relations.

VP Chen thanks medical association for advocating Taiwan’s WHA bidPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Chen thanks medical association for advocating Taiwan’s WHA bid

Nongovernmental organizations play an important role in advancing Taiwan’s medical diplomacy and advocating the nation’s participation in the World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organization, according to Vice President Chen Chien-jen April 22.