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Taiwan extends visa-free program for Brunei, Philippine, Thai passport holdersPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan extends visa-free program for Brunei, Philippine, Thai passport holders

A trial program offering passport holders from Brunei, the Philippines and Thailand visa-free entry to Taiwan for up to 14 days will be extended for another year, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs July 12.

NTCRI preserves and promotes Taiwan’s vibrant handicraft traditionsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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NTCRI preserves and promotes Taiwan’s vibrant handicraft traditions

From April 14 to June 3, innovative jewelry creations by 17 Taiwan artisans were displayed at the Museum of Arts and Crafts, Itami in Hyogo prefecture, Japan. Titled the “Taiwan Contemporary Jewelry Exhibition,” the event was co-organized by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute in the central county of Nantou. The featured items are now on show at NTCRI’s branch in Taipei City through Sept. 9.

Indo-Pacific and Southeast Asia youth climate change seminar kicks off in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Indo-Pacific and Southeast Asia youth climate change seminar kicks off in Taipei

The Indo-Pacific and Southeast Asia Youth Seminar on Climate Change got underway July 12 in Taipei City as part of government efforts seeking meaningful participation for Taiwan in the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change.

International Network of Liberal Woman to launch Asia-Pacific Chapter in TaichungPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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International Network of Liberal Woman to launch Asia-Pacific Chapter in Taichung

Netherlands-based nongovernmental organization International Network of Liberal Woman will establish its Asia-Pacific Chapter in central Taiwan’s Taichung City, the local government announced July 12.

7 Taiwan films made available for nonprofit public screenings in ThailandPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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7 Taiwan films made available for nonprofit public screenings in Thailand

Seven Taiwan films are available free of charge for nonprofit public screenings in Thailand as part of government efforts to strengthen exchanges with the New Southbound Policy country, the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand announced July 11.

Taiwan, India sign MOU to promote cooperation in AI, roboticsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan, India sign MOU to promote cooperation in AI, robotics

The Hsinchu Science Park and the Central Taiwan Science Park (CTSP) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) Tuesday with the government of Karnataka State in India to promote bilateral exchanges in the field of artificial intelligence and robotics.

MOFA announces one-year extension of 14-day visa-free entry program for Brunei, Philippine, and Thai nationalsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA announces one-year extension of 14-day visa-free entry program for Brunei, Philippine, and Thai nationals

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on July 12 the extension of its trial 14-day visa-free entry program for nationals from Brunei, the Philippines, and Thailand.

Taiwan leads way in advancing gender equality in AsiaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan leads way in advancing gender equality in Asia

Taiwan’s central and local governments are making significant progress in implementing legislation, mechanisms and programs safeguarding women’s rights across the economic, political and social spheres.

Tourism film to spotlight Taiwan’s Muslim-friendly travel environment in Brunei, MalaysiaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tourism film to spotlight Taiwan’s Muslim-friendly travel environment in Brunei, Malaysia

A promotional film showcasing Taiwan’s major tourist attractions and Muslim-friendly travel environment is scheduled to premiere in Brunei and Malaysia in August as part of government efforts to strengthen tourism exchanges with the New Southbound Policy countries.

Taiwan students to foster youth exchanges, promote Taichung flora expo in USPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan students to foster youth exchanges, promote Taichung flora expo in US

A total of 33 high school students from Taichung are set to visit the central Taiwan metropolis’s sister cities in the U.S. during July as part of a local government initiative aimed at cultivating international youth exchanges and promoting the upcoming Taichung World Flora Exposition.