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The Trade and Labor Committee Meeting under the Agreement between New Zealand and the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu on Economic Cooperation (ANZTEC) was staged Aug. 6 via videoconference from Taipei City and Wellington, the Ministry of Labor said.
According to the MOL, attendees included Chuang Mei-chuan, director-general of the ministry's Department of General Planning; Song Ming-haur, director of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New Zealand's Economic Division; Nita Zodgekar, manager of International Labour Policy under New Zealand's Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment; and Christopher Langley, director of the New Zealand Commerce and Industry Office.
During the event, each side shared its respective labor developments, with participants from Taiwan covering the status of amendments to the Occupational Safety and Health Act and those from New Zealand detailing similar system reforms, the MOL said. They also exchanged experience pertaining to the green economy and labor market policy, including Taiwan's research on transitioning to net-zero emissions and New Zealand's measures to improve employee relations, the ministry added.
Eight reports were presented during the meeting, the MOL said, adding that attendees agreed to explore cooperation opportunities in vocational education and training and just transition of the workforce. The two sides also decided to hold the 13th edition in New Zealand in 2027, the ministry noted.
During her opening remarks, Chuang expressed her hope that Taiwan and New Zealand will continue deepening economic and labor collaboration, while Song said that the two sides' public and the private sectors are working together to promote artificial intelligence personnel cultivation and relevant certification systems.
Zodgekar cited New Zealand's efforts to advance quality of life for workers over the past year, and Langley praised the meeting for boosting dialogue and exchanges between the like-minded partners. (YCH-E)
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According to the MOL, attendees included Chuang Mei-chuan, director-general of the ministry's Department of General Planning; Song Ming-haur, director of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New Zealand's Economic Division; Nita Zodgekar, manager of International Labour Policy under New Zealand's Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment; and Christopher Langley, director of the New Zealand Commerce and Industry Office.
During the event, each side shared its respective labor developments, with participants from Taiwan covering the status of amendments to the Occupational Safety and Health Act and those from New Zealand detailing similar system reforms, the MOL said. They also exchanged experience pertaining to the green economy and labor market policy, including Taiwan's research on transitioning to net-zero emissions and New Zealand's measures to improve employee relations, the ministry added.
Eight reports were presented during the meeting, the MOL said, adding that attendees agreed to explore cooperation opportunities in vocational education and training and just transition of the workforce. The two sides also decided to hold the 13th edition in New Zealand in 2027, the ministry noted.
During her opening remarks, Chuang expressed her hope that Taiwan and New Zealand will continue deepening economic and labor collaboration, while Song said that the two sides' public and the private sectors are working together to promote artificial intelligence personnel cultivation and relevant certification systems.
Zodgekar cited New Zealand's efforts to advance quality of life for workers over the past year, and Langley praised the meeting for boosting dialogue and exchanges between the like-minded partners. (YCH-E)
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Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun said Aug. 11 that Taiwan will continue to negotiate with the U.S. to seek a more reasonable levies and tariff stacking relief.
The vice premier made the remarks during a press conference in Taipei City. She added that Washington has lowered the reciprocal tariff imposed on Taiwan from 32 percent to a temporary 20 percent effective Aug. 7 after several rounds of negotiations, citing additional video meetings held Aug. 7 and 8.
According to Cheng, challenges faced in the negotiation process include U.S. expectations for a fully open Taiwan market and lower non-tariff trade barriers in areas such as U.S. vehicle access and import licensing systems. However, the vice premier stressed that the team will continue to protect Taiwan's interests and industries as well as safeguard food security and its people's health.
Cheng went on to elaborate on calculations for the current tariff, that is, existing most-favored nation duties plus a 20 percent reciprocal rate. Current industrial exports to the U.S. reached US$112.9 billion and agricultural exports topped US$890 million, with average pre-existing tariffs of 3.1 percent and 5 percent, respectively. She added that a dedicated online response site will be set up for public inquiries.
In addition, the team will also try to seek the best position on semiconductor tariffs under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Taiwan has the sixth largest trading surplus with the U.S. with about 90 percent of that coming from semiconductors and other electronic components, Cheng said, adding that the two sides have complementary advantages in the high-tech sector and the team will work further to deepen long-term Taiwan-U.S. cooperation in supply chains.
The negotiation team has notified the U.S. that the full text of the final agreement will be submitted to the Legislative Yuan for review, Cheng said. She added that it will explain the detail to both the Legislature and the public in an open and transparent manner.
Secretary-General Kung Ming-hsin further elucidated on specific supporting measures to assist affected industries spanning hand tool, heavy electrical, machine tool, plastics and water hardware sectors. He cited the machine tool industry as a sector where government will help enterprises upgrade equipment and introduce artificial intelligence technology to expand markets in Europe, India and Southeast Asia. (YCH-E)
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The vice premier made the remarks during a press conference in Taipei City. She added that Washington has lowered the reciprocal tariff imposed on Taiwan from 32 percent to a temporary 20 percent effective Aug. 7 after several rounds of negotiations, citing additional video meetings held Aug. 7 and 8.
According to Cheng, challenges faced in the negotiation process include U.S. expectations for a fully open Taiwan market and lower non-tariff trade barriers in areas such as U.S. vehicle access and import licensing systems. However, the vice premier stressed that the team will continue to protect Taiwan's interests and industries as well as safeguard food security and its people's health.
Cheng went on to elaborate on calculations for the current tariff, that is, existing most-favored nation duties plus a 20 percent reciprocal rate. Current industrial exports to the U.S. reached US$112.9 billion and agricultural exports topped US$890 million, with average pre-existing tariffs of 3.1 percent and 5 percent, respectively. She added that a dedicated online response site will be set up for public inquiries.
In addition, the team will also try to seek the best position on semiconductor tariffs under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. Taiwan has the sixth largest trading surplus with the U.S. with about 90 percent of that coming from semiconductors and other electronic components, Cheng said, adding that the two sides have complementary advantages in the high-tech sector and the team will work further to deepen long-term Taiwan-U.S. cooperation in supply chains.
The negotiation team has notified the U.S. that the full text of the final agreement will be submitted to the Legislative Yuan for review, Cheng said. She added that it will explain the detail to both the Legislature and the public in an open and transparent manner.
Secretary-General Kung Ming-hsin further elucidated on specific supporting measures to assist affected industries spanning hand tool, heavy electrical, machine tool, plastics and water hardware sectors. He cited the machine tool industry as a sector where government will help enterprises upgrade equipment and introduce artificial intelligence technology to expand markets in Europe, India and Southeast Asia. (YCH-E)
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung attended the opening ceremony of the 20th World Congress on Medical and Health Informatics Aug. 10 in Taipei City, anticipating the event to expand Taiwan's global smart medicine cooperation for the benefit of all.
In a post on his official Facebook account, Lin said that during the opening ceremony he emphasized Taiwan's robust smart medicine sector, which he attributed to the country's leading expertise in health care and information and communications technology.
The government is also leveraging the country's prowess to assist allies with medical services enhancement, the minister said. A prime example is the health information system that Taiwan helped set up in Paraguay to raise clinical efficiency and improve the well-being of its people, he added.
According to Lin, as part of the government's Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Health and Welfare are working to create a Team Taiwan platform that comprises businesses, medical institutions and experts from public and private associations. The initiative will help allies advance their public health while expanding business opportunities for local firms and contributing to the global community, he added.
Organized by the Taiwan Association for Medical Informatics and Switzerland-based International Medical Informatics Association, the 2025 MedInfo event involves more than 1,000 experts and business leaders from around the world to discuss the latest developments in health and biomedical informatics, and share insights on new developments in artificial intelligence, information technology, medicine and nursing. (SFC-E)
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In a post on his official Facebook account, Lin said that during the opening ceremony he emphasized Taiwan's robust smart medicine sector, which he attributed to the country's leading expertise in health care and information and communications technology.
The government is also leveraging the country's prowess to assist allies with medical services enhancement, the minister said. A prime example is the health information system that Taiwan helped set up in Paraguay to raise clinical efficiency and improve the well-being of its people, he added.
According to Lin, as part of the government's Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Health and Welfare are working to create a Team Taiwan platform that comprises businesses, medical institutions and experts from public and private associations. The initiative will help allies advance their public health while expanding business opportunities for local firms and contributing to the global community, he added.
Organized by the Taiwan Association for Medical Informatics and Switzerland-based International Medical Informatics Association, the 2025 MedInfo event involves more than 1,000 experts and business leaders from around the world to discuss the latest developments in health and biomedical informatics, and share insights on new developments in artificial intelligence, information technology, medicine and nursing. (SFC-E)
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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs François Chih-chung Wu warned about China's authoritarian expansion and called on the world to support Taiwan's resolution to defend its democratic way of life.
The deputy minister made the remarks during a recent interview in Taipei City with Allegra Mendelson for a report published Aug. 8 by U.K.-based media outlet The Telegraph.
According to Wu, China has steadily increased pressure on Taiwan in recent years through gray zone tactics such as cyberattacks, intrusions into Taiwan's waters and airspace, and misinformation campaigns. The real worry is not China's military aggression but its measures to divide Taiwan's society, he said, adding that Beijing is becoming more sophisticated in its psychological and cognitive manipulation tactics to erode Taiwan's democratic resilience.
While it is frustrating that Taiwan cannot have formal relations with more countries, Wu said the government adopts a pragmatic approach in order not to provoke China, adding that many countries including the U.S. and the U.K. also follow the principle of strategic ambiguity. As the U.S. is Taiwan's most important partner, it is the government's policy to continue building common interest with Washington, Wu added.
To show Taiwan's strong will to defend itself, the deputy minister said President Lai Ching-te has pledged to increase the 2026 defense budget to more than 3 percent of the gross national product, or 20 percent of the total government budget, which is a much higher proportion than that of any European country or the U.S. The higher defense spending is in the interest of both Taiwan and the U.S. because the government will only buy more military equipment from the North American partner.
The minister said that while Chinese leader Xi Jinping may aspire to invade Taiwan, the international community must make it clear that "today is not a good day" to pursue that ambition, sending a signal to deter China's leadership for the long term. (SFC-E)
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The deputy minister made the remarks during a recent interview in Taipei City with Allegra Mendelson for a report published Aug. 8 by U.K.-based media outlet The Telegraph.
According to Wu, China has steadily increased pressure on Taiwan in recent years through gray zone tactics such as cyberattacks, intrusions into Taiwan's waters and airspace, and misinformation campaigns. The real worry is not China's military aggression but its measures to divide Taiwan's society, he said, adding that Beijing is becoming more sophisticated in its psychological and cognitive manipulation tactics to erode Taiwan's democratic resilience.
While it is frustrating that Taiwan cannot have formal relations with more countries, Wu said the government adopts a pragmatic approach in order not to provoke China, adding that many countries including the U.S. and the U.K. also follow the principle of strategic ambiguity. As the U.S. is Taiwan's most important partner, it is the government's policy to continue building common interest with Washington, Wu added.
To show Taiwan's strong will to defend itself, the deputy minister said President Lai Ching-te has pledged to increase the 2026 defense budget to more than 3 percent of the gross national product, or 20 percent of the total government budget, which is a much higher proportion than that of any European country or the U.S. The higher defense spending is in the interest of both Taiwan and the U.S. because the government will only buy more military equipment from the North American partner.
The minister said that while Chinese leader Xi Jinping may aspire to invade Taiwan, the international community must make it clear that "today is not a good day" to pursue that ambition, sending a signal to deter China's leadership for the long term. (SFC-E)
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The seventh Taiwan-Philippines Technical Working Group meeting under the Agreement Concerning the Facilitation of Cooperation on Law Enforcement in Fisheries Matters took place July 30 in Taipei City to deepen bilateral cooperation on fishery development, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Aug. 7.
The meeting was jointly hosted by Wallace Minn-gan Chow, head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines, and Cheloy E.Velicaria-Garafil, chairman and resident representative of the Manila Economic and Cultural Office. Deputy Agriculture Minister Huang Chao-chin, counterpart Drusila Esther E. Bayate, fishery officials from the two sides, the MOFA and Coast Guard Administration staff also took part.
According to the MOFA, the two countries agreed to update hot line information and reaffirmed the one-hour advance notification regulated in the 2015 pact, which means one party should give fisheries and coast guard agencies as well as representative offices of the other side a one hour notice before taking law enforcement action against a fishing vessel which is believed to be operating illegally in the overlapping exclusive economic zones.
The participants exchanged views on fishery disputes that occurred earlier this year and discussed issues spanning cooperation to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. They further discussed introduction of Philippine fish species into Taiwan, as well as aquaculture collaboration, the ministry said.
The MOFA took the opportunity to thank Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. for conveying concern over regional peace and stability during a recent interview with an Indian media outlet. According to the ministry, Marcos said that if there was a confrontation across the Taiwan Strait, it would be impossible for the Philippines to stay on the sidelines given its geographic proximity to Taiwan.
A statement released by the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs Aug. 8 once again emphasized the importance of cross-strait peace and stability, the MOFA said. The Ministry will ensure the safety and welfare of Philippine nationals in Taiwan and continue to strengthen the partnership between the two countries in the fields of security, bilateral and multilateral cooperation, it added. (YCH-E)
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The meeting was jointly hosted by Wallace Minn-gan Chow, head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines, and Cheloy E.Velicaria-Garafil, chairman and resident representative of the Manila Economic and Cultural Office. Deputy Agriculture Minister Huang Chao-chin, counterpart Drusila Esther E. Bayate, fishery officials from the two sides, the MOFA and Coast Guard Administration staff also took part.
According to the MOFA, the two countries agreed to update hot line information and reaffirmed the one-hour advance notification regulated in the 2015 pact, which means one party should give fisheries and coast guard agencies as well as representative offices of the other side a one hour notice before taking law enforcement action against a fishing vessel which is believed to be operating illegally in the overlapping exclusive economic zones.
The participants exchanged views on fishery disputes that occurred earlier this year and discussed issues spanning cooperation to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. They further discussed introduction of Philippine fish species into Taiwan, as well as aquaculture collaboration, the ministry said.
The MOFA took the opportunity to thank Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. for conveying concern over regional peace and stability during a recent interview with an Indian media outlet. According to the ministry, Marcos said that if there was a confrontation across the Taiwan Strait, it would be impossible for the Philippines to stay on the sidelines given its geographic proximity to Taiwan.
A statement released by the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs Aug. 8 once again emphasized the importance of cross-strait peace and stability, the MOFA said. The Ministry will ensure the safety and welfare of Philippine nationals in Taiwan and continue to strengthen the partnership between the two countries in the fields of security, bilateral and multilateral cooperation, it added. (YCH-E)
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Deputy Minister of Agriculture Hu Jong-i led a delegation to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Food Security Ministerial Meeting Aug. 10 in Incheon, South Korea, to share Taiwan's smart agriculture development and expand regional exchanges.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Hu brought officials from other APEC member economies up to speed on Taiwan's success in adopting the artificial intelligence, big data and the Internet of Thing technologies to establish precision agricultural systems to strengthen climate change adaptation and enhance production efficiency.
The minister also briefed on government measures aimed at strengthening Taiwan's agricultural resilience and addressing challenges such as climate change, food supply chain disruption and labor shortage.
In particular, Hu outlined the APEC Workshop on Reducing Food Loss and Waste through Packaging Innovations that the MOA organized this June in Taiwan. The event involved more than 140 participants from 16 APEC member economies to share experiences in using innovative packaging technology to reduce food waste and loss in line with the APEC's "Food Security Roadmap towards 2030," he added.
The MOA said Hu also held bilateral meetings with officials from South Korea, Mexico and Australia to exchange views on a wide range of issues such as regional food security, smart agricultural development and Taiwan exports inspection issues.
The ministry said it will continue to take part in APEC events to deepen cooperation with regional partners and expand international markets for Taiwan's advanced agricultural products and technologies. (SFC-E)
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According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Hu brought officials from other APEC member economies up to speed on Taiwan's success in adopting the artificial intelligence, big data and the Internet of Thing technologies to establish precision agricultural systems to strengthen climate change adaptation and enhance production efficiency.
The minister also briefed on government measures aimed at strengthening Taiwan's agricultural resilience and addressing challenges such as climate change, food supply chain disruption and labor shortage.
In particular, Hu outlined the APEC Workshop on Reducing Food Loss and Waste through Packaging Innovations that the MOA organized this June in Taiwan. The event involved more than 140 participants from 16 APEC member economies to share experiences in using innovative packaging technology to reduce food waste and loss in line with the APEC's "Food Security Roadmap towards 2030," he added.
The MOA said Hu also held bilateral meetings with officials from South Korea, Mexico and Australia to exchange views on a wide range of issues such as regional food security, smart agricultural development and Taiwan exports inspection issues.
The ministry said it will continue to take part in APEC events to deepen cooperation with regional partners and expand international markets for Taiwan's advanced agricultural products and technologies. (SFC-E)
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President Lai Ching-te received a cross-party delegation from the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine at the Presidential Office Aug. 7 in Taipei City, pledging to expand bilateral exchanges across the board.
Lai called the visit, first from a multiparty Ukrainian parliamentary delegation in 20 years, a symbol of the deepening friendship that underscores the commitment of Taiwan and Ukraine to the pursuit of freedom and democracy.
According to the president, despite the physical distance between them, the two countries both stand on the front lines of the fight against the expansion of authoritarian influence. He added that Taiwan has actively provided Ukraine with humanitarian assistance since the Russian invasion began.
The government has also worked with Czechia, Estonia, Lithuania and Poland to deliver aid to Ukraine, showing that when like-minded democracies joint forces, they can overcome threats and challenges, the president said.
Lai said he hopes for a swift end to this irrational, illegitimate war, adding that Taiwan is eager to work with the global community to help Ukraine rebuild and grow. He expects the two sides to strengthen cooperation in areas such as economy, trade, investment, advanced technology and talent development.
In response, legislator Mykola Kniazhytskyi said the meeting marks a historic moment and is a convincing testimony to the importance Taiwan attaches to the bilateral relationship.
Kniazhytskyi said Ukraine is fighting a difficult war on the ground, but its fight for the truth of democratic values against subjugation by Russia's despotism is also of great importance. He drew a parallel between his country's struggle and Taiwan's resistance to China's authoritarian expansion, and concluded with the hopeful prospect of productive results springing from Taiwan-Ukraine exchanges. (SFC-E)
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Lai called the visit, first from a multiparty Ukrainian parliamentary delegation in 20 years, a symbol of the deepening friendship that underscores the commitment of Taiwan and Ukraine to the pursuit of freedom and democracy.
According to the president, despite the physical distance between them, the two countries both stand on the front lines of the fight against the expansion of authoritarian influence. He added that Taiwan has actively provided Ukraine with humanitarian assistance since the Russian invasion began.
The government has also worked with Czechia, Estonia, Lithuania and Poland to deliver aid to Ukraine, showing that when like-minded democracies joint forces, they can overcome threats and challenges, the president said.
Lai said he hopes for a swift end to this irrational, illegitimate war, adding that Taiwan is eager to work with the global community to help Ukraine rebuild and grow. He expects the two sides to strengthen cooperation in areas such as economy, trade, investment, advanced technology and talent development.
In response, legislator Mykola Kniazhytskyi said the meeting marks a historic moment and is a convincing testimony to the importance Taiwan attaches to the bilateral relationship.
Kniazhytskyi said Ukraine is fighting a difficult war on the ground, but its fight for the truth of democratic values against subjugation by Russia's despotism is also of great importance. He drew a parallel between his country's struggle and Taiwan's resistance to China's authoritarian expansion, and concluded with the hopeful prospect of productive results springing from Taiwan-Ukraine exchanges. (SFC-E)
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Digital Minister Huang Yen-nun led a delegation to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting Aug. 4-6 in Incheon, South Korea, to deepen regional cooperation and advance Taiwan's digital sector development.
According to the Ministry of Digital Affairs, Huang brought officials from 20 other APEC member economies up to speed on Taiwan's measures to enhance digital connection for all and promote digital and AI innovations to address social and economic challenges. He cited the One Network, All People Included initiative as an example of the government working to ensure all members of the society can benefit fairly and safely from digital transformation.
Taiwan's AI ecosystem is built on the three pillars of innovation promotion, security and trust, and social justice and equality, Huang said, stressing the importance of transparency and a multistakeholder approach to the process.
The MODA said meeting participants issued a joint statement to highlight key issues and call for cooperation to build a trusted, safe and sustainable digital ecosystem, a vision in line with the ministry's goals of fighting online fraud, strengthening digital resilience and promoting the digital economy.
The minister also attended a forum organized by the South Korean government and World Bank on digital and AI topics, and Huang and the delegates also engaged in in-depth discussions with their counterparts on issues such as AI development, information and communications security, digital resilience and digital innovation.
Huang said Taiwan's participation in the event demonstrated that the country is a trustworthy regional partner, and underscored the government's commitment to deepening cross-border cooperation on AI, information security, data application and next-generation communications technologies. (SFC-E)
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According to the Ministry of Digital Affairs, Huang brought officials from 20 other APEC member economies up to speed on Taiwan's measures to enhance digital connection for all and promote digital and AI innovations to address social and economic challenges. He cited the One Network, All People Included initiative as an example of the government working to ensure all members of the society can benefit fairly and safely from digital transformation.
Taiwan's AI ecosystem is built on the three pillars of innovation promotion, security and trust, and social justice and equality, Huang said, stressing the importance of transparency and a multistakeholder approach to the process.
The MODA said meeting participants issued a joint statement to highlight key issues and call for cooperation to build a trusted, safe and sustainable digital ecosystem, a vision in line with the ministry's goals of fighting online fraud, strengthening digital resilience and promoting the digital economy.
The minister also attended a forum organized by the South Korean government and World Bank on digital and AI topics, and Huang and the delegates also engaged in in-depth discussions with their counterparts on issues such as AI development, information and communications security, digital resilience and digital innovation.
Huang said Taiwan's participation in the event demonstrated that the country is a trustworthy regional partner, and underscored the government's commitment to deepening cross-border cooperation on AI, information security, data application and next-generation communications technologies. (SFC-E)
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The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Australia, in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Australia and Griffith University Asia Institute, held a Global Cooperation Training Framework workshop Aug. 5-6, in Brisbane, the first time that such an event has taken place in Australia, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Titled "Communication during a time of crisis: Practical approaches and lessons learned in the Pacific," the event drew 52 academic, civil, government and media attendees from 14 countries including Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Palau and Taiwan. They exchanged views on how Pacific island nations are strengthening media resilience to respond to natural disasters and public health crises, demonstrating their commitment to free and open media in the Indo-Pacific region.
Douglas Hsu, Taiwan'schief representative toAustralia, noted that real time and transparent communication is particularly vital during emergencies. He added that Taiwan would continue to work with like-minded countries to promote regional security and stability.
The GCTF was launched by Taiwan and the U.S. in 2015 and the organization was subsequently joined by Japan, Australia and Canada. Since its inception, it has become a collaboration platform for Taiwan and likeminded partners. Topics discussed at workshops include disaster response, information security, public health and women's empowerment. (POC-E)
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Titled "Communication during a time of crisis: Practical approaches and lessons learned in the Pacific," the event drew 52 academic, civil, government and media attendees from 14 countries including Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Palau and Taiwan. They exchanged views on how Pacific island nations are strengthening media resilience to respond to natural disasters and public health crises, demonstrating their commitment to free and open media in the Indo-Pacific region.
Douglas Hsu, Taiwan'schief representative toAustralia, noted that real time and transparent communication is particularly vital during emergencies. He added that Taiwan would continue to work with like-minded countries to promote regional security and stability.
The GCTF was launched by Taiwan and the U.S. in 2015 and the organization was subsequently joined by Japan, Australia and Canada. Since its inception, it has become a collaboration platform for Taiwan and likeminded partners. Topics discussed at workshops include disaster response, information security, public health and women's empowerment. (POC-E)
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The 12th edition of the joint committee meeting under the Agreement Between New Zealand and the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu on Economic Cooperation was held Aug. 4 in Taipei City, the Ministry of Economic Affairs said.
According to the MOEA, the Taiwan delegation was led by Hu Chi-chuan, deputy director-general of its International Trade Administration. The participating officials exchanged views and reviewed progress on a wide range of issues specified in the agreement, including food safety inspections, animal and plant health inspections, technical trade barriers, e-commerce and joint audiovisual production, as well as trade, labor and Indigenous concerns.
Food safety and animal and plant inspections have been priority issues since the agreement took effect in December 2013, the MOEA said. Taiwan has successfully expanded its agricultural export market with shipments of locally grown Oncidium orchid cut flowers, mangoes, pineapples and lychees to New Zealand, the ministry added.
At the same time, the MOEA said Taiwan has honored its pledge to not levy tariffs on selected agricultural products from New Zealand such as antlers and liquid milk. The government additionally completed systematic inspections of other dairy products from New Zealand in June this year, paving the way for exports of qualified products to Taiwan in the future, it added.
In terms of technical trade barriers, the ministry said the two sides reviewed the bilateral exchanges last September on key minerals, energy-storage equipment and battery safety and will host a seminar later this month to bring Taiwan firms up to speed on New Zealand's inspection regulations on electrical and electronic products.
The Taiwan delegation thanked its New Zealand counterpart for promoting ANZTEC to deepen the bilateral trade relationship, and expressed hope that the two sides will expand cooperation in response to the changing global trade landscape. (SFC-E)
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According to the MOEA, the Taiwan delegation was led by Hu Chi-chuan, deputy director-general of its International Trade Administration. The participating officials exchanged views and reviewed progress on a wide range of issues specified in the agreement, including food safety inspections, animal and plant health inspections, technical trade barriers, e-commerce and joint audiovisual production, as well as trade, labor and Indigenous concerns.
Food safety and animal and plant inspections have been priority issues since the agreement took effect in December 2013, the MOEA said. Taiwan has successfully expanded its agricultural export market with shipments of locally grown Oncidium orchid cut flowers, mangoes, pineapples and lychees to New Zealand, the ministry added.
At the same time, the MOEA said Taiwan has honored its pledge to not levy tariffs on selected agricultural products from New Zealand such as antlers and liquid milk. The government additionally completed systematic inspections of other dairy products from New Zealand in June this year, paving the way for exports of qualified products to Taiwan in the future, it added.
In terms of technical trade barriers, the ministry said the two sides reviewed the bilateral exchanges last September on key minerals, energy-storage equipment and battery safety and will host a seminar later this month to bring Taiwan firms up to speed on New Zealand's inspection regulations on electrical and electronic products.
The Taiwan delegation thanked its New Zealand counterpart for promoting ANZTEC to deepen the bilateral trade relationship, and expressed hope that the two sides will expand cooperation in response to the changing global trade landscape. (SFC-E)
Write to Taiwan Today at ttonline@mofa.gov.tw
新聞來源：https://taiwantoday.tw/Economics/Top-News/273220/Taiwan%2C-New-Zealand-hold-ANZTEC-joint-committee-meeting
The Ministry of Environment Resource Circulation Administration (RECA) hosted a plastic life cycle exhibition Aug. 1-Sept. 13 in Taipei City, highlighting government work to reduce plastic pollution by promoting industrial transformation, strengthening policy transparency and governance resilience, as well as ensuring domestic practices to align with global standards.
Among the highlights is an area displaying domestic manufacturers' products and technologies, including a tablet keyboard casing made from marine waste Styrofoam by Global Green Material Co., Ltd. based in central Taiwan's Changhua County. Another section presents the recycling process for different types of plastic, while a further space shows various sustainable materials; the last exhibit section provides visitors with opportunities to propose ideas and suggestions to the government.
According to the MOENV, the event was held ahead of the Second Part of the Fifth Session of theIntergovernmental Negotiating Committeeto develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-5.2), which is scheduled to take place from Aug. 5- 14 in Geneva, Switzerland.
A delegation including officials from the MOENV and the Ocean Affairs Council will audit the event and update information by setting up a temporary center in Taiwan, the MOENV said. The event is key to the negotiation of a U.N. Plastics Treaty aiming to end plastic pollution launched by the U.N. Environment Assembly in 2022, the ministry added.
RECA Director General Lai Ying-ying said that Taiwan's policies are in line with the treaty's spirit of reducing and replacing plastic, designing for reuse and recycling, circular economy transition and managing existing pollution. She cited examples such as the country's ongoing plastic restriction policy, encouragement to use re-fillable containers, preferential rates for enterprises to use recycled materials and the OAC's Salute to the Seas initiative, which advocates for a robust and open ocean. (YCH-E)
Write to Taiwan Today at ttonline@mofa.gov.tw
新聞來源：https://taiwantoday.tw/Society/Top-News/273237/Taiwan-thanks-Japan-for-concern-over-recent-torrential-rain
Among the highlights is an area displaying domestic manufacturers' products and technologies, including a tablet keyboard casing made from marine waste Styrofoam by Global Green Material Co., Ltd. based in central Taiwan's Changhua County. Another section presents the recycling process for different types of plastic, while a further space shows various sustainable materials; the last exhibit section provides visitors with opportunities to propose ideas and suggestions to the government.
According to the MOENV, the event was held ahead of the Second Part of the Fifth Session of theIntergovernmental Negotiating Committeeto develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-5.2), which is scheduled to take place from Aug. 5- 14 in Geneva, Switzerland.
A delegation including officials from the MOENV and the Ocean Affairs Council will audit the event and update information by setting up a temporary center in Taiwan, the MOENV said. The event is key to the negotiation of a U.N. Plastics Treaty aiming to end plastic pollution launched by the U.N. Environment Assembly in 2022, the ministry added.
RECA Director General Lai Ying-ying said that Taiwan's policies are in line with the treaty's spirit of reducing and replacing plastic, designing for reuse and recycling, circular economy transition and managing existing pollution. She cited examples such as the country's ongoing plastic restriction policy, encouragement to use re-fillable containers, preferential rates for enterprises to use recycled materials and the OAC's Salute to the Seas initiative, which advocates for a robust and open ocean. (YCH-E)
Write to Taiwan Today at ttonline@mofa.gov.tw
新聞來源：https://taiwantoday.tw/Society/Top-News/273237/Taiwan-thanks-Japan-for-concern-over-recent-torrential-rain
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