The Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney, in collaboration with the Biennale of Sydney, continues its effort to introduce Taiwanese artists to the international stage. On May 27, the Biennale of Sydney announced this year’s theme, venues, and the first group of participating artists, which includes two Taiwanese artists: Chen Chieh-jen (陳界仁) and Chang En-man (張恩滿).
Health and Welfare Minister Chiu Tai-yuan continues to urge the World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of the World Health Organization, to include Taiwan as an observer at its 78th session running May 19-27 in Geneva, according to the Ministry of Health and Welfare.
The Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Malaysia, in collaboration with Eslite Bookstore in Kuala Lumpur, will launch the Taiwanese Literature Seminars on May 31. In addition to featuring prominent writers from Taiwan, the event will highlight the vibrancy of Taiwan’s independent bookstore scene.
The International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) hosted a World Health Assembly (WHA) side event on the evening of May 20 (Geneva time) in Geneva, Switzerland. The forum, titled “Empowering through Inclusive Healthcare：Leveraging Smart Technologies for Accessibility” attracted more than 90 participants, including government representatives from allied countries such as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Paraguay. Also in attendance were experts and representatives of NGOs from
A delegation from the Ministry of Education attended the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Education Ministerial Meeting held May 13-15 in Jeju, South Korea, to share Taiwan’s success in promoting digital education and to deepen cross-border exchanges.
At the upcoming World Health Assembly (WHA), the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) will host a WHA side event titled Empowering through Inclusive Healthcare: Leveraging Smart Technologies for Accessibility. Held on May 20 in Geneva, Switzerland, this forum will explore the application of smart technologies in the public health and medical fields. Representatives from allied nations’ health ministries, international NGOs, and academia will speak at the event, discussing
Minister of Labor Hung Sun-han is leading a delegation to the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Human Resources Development Ministerial Meeting held May 11-13 in Jeju, South Korea, to share related policymaking and promote cross-border cooperation.
The Startup Global Program implemented by the National Development Council is helping establish Taiwan as a trusted partner when it comes to promoting entrepreneurship and global innovation, the NDC said May 8.
The Education Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand held the third Study in Taiwan Information Session this year, at Panyapiwat Institute of Management on March 9, 2025. Approximately 130 Thai students, parents, and educators took part, creating a lively, engaging atmosphere.
The 2025 Taiwan–India Higher Education Leaders Forum took place at the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) in Delhi, on March 25. It was organized by FICHET—the Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan—and the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). This was the third forum for leaders of universities and institutions of higher education in Taiwan and in India. It was also the 30th anniversary of the establishment of relations between Taiwan and India.
