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Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung attended the opening ceremony of an international conference on security in the Indo-Pacific Feb. 18 in Taipei City.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two-day event was jointly organized by the ministry, the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, National Taiwan University, University of Calgary and the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada.
In its inaugural meeting, the event promoted exchanges between Taiwan, Canada and other regional partners, and provided an overview of regional security concerns. Experts and scholars from Canada, Japan, Singapore, South Korea and the Philippines spoke on issues spanning regional, economic and maritime security.
In his opening remarks, Lin stated that authoritarian expansionism continues to mount as a threat to global peace and prosperity, as well as the rules-based international order. He said that strengthening partnerships among democratic countries is more important than ever.
The recent passage of a Canadian frigate through the Taiwan Strait and the joint statement issued after the U.S.-Japan-South Korea trilateral meeting in Munich underscore the unwavering commitment of like-minded partners to taking concrete actions to ensure a free, open and secure Indo-Pacific, the minister added.
At a time when countries around the world are keen to enhance supply chain resilience, Lin said the MOFA steadfastly implements its integrated diplomacy approach in line with President Lai Ching-te's values-based diplomacy to promote regional peace, stability and prosperity.
Lin and CTOT Representative Jim Nickel both expressed hopes that the conference would continue to serve as a major platform for bilateral academic exchanges and dialogues, the MOFA said. (SFC-E)
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According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two-day event was jointly organized by the ministry, the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, National Taiwan University, University of Calgary and the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada.
In its inaugural meeting, the event promoted exchanges between Taiwan, Canada and other regional partners, and provided an overview of regional security concerns. Experts and scholars from Canada, Japan, Singapore, South Korea and the Philippines spoke on issues spanning regional, economic and maritime security.
In his opening remarks, Lin stated that authoritarian expansionism continues to mount as a threat to global peace and prosperity, as well as the rules-based international order. He said that strengthening partnerships among democratic countries is more important than ever.
The recent passage of a Canadian frigate through the Taiwan Strait and the joint statement issued after the U.S.-Japan-South Korea trilateral meeting in Munich underscore the unwavering commitment of like-minded partners to taking concrete actions to ensure a free, open and secure Indo-Pacific, the minister added.
At a time when countries around the world are keen to enhance supply chain resilience, Lin said the MOFA steadfastly implements its integrated diplomacy approach in line with President Lai Ching-te's values-based diplomacy to promote regional peace, stability and prosperity.
Lin and CTOT Representative Jim Nickel both expressed hopes that the conference would continue to serve as a major platform for bilateral academic exchanges and dialogues, the MOFA said. (SFC-E)
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Representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture attended the Australia-Taiwan 19th Agricultural Working Group Meeting Feb. 19 in Brisbane, underscoring the government's commitment to forging strong partnerships through agriculture.
According to the MOA, this year's event was hosted by Australia's Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Discussions ranged from technical cooperation in response to climate change and the agricultural use of technologies like drones and artificial intelligence to policies on collaborating with Indigenous peoples.
The working group's meeting yielded fruitful results, the ministry said, explaining that export of processed salmon products to Australia is expected to be approved within the first quarter of 2025, while the DAFF is set to announce conditions for the import of guava from Taiwan in June.
The MOA said that future exchanges will touch on Australia's utilization of a drought fund and its implementation of carbon certification systems. The DAFF will also assist Taiwan in the establishment of a soil monitoring system, among other projects intended to create a practical, mutually beneficial partnership.
During the trip, the MOA also took a group of domestic agricultural startups to EvokeAG, an agrifood innovation event Feb. 18-19 in Brisbane. The ministry shared the specific example of Advanced Green Biotechnology Inc. in southern Taiwan's Pingtung County, which was invited to present on joint research projects with 11 companies from other eight countries. The MOA praised the company's achievements as a showcase of Taiwan's soft power in agricultural technology and interdisciplinary collaboration. (POC-E)
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According to the MOA, this year's event was hosted by Australia's Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. Discussions ranged from technical cooperation in response to climate change and the agricultural use of technologies like drones and artificial intelligence to policies on collaborating with Indigenous peoples.
The working group's meeting yielded fruitful results, the ministry said, explaining that export of processed salmon products to Australia is expected to be approved within the first quarter of 2025, while the DAFF is set to announce conditions for the import of guava from Taiwan in June.
The MOA said that future exchanges will touch on Australia's utilization of a drought fund and its implementation of carbon certification systems. The DAFF will also assist Taiwan in the establishment of a soil monitoring system, among other projects intended to create a practical, mutually beneficial partnership.
During the trip, the MOA also took a group of domestic agricultural startups to EvokeAG, an agrifood innovation event Feb. 18-19 in Brisbane. The ministry shared the specific example of Advanced Green Biotechnology Inc. in southern Taiwan's Pingtung County, which was invited to present on joint research projects with 11 companies from other eight countries. The MOA praised the company's achievements as a showcase of Taiwan's soft power in agricultural technology and interdisciplinary collaboration. (POC-E)
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Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with a delegation from U.S. headquartered German Marshall Fund's Taiwan-US-Europe Policy Program Feb. 20 in the Presidential Office in Taipei City.
Hsiao said that in the face of challenges, Taiwan and its transatlantic partners need to continue dialogue and cooperation so that both can maintain economic prosperity, social resilience and enhance common interests. She added that the two sides share values such as freedom and democracy and thus should work together to face challenges.
Hsiao noted that Taiwan has become an economy that contributes to global prosperity and plays a key role in the technology supply chain, however, work must continue to maintain this critical and irreplaceable leading position. She added that Taiwan attaches great importance to balanced growth in all walks of life and that use of artificial intelligence must benefit traditional industries and small and medium sized enterprises.
Over the past two years, the U.S. has become Taiwan's largest overseas investment location with over 40 percent of overall foreign investment going to that destination, compared to 2010 when over 80 percent of foreign investment went to China. Hsiao said that adjustment and diversification in economics and trade ensures that Taiwan becomes a continuously prosperous and resilient society.
The vice president further noted that one of President Lai's major policies is to institutionalize the concept of whole-of-society defense resilience. This issue has been discussed with many American partners over the years and in future will involve the private sector and other partners as, in the face of increasingly serious compound threats, it is critical to strengthen social resilience. (POC-E)
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Hsiao said that in the face of challenges, Taiwan and its transatlantic partners need to continue dialogue and cooperation so that both can maintain economic prosperity, social resilience and enhance common interests. She added that the two sides share values such as freedom and democracy and thus should work together to face challenges.
Hsiao noted that Taiwan has become an economy that contributes to global prosperity and plays a key role in the technology supply chain, however, work must continue to maintain this critical and irreplaceable leading position. She added that Taiwan attaches great importance to balanced growth in all walks of life and that use of artificial intelligence must benefit traditional industries and small and medium sized enterprises.
Over the past two years, the U.S. has become Taiwan's largest overseas investment location with over 40 percent of overall foreign investment going to that destination, compared to 2010 when over 80 percent of foreign investment went to China. Hsiao said that adjustment and diversification in economics and trade ensures that Taiwan becomes a continuously prosperous and resilient society.
The vice president further noted that one of President Lai's major policies is to institutionalize the concept of whole-of-society defense resilience. This issue has been discussed with many American partners over the years and in future will involve the private sector and other partners as, in the face of increasingly serious compound threats, it is critical to strengthen social resilience. (POC-E)
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The Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council Minister Kuan Bi-ling said Feb. 19 that the council is committed to working with its Indo-Pacific counterparts to safeguard peace, prosperity and stability in the region. Kuan made the remarks during an interview on a current affairs Yahoo TV program.
China has increased its grey zone assaults on Taiwan by holding military exercises, as well as harassing the country by the frequent appearance of coast guard ships, militia fishing boats and scientific research ships in waters surrounding Taiwan, Kuan said. The minister said that that vessels from China have conducted research in Taiwan's contiguous zone recently, with at least 65 resulting scientific articles published over the past decade in international journals, she added.
The minister said that the close approach to Taiwan of such ships also had strategic intentions, as the surveys included information about seabed geology, topography and hydrology. The OAC will deal with such ships with caution while at the same time advancing the country's own scientific research in surrounding waters to secure its right to speech in the global arena, she noted.
The OAC is committed to working with Indo-Pacific partners in strengthening maritime law enforcement and disaster relief, Kuan said, citing a joint search and rescue drill conducted by Taiwan cutter Shun Hu No. 9 and the Japan Coast Guard patrol vessel Sagami last year.
The minister also noted that military ships from 10 countries including Canada and the U.S. have passed through the Taiwan Strait 17 times last year, demonstrating freedom of navigation of the strait. Kuan concluded by pledging that the OAC will help to secure national security and work with partners to ensure Indo-Pacific peace and stability. (YCH-E)
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China has increased its grey zone assaults on Taiwan by holding military exercises, as well as harassing the country by the frequent appearance of coast guard ships, militia fishing boats and scientific research ships in waters surrounding Taiwan, Kuan said. The minister said that that vessels from China have conducted research in Taiwan's contiguous zone recently, with at least 65 resulting scientific articles published over the past decade in international journals, she added.
The minister said that the close approach to Taiwan of such ships also had strategic intentions, as the surveys included information about seabed geology, topography and hydrology. The OAC will deal with such ships with caution while at the same time advancing the country's own scientific research in surrounding waters to secure its right to speech in the global arena, she noted.
The OAC is committed to working with Indo-Pacific partners in strengthening maritime law enforcement and disaster relief, Kuan said, citing a joint search and rescue drill conducted by Taiwan cutter Shun Hu No. 9 and the Japan Coast Guard patrol vessel Sagami last year.
The minister also noted that military ships from 10 countries including Canada and the U.S. have passed through the Taiwan Strait 17 times last year, demonstrating freedom of navigation of the strait. Kuan concluded by pledging that the OAC will help to secure national security and work with partners to ensure Indo-Pacific peace and stability. (YCH-E)
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The Southwest Coast National Scenic Area Headquarters in Tainan City signed a memorandum of understanding Feb. 19 with Izumi City in Kagoshima, Japan, underscoring bilateral commitment to cooperation on avian preservation and travel industry.
Witnessed by Lin Hsin-jen, deputy director-general of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications' Tourism Administration, Director Hsu Chen-neng of the Southwest Coast NSA inked the pact with Mayor Shinichi Shiinoki of Izumi.
In his remarks, Lin said that the pact sets concrete goals for bilateral cooperation, including the introduction of an artificial intelligence identifying system for birds that will facilitate the exchange of related information. Additionally, the Southwest Coast NSA has declared February to be Izumi month going forward, and will hold an avian photography exhibition to expose more visitors to the natural beauty of Izumi.
Hsu indicated that the collaboration echoes the trend of sustainable travel and will advance the tourism industries of both parties. According to the TA, Shiinoki noted that Izumi has had many years of crane conservation experience and he hoped to have more exchange with experts in Taiwan.
Taiwan is a waypoint on many of the routes taken by migratory birds, the TA said, adding that the southwestern coastal areas of Yunlin and Chiayi counties, as well as Tainan City, are ideal places for the birds to rest. Izumi, too, boasts a favorable geography that attracts the largest variety of cranes in Japan, sheltering around 10,000 migratory cranes from October to March. (POC-E)
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Witnessed by Lin Hsin-jen, deputy director-general of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications' Tourism Administration, Director Hsu Chen-neng of the Southwest Coast NSA inked the pact with Mayor Shinichi Shiinoki of Izumi.
In his remarks, Lin said that the pact sets concrete goals for bilateral cooperation, including the introduction of an artificial intelligence identifying system for birds that will facilitate the exchange of related information. Additionally, the Southwest Coast NSA has declared February to be Izumi month going forward, and will hold an avian photography exhibition to expose more visitors to the natural beauty of Izumi.
Hsu indicated that the collaboration echoes the trend of sustainable travel and will advance the tourism industries of both parties. According to the TA, Shiinoki noted that Izumi has had many years of crane conservation experience and he hoped to have more exchange with experts in Taiwan.
Taiwan is a waypoint on many of the routes taken by migratory birds, the TA said, adding that the southwestern coastal areas of Yunlin and Chiayi counties, as well as Tainan City, are ideal places for the birds to rest. Izumi, too, boasts a favorable geography that attracts the largest variety of cranes in Japan, sheltering around 10,000 migratory cranes from October to March. (POC-E)
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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs François Chih-chung Wu said the government is fully determined to defend Taiwan's democratic way of life and enhance the country's strategic value.
Wu made the remarks during an online interview with Régis Soubrouillard for an article published Feb. 14 in Paris-based weekly magazine Challenges.
According to the deputy minister, despite a lack of official ties, Taiwan is committed to expanding relations with its global partners based on shared interests in innovation, trade, technical cooperation and respect for democratic values.
Wu said the U.S. is an important supporter of Taiwan, with Washington set to continue its arms sales, high-level exchanges, trade and economic cooperation with Taiwan. The U.S. sees Taiwan as part of a broader strategic framework to keep the Indo-Pacific safe from China's threats, he said, adding that the two sides are also in discussions about supply chain issues, especially in the semiconductor sector.
Taiwan keeps a watchful eye on China's multiple threat strategies and remains prepared for any possible situations, Wu said, adding that the people will not waver in their resolution to defend their democratic institutions. A confrontation in the Taiwan Strait would impact the entire world, and China would pay a costly price for invading Taiwan, the deputy minister said.
Wu also said the EU is aware of the risk of its economic reliance on China and is taking a tougher stance against Beijing, while countries like Lithuania, Czechia and Slovakia have publicly voiced support for Taiwan despite pressure from Beijing.
At a time when Europe looks to ensure the security of its supply chains, the deputy minister said Taiwan is leveraging the strategic asset of its semiconductor prowess to expand investment in Europe. The country is also enhancing cooperation and exchanges with France in semiconductors, artificial intelligence and energy transitions, Wu added. (SFC-E)
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Wu made the remarks during an online interview with Régis Soubrouillard for an article published Feb. 14 in Paris-based weekly magazine Challenges.
According to the deputy minister, despite a lack of official ties, Taiwan is committed to expanding relations with its global partners based on shared interests in innovation, trade, technical cooperation and respect for democratic values.
Wu said the U.S. is an important supporter of Taiwan, with Washington set to continue its arms sales, high-level exchanges, trade and economic cooperation with Taiwan. The U.S. sees Taiwan as part of a broader strategic framework to keep the Indo-Pacific safe from China's threats, he said, adding that the two sides are also in discussions about supply chain issues, especially in the semiconductor sector.
Taiwan keeps a watchful eye on China's multiple threat strategies and remains prepared for any possible situations, Wu said, adding that the people will not waver in their resolution to defend their democratic institutions. A confrontation in the Taiwan Strait would impact the entire world, and China would pay a costly price for invading Taiwan, the deputy minister said.
Wu also said the EU is aware of the risk of its economic reliance on China and is taking a tougher stance against Beijing, while countries like Lithuania, Czechia and Slovakia have publicly voiced support for Taiwan despite pressure from Beijing.
At a time when Europe looks to ensure the security of its supply chains, the deputy minister said Taiwan is leveraging the strategic asset of its semiconductor prowess to expand investment in Europe. The country is also enhancing cooperation and exchanges with France in semiconductors, artificial intelligence and energy transitions, Wu added. (SFC-E)
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President Lai Ching-te welcomed a delegation from the British-Taiwan All-Party Parliamentary Group to the Presidential Office Feb. 18 in Taipei City, anticipating expansion of relations and jointly ensuring regional and global peace and stability.
The group is led by APPG Chair Sarah Champion and comprises Lord Purvis of Tweed and MPs Ben Spencer, Helena Dollimore, Noah Law and David Reed.
According to the president, Taiwan-U.K. relations have gone from strength to strength in recent years. He thanked delegation members, the U.K. parliament and government for continuing to support Taiwan through a variety of means.
Lai praised the success of the Taiwan-UK Enhanced Trade Partnership, the first formal economic and trade framework between Taiwan and a European country. It is hoped that the two sides will swiftly sign investment, digital trade, energy and net-zero transition arrangements to expand bilateral cooperative exchanges, he said.
Lai anticipated that the U.K. would continue to support Taiwan's accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, so that the two sides can work to build further resilient global supply chains to promote global prosperity and development.
In response, Champion said the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China conference held in Taiwan last July was significant, with legislators from 23 countries showing support for Taiwan. She said she was proud that the U.K. parliament supported the clear motion that the UNGA Resolution 2758 was specific to China and only to China, adding that it was an important and powerful recognition.
The MP said that maintaining Taiwan's sovereignty is a common interest for the U.K. and the world. Noting that the U.S. has come out strongly in support of Taiwan, she encourages other countries around the world to do the same. With the 27th Taiwan-U.K. trade talks set to take place soon, she expects further development in the partnership. (SFC-E)
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The group is led by APPG Chair Sarah Champion and comprises Lord Purvis of Tweed and MPs Ben Spencer, Helena Dollimore, Noah Law and David Reed.
According to the president, Taiwan-U.K. relations have gone from strength to strength in recent years. He thanked delegation members, the U.K. parliament and government for continuing to support Taiwan through a variety of means.
Lai praised the success of the Taiwan-UK Enhanced Trade Partnership, the first formal economic and trade framework between Taiwan and a European country. It is hoped that the two sides will swiftly sign investment, digital trade, energy and net-zero transition arrangements to expand bilateral cooperative exchanges, he said.
Lai anticipated that the U.K. would continue to support Taiwan's accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, so that the two sides can work to build further resilient global supply chains to promote global prosperity and development.
In response, Champion said the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China conference held in Taiwan last July was significant, with legislators from 23 countries showing support for Taiwan. She said she was proud that the U.K. parliament supported the clear motion that the UNGA Resolution 2758 was specific to China and only to China, adding that it was an important and powerful recognition.
The MP said that maintaining Taiwan's sovereignty is a common interest for the U.K. and the world. Noting that the U.S. has come out strongly in support of Taiwan, she encourages other countries around the world to do the same. With the 27th Taiwan-U.K. trade talks set to take place soon, she expects further development in the partnership. (SFC-E)
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The Ministry of Economic Affairs displayed the latest development in two-phase cooling technology for artificial intelligence chips Feb. 18 in Taipei City, highlighting government efforts to advance high-performance computing.
Developed by Hsinchu County-based Industrial Technology Research Institute in northern Taiwan, the technology removes heat through rapid evaporation and condensation of a dielectric liquid. The expanded contact area between the coolant and the chips also accelerates heat conduction to elevate computing efficacy and stability.
According to the MOEA, the two-phase cooling innovation can boost AI chip cooling capacity beyond 1,500 watts, compared to 1,000 watts with current single-phase technology. The ITRI-developed system has successfully applied for field verification from the global integrated circuit design heavyweight Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., the ministry said, adding that if adopted by global data centers, the cooling solution could reduce annual carbon emissions by 50 million tons.
The success is a result of a 2014 MOEA project that encourages advanced industrial technology development, the ministry said. ITRI also receives support enabling it to work with enterprises such as New Taipei City-headquartered Aewin Technologies Co., Ltd. and Giga-Byte Technology Co., Ltd. to establish a complete supply chain pertinent to heat dissipation in order to drive growth in the country's AI sector.
Such cooling technology further solidifies Taiwan's leadership in the global AI industry, the MOEA said, adding that the breakthrough will also create a sustainable computing environment while consolidating the country's key role in international green energy development. (YCH-E)
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Developed by Hsinchu County-based Industrial Technology Research Institute in northern Taiwan, the technology removes heat through rapid evaporation and condensation of a dielectric liquid. The expanded contact area between the coolant and the chips also accelerates heat conduction to elevate computing efficacy and stability.
According to the MOEA, the two-phase cooling innovation can boost AI chip cooling capacity beyond 1,500 watts, compared to 1,000 watts with current single-phase technology. The ITRI-developed system has successfully applied for field verification from the global integrated circuit design heavyweight Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., the ministry said, adding that if adopted by global data centers, the cooling solution could reduce annual carbon emissions by 50 million tons.
The success is a result of a 2014 MOEA project that encourages advanced industrial technology development, the ministry said. ITRI also receives support enabling it to work with enterprises such as New Taipei City-headquartered Aewin Technologies Co., Ltd. and Giga-Byte Technology Co., Ltd. to establish a complete supply chain pertinent to heat dissipation in order to drive growth in the country's AI sector.
Such cooling technology further solidifies Taiwan's leadership in the global AI industry, the MOEA said, adding that the breakthrough will also create a sustainable computing environment while consolidating the country's key role in international green energy development. (YCH-E)
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To achieve Taiwan's 2050 net-zero emissions target the Ministry of Environment joined with industry to establish a net-zero lifestyle alliance, Feb. 18.
Over 20 industry, academic and research bodies joined the alliance and jointly pledged to advance sustainable practices. They anticipated that action by enterprises would raise awareness of sustainable values within corporations and the general public.
Through the alliance's establishment the MOENV gathered business groups to create a cooperative platform for net-zero lifestyle solutions and efficiently harness initiatives from all walks of life.
Speaking at the launch, MOENV Minister Peng Chi-ming said that forging a sustainable lifestyle is one of the five goals of President Lai Ching-te's National Project of Hope. Peng hoped to use entrepreneurial thinking to create a virtuous market lifecycle, so that companies are willing to invest, supported by consumers thus accelerating net-zero transformation and creating a sustainable industrial ecosystem.
A series of forums is set to be held on topics that include sustainable consumption, food and travel. The first forum took place the same day on sustainable work environments.
Speaking on net-zero offices, Yeh Shin-cheng, National Taiwan Normal University professor, noted that cheapness and convenience are the biggest obstacles to promoting a net zero environment. He further said that technology and facility of implementation were vital to implement sustainable lifestyles. Wang Shu-jhen, director of Friendly Seed, a social enterprise that promotes environmental education, said that such initiatives were slow but effective. Wang looked forward to sharing a wide variety of corporate net-zero practices to help enterprises formulate environmentally sustainable action.
Director of Human Resources at optoelectronics corporation, AUO, Li Syu-bin, shared experience of achieving carbon neutrality in office buildings through practical measures such as providing parking for electric vehicles and implementing low carbon staff meals in workplace canteens.
Fubon Bank Assistant Manager Lee Ching-ru also noted that sustainability is a marathon, rather than a sprint, that starts with cultivating awareness and added that initiatives need to be simple so that they are sustainable long term.
The MOENV concluded by inviting enterprises from all sectors to join the alliance to keep up to date with the latest information in net-zero solutions and activities. (POC-E)
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Over 20 industry, academic and research bodies joined the alliance and jointly pledged to advance sustainable practices. They anticipated that action by enterprises would raise awareness of sustainable values within corporations and the general public.
Through the alliance's establishment the MOENV gathered business groups to create a cooperative platform for net-zero lifestyle solutions and efficiently harness initiatives from all walks of life.
Speaking at the launch, MOENV Minister Peng Chi-ming said that forging a sustainable lifestyle is one of the five goals of President Lai Ching-te's National Project of Hope. Peng hoped to use entrepreneurial thinking to create a virtuous market lifecycle, so that companies are willing to invest, supported by consumers thus accelerating net-zero transformation and creating a sustainable industrial ecosystem.
A series of forums is set to be held on topics that include sustainable consumption, food and travel. The first forum took place the same day on sustainable work environments.
Speaking on net-zero offices, Yeh Shin-cheng, National Taiwan Normal University professor, noted that cheapness and convenience are the biggest obstacles to promoting a net zero environment. He further said that technology and facility of implementation were vital to implement sustainable lifestyles. Wang Shu-jhen, director of Friendly Seed, a social enterprise that promotes environmental education, said that such initiatives were slow but effective. Wang looked forward to sharing a wide variety of corporate net-zero practices to help enterprises formulate environmentally sustainable action.
Director of Human Resources at optoelectronics corporation, AUO, Li Syu-bin, shared experience of achieving carbon neutrality in office buildings through practical measures such as providing parking for electric vehicles and implementing low carbon staff meals in workplace canteens.
Fubon Bank Assistant Manager Lee Ching-ru also noted that sustainability is a marathon, rather than a sprint, that starts with cultivating awareness and added that initiatives need to be simple so that they are sustainable long term.
The MOENV concluded by inviting enterprises from all sectors to join the alliance to keep up to date with the latest information in net-zero solutions and activities. (POC-E)
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President Lai Ching-te met with Matthew Pottinger, former U.S. deputy national security advisor and Mark Montgomery, retired U.S. Rear Admiral, Feb. 17 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City.
Lai recalled that Pottinger and Ivan Kanapathy came to Taiwan to launch their new book "The Boiling Moat" in June 2024. He added that the book, soon to be released in Taiwan in Mandarin, offers observations from U.S. experts regarding U.S.-China-Taiwan relations and advice for the strengthening of Taiwan's national defense, security, and overall resilience.
The president noted that on that occasion Pottinger and Kanapathy exchanged extensive views on Taiwan-U.S. relations and regional affairs; and that the latter is now serving on the White House National Security Council.
Lai noted that it was Montgomery's fourth visit to Taiwan and that the retired U.S. Rear Admiral has long paid close attention to Taiwan-related issues. The president said that he looked forward to an in-depth discussion with the two men on the future direction of Taiwan-U.S. relations and cooperation.
Emphasizing the concept of peace through strength, Lai said that bolstering defense capability and fortifying defense demonstrates effective deterrence to maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and around the world.
Pottinger congratulated President Lai on his one-year election anniversary and on the state of the economy, which he characterized as good. In addition, he noted that Lai had pledged to allocate an equivalent of over 3 percent of gross domestic product for the national defense budget, which is equal to that of the U.S. and that it was a good starting point for both countries to build deterrence. (POC-E)
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Lai recalled that Pottinger and Ivan Kanapathy came to Taiwan to launch their new book "The Boiling Moat" in June 2024. He added that the book, soon to be released in Taiwan in Mandarin, offers observations from U.S. experts regarding U.S.-China-Taiwan relations and advice for the strengthening of Taiwan's national defense, security, and overall resilience.
The president noted that on that occasion Pottinger and Kanapathy exchanged extensive views on Taiwan-U.S. relations and regional affairs; and that the latter is now serving on the White House National Security Council.
Lai noted that it was Montgomery's fourth visit to Taiwan and that the retired U.S. Rear Admiral has long paid close attention to Taiwan-related issues. The president said that he looked forward to an in-depth discussion with the two men on the future direction of Taiwan-U.S. relations and cooperation.
Emphasizing the concept of peace through strength, Lai said that bolstering defense capability and fortifying defense demonstrates effective deterrence to maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and around the world.
Pottinger congratulated President Lai on his one-year election anniversary and on the state of the economy, which he characterized as good. In addition, he noted that Lai had pledged to allocate an equivalent of over 3 percent of gross domestic product for the national defense budget, which is equal to that of the U.S. and that it was a good starting point for both countries to build deterrence. (POC-E)
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新聞來源：https://taiwantoday.tw/Politics/Top-News/265816/President-Lai-receives-former-US-deputy-national-security-advisor
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs François Chih-chung Wu called on the global community to stand with Taiwan to ensure global supply chain stability and international security integrity.
Wu made the remarks during an interview with Tim Mak, founder of Kyiv-based publication Counteroffensive, for an article published Feb. 15 on military technology in Taiwan.
Citing remarks by President Lai Ching-te, the Counteroffensive article said Taiwan aspires to become the Asian hub of drone supply chains for global democracies. Based on observations of the Russia-Ukraine war, Taiwan is developing affordable unmanned aerial vehicles, which are expected to play a key role in global confrontations.
The article also said that since the late 20th century, the free world has taken the view that welcoming China and Russia into the flow of international trade would have a democratizing effect. Wu said the war has proven that such thinking is naive.
The deputy minister said the appropriate strategic response should be to try to separate the so-called "red supply chain" and the democratic supply chain, adding that Taiwan's prowess in electronics manufacturing and semiconductor technology make it a key player in thisregard.
Through global supply chain restructuring, the country wants to ensure that local semiconductor technologies will not fall into the hands of Russia or other authoritarian regimes, Wu said, adding that an additional priority is the enhancement of Taiwan's self-defense.
According to Counteroffensive, Taiwan is making progress in developing drones and asymmetrical tactics with its rich scientific knowledge. Wu called on the free world to include Taiwan in the global security network as a means to ensure regional and global peace and stability. (SFC-E)
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新聞來源：https://taiwantoday.tw/Culture/Top-News/265825/Vice-Premier-Cheng-pledges-to-promote-Hakka-culture
Wu made the remarks during an interview with Tim Mak, founder of Kyiv-based publication Counteroffensive, for an article published Feb. 15 on military technology in Taiwan.
Citing remarks by President Lai Ching-te, the Counteroffensive article said Taiwan aspires to become the Asian hub of drone supply chains for global democracies. Based on observations of the Russia-Ukraine war, Taiwan is developing affordable unmanned aerial vehicles, which are expected to play a key role in global confrontations.
The article also said that since the late 20th century, the free world has taken the view that welcoming China and Russia into the flow of international trade would have a democratizing effect. Wu said the war has proven that such thinking is naive.
The deputy minister said the appropriate strategic response should be to try to separate the so-called "red supply chain" and the democratic supply chain, adding that Taiwan's prowess in electronics manufacturing and semiconductor technology make it a key player in thisregard.
Through global supply chain restructuring, the country wants to ensure that local semiconductor technologies will not fall into the hands of Russia or other authoritarian regimes, Wu said, adding that an additional priority is the enhancement of Taiwan's self-defense.
According to Counteroffensive, Taiwan is making progress in developing drones and asymmetrical tactics with its rich scientific knowledge. Wu called on the free world to include Taiwan in the global security network as a means to ensure regional and global peace and stability. (SFC-E)
Write to Taiwan Today at ttonline@mofa.gov.tw
新聞來源：https://taiwantoday.tw/Culture/Top-News/265825/Vice-Premier-Cheng-pledges-to-promote-Hakka-culture
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