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Taiwan makes donation to APECPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan makes donation to APEC

Taiwan signed a memorandum of understanding on the donation of US$650,000 to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Secretariat Dec. 11 in Shenzhen, China, underscoring government commitment to advancing regional development, according to the MOFA.

Deputy FM Wu tells AFP advanced chip production to stay in TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Deputy FM Wu tells AFP advanced chip production to stay in Taiwan

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu said Taiwan is determined to keep cutting-edge technology in-country to safeguard its key role in the semiconductor sector.

Taiwan, Philippines host smart port development forumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, Philippines host smart port development forum

The Taiwan-Philippines Smart Port Development Forum was held Dec. 9-11 in Kaohsiung City, highlighting the like-minded partners’ commitment to deepening city, port and tourism cooperation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

EY announces fifth national CEDAW reportPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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EY announces fifth national CEDAW report

The Executive Yuan unveiled the fifth national report on the implementation of the U.N. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) Dec. 10, highlighting government commitment to protecting women’s rights.

MOFA response to China’s recent attempts at military intimidation in the Taiwan Strait and across regionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA response to China’s recent attempts at military intimidation in the Taiwan Strait and across region

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) condemns recent malicious moves by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) to engage in various forms of military intimidation near several neighboring countries and in the Taiwan Strait. Such regrettable actions have heightened regional tensions.

MOFA urges Interpol to include TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA urges Interpol to include Taiwan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticized the International Criminal Police Organization Dec. 9 for jeopardizing its cause and mission by excluding Taiwan due to political considerations.

FM Lin speaks to international mediaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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FM Lin speaks to international media

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung hosted a reception for 10 journalists from nine countries in America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East in early November, in which he briefed on China’s aggressive tactics and Taiwan’s relations with Europe, South America and the U.S., according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Taiwanese officials speak at Sydney DialoguePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwanese officials speak at Sydney Dialogue

A delegation from Taiwan attended the 2025 Sydney Dialogue Dec. 4-5 in Australia to call on members of the free world to work in unity to safeguard shared democratic values.

MOFA response to Japan and Australia defense ministers’ joint statement reaffirming importance of peace and stability across Taiwan StraitPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA response to Japan and Australia defense ministers’ joint statement reaffirming importance of peace and stability across Taiwan Strait

Japanese Minister of Defense Shinjiro Koizumi met with Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles in Tokyo on December 7. Following the meeting, they issued a joint statement reaffirming that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait were essential to regional and international security and prosperity and reiterating strong opposition to unilateral attempts to change the status quo by force or coercion. They also emphasized that cross-strait issues should be reso

MOFA response to US government emphasizing strategic importance of Taiwan in National Security StrategyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA response to US government emphasizing strategic importance of Taiwan in National Security Strategy

The White House released the National Security Strategy of the United States of America (NSS) on December 4. In addition to stating that Taiwan is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, it emphasizes Taiwan’s vital geostrategic location and importance to global shipping, underscoring Taiwan’s significant influence on the US economy.