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American Institute in Taiwan inaugurates new office complex in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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American Institute in Taiwan inaugurates new office complex in Taipei

The American Institute in Taiwan’s new office complex was inaugurated June 12 in Taipei City’s Neihu District, marking a historic milestone in Taiwan-U.S. relations.

Taiwan CDC takes first step toward New Southbound Policy to facilitate exchange and collaboration on tuberculosis prevention and control Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan CDC takes first step toward New Southbound Policy to facilitate exchange and collaboration on tuberculosis prevention and control

To respond to challenges presented by cross-border tuberculosis prevention and control and share Taiwan’s best practices, the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (Taiwan CDC) is hosting the four-week “2018 Tuberculosis Control and Prevention Workshop under New Southbound Policy” during June 11 and July 6, 2018. The goal of the workshop is to provide health officials and professionals from Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam a multi-pronged approach to prevent and control tuberculosis, including discussi

Islam Campus Summit held at National Cheng Kung UniversityPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Islam Campus Summit held at National Cheng Kung University

The 2018 NCKU World Islam Campus Summit concluded Thursday with a call for university faculty, staff and students to respect and promote Islamic-friendly, inclusive, welcoming, and culturally diverse environments.

Taiwan Tech Arena to strengthen innovative startup ecosystemPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan Tech Arena to strengthen innovative startup ecosystem

Taiwan Tech Arena, an initiative by the Ministry of Science and Technology, was launched June 5 in Taipei City as part of government efforts to strengthen the country’s innovative startup ecosystem.

Premier calls for universal access to digital and network technologiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier calls for universal access to digital and network technologies

Premier Lai Ching-te on Thursday directed the Ministry of Education (MOE) to integrate public and private resources in order to apply information and communications technology to bringing all people greater fulfillment in education, employment and daily living.

Taiwan-US Global Environmental Education Partnership meeting wraps up in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan-US Global Environmental Education Partnership meeting wraps up in Taipei

The 2018 advisory meeting of the Global Environmental Education Partnership wrapped up June 1 in Taipei City, with some 30 officials and experts from 14 countries discussing issues spanning circular economy, talent cultivation and collaboration among nongovernmental groups across the Asia-Pacific.

Taiwan’s delegation praised by Premier Lai for WHA performancePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan’s delegation praised by Premier Lai for WHA performance

The delegation led by Minister of Health and Welfare Chen Shih-chung to the 71st World Health Assembly in Geneva successfully conveyed to the international community the importance of Taiwan’s participation in global health, according to Premier Lai Ching-te May 31.

MOFA to send Taiwan NGO delegation to 2018 InterAction ForumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA to send Taiwan NGO delegation to 2018 InterAction Forum

A delegation of Taiwan nongovernmental organization representatives will attend the InterAction Forum June 12-14 in Washington as part of efforts by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to strengthen ties between local nonprofits and their counterparts abroad.

Taiwan’s planned donation for Ebola prevention highlights contributions to international healthcarePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan’s planned donation for Ebola prevention highlights contributions to international healthcare

The government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) has committed to donating US$1 million to the World Health Organization in response to its call for help in preventing the spread of Ebola in Africa and cooperation in public health security. Taiwan thereby demonstrates its goodwill and determination to participate in global health and disease prevention endeavors, as well as its willingness to fulfill its obligations as a responsible member of the international community.

Ebola donation spotlights Taiwan’s commitment to global health securityPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Ebola donation spotlights Taiwan’s commitment to global health security

Taiwan’s pledge of US$1 million to the World Health Organization to help tackle the recent Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo underscores the nation’s commitment to supporting global disease prevention, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs May 30.