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Fostering Inclusivity

The country’s Islamic communities are home to people from around the globe.

NTU makes top 100 list, ranked 97th best university in the world

National Taiwan University (NTU) has been ranked the 97th best university in the world, the first time the school has made it into the survey's top 100 list, according to a Times Higher Education (THE) survey released Wednesday.

Events in southern Taiwan set to foster greater appreciation of Southeast Asian culturePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Events in southern Taiwan set to foster greater appreciation of Southeast Asian culture

A series of free events, including talks on folklore and legends from the South East Asian region and culture-themed forum, are set to take place at the National Tainan Living Arts Center from Sept. 5 to Nov. 7, with the aim to develop greater understanding and appreciation of Southeast Asia' diverse cultural heritage among members of the public in Taiwan.

Taiwan FDA hosts 2020 APEC Medical Devices Regulatory Science Center of Excellence (CoE) Workshop

As part of Taiwan’s continuous effort in the promotion of using international standards for medical devices and the advancement of regulatory harmonization in the Asia-Pacific region, Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) is hosting the ‟2020 APEC Medical Devices Regulatory Science Center of Excellence Workshop” during August 29 to September 11 by online courses and videoconferences.

MOE Taiwan Scholarship Orientation Meeting in CanberraPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOE Taiwan Scholarship Orientation Meeting in Canberra

The Education Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Australia hosted Mr. Kane Sinclair, one of the two Australians awarded a Ministry of Education Taiwan Scholarship this year, for an orientation meeting with Dr. Aaron Chen, the director of the Education, on 10 July.

45 Malaysian Students Awarded Scholarships to Study in TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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45 Malaysian Students Awarded Scholarships to Study in Taiwan

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing serious disruptions to international exchanges, but Taiwan has successfully kept the COVID-19 pandemic under control, winning international acclaim and that the Ministry of Education in Taiwan can provide a safe study environment for local and international students alike. The prime focus of higher education in Taiwan is to prepare the students with broad international views, professional knowledge, and a handful of experience in the industry.

CORONAVIRUS/Adimmune starts COVID-19 vaccine trial

Taiwanese drug maker Adimmune Corp. on Thursday said it has started the first phase of human trials for its experimental COVID-19 vaccine this week, with Phase 2 likely to follow in November if everything goes well.

CORONAVIRUS/Chinese tertiary students now allowed to enter Taiwan: ministry

The Ministry of Education (MOE) announced on Monday that Chinese students, both new and those currently enrolled in tertiary-level schools in Taiwan, will be allowed to enter the country with immediate effect.

Filipina beauty pageant raises money for children in Philippines

Hundreds of Filipinos gathered in Hsinchu on Sunday for a beauty pageant that was held to raise money for sick and underprivileged children in the Philippines. At the "Runway of Fashion 2020" pageant, 25 contestants, mostly Filipina migrant workers, graced the catwalk at the city's Feng Tsai Restaurant and Banquet Hall, dressed in fashion gowns and were judged on confidence, elegance, appearance, and presentation.

Taipei, New Taipei advance bid for World Masters Games 2025Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Taipei, New Taipei advance bid for World Masters Games 2025

Taipei and New Taipei cities completed Aug. 14 the virtual first phase presentation of a joint bid for the World Masters Games 2025.