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President Tsai's video address to Universal Health Coverage Forum in GenevaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai's video address to Universal Health Coverage Forum in Geneva

President Tsai Ing-wen delivered a major speech via video before the Universal Health Coverage Forum held by the World Medical Association at 9 a.m. Geneva time (3 p.m. Taipei time) on Tuesday, May 22.

President Tsai meets Stephenson King, St. Lucia Minister for Infrastructure, Ports, Energy and LabourPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets Stephenson King, St. Lucia Minister for Infrastructure, Ports, Energy and Labour

President Tsai Ing-wen met on the morning of May 20 with Mr. Stephenson King, Saint Lucia Minister for Infrastructure, Ports, Energy and Labour. The president thanked Minister King for exercising his political influence for so many years to promote and consolidate the bilateral friendship between Taiwan and St. Lucia. She also expressed hope that various cooperative projects and Taiwan's participation in St. Lucia infrastructure projects will enhance bilateral cooperation.

Presidential Office thanks 172 members of US House for urging World Health Assembly to invite TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Presidential Office thanks 172 members of US House for urging World Health Assembly to invite Taiwan

The Office of the President expressed gratitude on May 17 to the 172 members of the United States House of Representatives, led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce and Ranking Democrat Eliot Engel, who signed a letter addressed to World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, urging the WHO to invite Taiwan to participate in this year's World Health Assembly (WHA).

President Tsai's remarks at 2018 Europe Day DinnerPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai's remarks at 2018 Europe Day Dinner

On the evening of May 17, President Tsai Ing-wen attended the 2018 Europe Day Dinner held by the European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan.

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.