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President Tsai reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to achieving net zero goal by 2050Photos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to achieving net zero goal by 2050

President Tsai Ing-wen said Nov. 7 that the government is committed to expanding collaboration with partners around the world to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Tsai vows to transform Taichung into global smart machinery powerhousePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai vows to transform Taichung into global smart machinery powerhouse

President Tsai Ing-wen vowed to shape central Taiwan’s Taichung City into a world-class smart machinery powerhouse Nov. 8, underscoring the government’s commitment to cementing the country’s position in global supply chains.

President Tsai names TSMC founder Chang as envoy for APEC Economic Leaders’ MeetingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai names TSMC founder Chang as envoy for APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

President Tsai Ing-wen announced Nov. 2 that Morris Chang, founder and former chairman of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., will be her envoy to the 29th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Economic Leaders’ Meeting.

President Tsai attends Australian Office 40th anniversary celebrationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai attends Australian Office 40th anniversary celebration

On the afternoon of October 26, President Tsai Ing-wen attended a celebration marking the 40th anniversary of the Australian Office in Taipei. In her remarks, the president thanked Australia for supporting Taiwan’s international participation, and stated that we will continue to work with our Australian partners to safeguard the region and uphold our shared values of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law.

Tsai reaffirms commitment to Taiwan’s semiconductor industryPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai reaffirms commitment to Taiwan’s semiconductor industry

President Tsai Ing-wen said Oct. 22 that the government is committed to developing Taiwan’s semiconductor industry to build the country into an advanced manufacturing hub while safeguarding its position in global supply chains.

VP Lai reiterates Taiwan’s commitment to developing cultural, creative industriesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Lai reiterates Taiwan’s commitment to developing cultural, creative industries

Taiwan is sparing no efforts in developing cultural and creative industries, according to Vice President Lai Ching-te Oct. 21.

President Tsai vows to fast-track startup development in TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai vows to fast-track startup development in Taiwan

President Tsai Ing-wen said Oct. 19 that the government is leaving no stone unturned in fostering Taiwan’s startup ecosystem to ensure the country continues surging ahead as an island of innovation.

VP Lai reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to sustainable developmentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Lai reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to sustainable development

The government is promoting sustainable development at home and abroad as part of Taiwan’s obligations as a responsible member of the international community, according to Vice President Lai Ching-te Oct. 13.

President Tsai delivers 2021 National Day AddressPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai delivers 2021 National Day Address

President Tsai Ing-wen on the morning of October 10 attended the ROC’s 110th Double Tenth National Day Celebration in the plaza fronting the Presidential Office Building, and delivered an address entitled “Forging a Stronger Consensus: Standing United to Protect Taiwan.”

President Tsai addresses opening of 2021 Yushan ForumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai addresses opening of 2021 Yushan Forum

On the morning of October 8, President Tsai Ing-wen addressed the opening of the 2021 Yushan Forum: Asian Dialogue for Innovation and Progress. In her remarks, President Tsai said that, as we enter the post-pandemic era, Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy is going to be key to our engagement with the rest of Asia, and that through this policy, Taiwan will strengthen ties with regional strategic partners such as the United States, Australia, India, Japan, and ASEAN member states.