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Taiwan and Japan signed a memorandum of understanding on the mutual recognition of the two sides' plant varieties verification reports Dec. 19 in Tokyo, highlighting government work to deepen bilateral agricultural exchanges, according to the Ministry of Agriculture.
Inked by Taiwan-Japan Relations Association Chair Su Jia-chyuan, and Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association Chair Mitsuo Ohashi, during the 48thTaiwan-Japan Economic and Trade Conference, the pact will help save the time and cost required to apply for variety rights on both sides, protect and benefit breeders while strengthening the bilateral development of agricultural intellectual property rights, the MOA said.
Japan is the most important target market for Taiwan's agricultural exports, the ministry said, adding that following the signing of the MOU, the two partners will further discuss adopted species of verified plants, which is key for them to jointly advance relevant industry layouts and global competitiveness.
According to the MOA, the MOU follows an administrative arrangement signed by Taiwan and EU authorities on the take-over distinctness, uniformity, and stability (DUS) report of Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis in 2019, and a Taiwan-Vietnam MOU on international cooperation in the field of plant variety examination and protection in 2021. As of the end of November, 17 Taiwan varieties have obtained overseas variety rights through such cooperation mechanisms, the ministry added.
The MOA's statistics show that as of November, there are a total of 3,265 applications from home and abroad for Taiwan variety rights, with 2,735 applications, or 84 percent of the total, for flowers, which topped the list. This is followed by 210 applications for vegetables, or six percent; and 171 cases for fruit trees, or five percent.
Plant variety rights not only protect breeders' rights, but also encourage the improvement of varieties and provide consumers with more diversified agricultural products, the MOA said. The ministry will continue to seek more international cooperation opportunities to apply for overseas variety rights for Taiwan's agricultural exports and enhance the country's agricultural competitiveness, it added. (YCH-E)
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Inked by Taiwan-Japan Relations Association Chair Su Jia-chyuan, and Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association Chair Mitsuo Ohashi, during the 48thTaiwan-Japan Economic and Trade Conference, the pact will help save the time and cost required to apply for variety rights on both sides, protect and benefit breeders while strengthening the bilateral development of agricultural intellectual property rights, the MOA said.
Japan is the most important target market for Taiwan's agricultural exports, the ministry said, adding that following the signing of the MOU, the two partners will further discuss adopted species of verified plants, which is key for them to jointly advance relevant industry layouts and global competitiveness.
According to the MOA, the MOU follows an administrative arrangement signed by Taiwan and EU authorities on the take-over distinctness, uniformity, and stability (DUS) report of Phalaenopsis and Doritaenopsis in 2019, and a Taiwan-Vietnam MOU on international cooperation in the field of plant variety examination and protection in 2021. As of the end of November, 17 Taiwan varieties have obtained overseas variety rights through such cooperation mechanisms, the ministry added.
The MOA's statistics show that as of November, there are a total of 3,265 applications from home and abroad for Taiwan variety rights, with 2,735 applications, or 84 percent of the total, for flowers, which topped the list. This is followed by 210 applications for vegetables, or six percent; and 171 cases for fruit trees, or five percent.
Plant variety rights not only protect breeders' rights, but also encourage the improvement of varieties and provide consumers with more diversified agricultural products, the MOA said. The ministry will continue to seek more international cooperation opportunities to apply for overseas variety rights for Taiwan's agricultural exports and enhance the country's agricultural competitiveness, it added. (YCH-E)
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President Lai Ching-te said Taiwan looks forward to continuing to work with the U.S. and other democracies to advance global prosperity.
Lai made the remarks while receiving a delegation from the Washington, D.C.-based think tank Brookings Institution Dec. 19 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City.
The president praised Brookings for its pivotal research that not only guides U.S. government policy but also impacts the international political and economic landscape. Amid the recent coordination by authoritarian regimes such as China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, it is imperative that democracies unite, Lai added.
As China escalates tensions with continued military actions around Taiwan, the government is grateful to fellow democracies like the U.S. that have shown support and expressed concern about disruption of the cross-strait status quo, the president said. Situated in a key position in the first island chain, Taiwan will keep implementing the Four Pillars of Peace action plan to ensure its national security and safeguard regional peace and stability, he vowed.
According to Lai, the government is leaving no stone unturned in strengthening its defense capabilities and reinforcing economic resilience while standing together with the democratic community to achieve peace through deterrence. At the same time, the country is willing to collaborate with China on the condition of parity and dignity to propel peaceful development, he said.
The president went on to note that the first agreement under the Taiwan-U.S. Initiative on 21st Century Trade officially took effect last week, marking a major milestone in bilateral economic relations. Cooperation between the two sides has also yielded fruitful results in the areas of culture and education, he added.
In response, Brookings President Cecilia Rouse said it was her first overseas visit since taking office, signifying Taiwan's importance as a partner to the U.S. and its critical role in the global economy. She concluded that despite the upcoming change in administration, the two sides' shared values remain unchanged. (POC-E)
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Lai made the remarks while receiving a delegation from the Washington, D.C.-based think tank Brookings Institution Dec. 19 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City.
The president praised Brookings for its pivotal research that not only guides U.S. government policy but also impacts the international political and economic landscape. Amid the recent coordination by authoritarian regimes such as China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, it is imperative that democracies unite, Lai added.
As China escalates tensions with continued military actions around Taiwan, the government is grateful to fellow democracies like the U.S. that have shown support and expressed concern about disruption of the cross-strait status quo, the president said. Situated in a key position in the first island chain, Taiwan will keep implementing the Four Pillars of Peace action plan to ensure its national security and safeguard regional peace and stability, he vowed.
According to Lai, the government is leaving no stone unturned in strengthening its defense capabilities and reinforcing economic resilience while standing together with the democratic community to achieve peace through deterrence. At the same time, the country is willing to collaborate with China on the condition of parity and dignity to propel peaceful development, he said.
The president went on to note that the first agreement under the Taiwan-U.S. Initiative on 21st Century Trade officially took effect last week, marking a major milestone in bilateral economic relations. Cooperation between the two sides has also yielded fruitful results in the areas of culture and education, he added.
In response, Brookings President Cecilia Rouse said it was her first overseas visit since taking office, signifying Taiwan's importance as a partner to the U.S. and its critical role in the global economy. She concluded that despite the upcoming change in administration, the two sides' shared values remain unchanged. (POC-E)
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The National Development Council said Dec. 19 that all relevant government agencies will work hand in hand to implement a carbon pricing system set to take effect in 2025, following a briefing by the Ministry of Environment on the new policy measure.
According to three regulations drafted by the MOENV in August this year, during the initial stage the fees will be levied on about 281 power and gas suppliers and manufacturing firms that emit the equivalent of more than 25,000 tons of carbon dioxide per year. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, entities must calculate their annual greenhouse gas emissions and pay their carbon fees by the end of May the next year.
Compared to the standard fee of NT$300 (US$9.18) per ton, there are also preferential rates to entities that submit self-determined reduction plans that include strategies such as a switching to low-carbon fuels, adopting negative emission technology, improving energy efficiency, using renewable energy or enhancing industrial processes.
The NDC said the system aims to reduce carbon emissions and drive net-zero transition for Taiwan's industrial sector. If all relevant entities submit self-determined reduction plans, the NDC expects collective carbon emissions to be cut by 37 million tons by 2030, which will help achieve Taiwan's intended nationally determined contribution of carbon emissions.
To this end, the MOENV has held seven briefings on carbon fee regulations and organized seminars with local governments throughout the country. The NDC said more measures are in the pipeline to enhance public consensus and bring Taiwan's regulations in line with global standards, so that the system will play a key role in driving green growth for a better future for all. (SFC-E)
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According to three regulations drafted by the MOENV in August this year, during the initial stage the fees will be levied on about 281 power and gas suppliers and manufacturing firms that emit the equivalent of more than 25,000 tons of carbon dioxide per year. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, entities must calculate their annual greenhouse gas emissions and pay their carbon fees by the end of May the next year.
Compared to the standard fee of NT$300 (US$9.18) per ton, there are also preferential rates to entities that submit self-determined reduction plans that include strategies such as a switching to low-carbon fuels, adopting negative emission technology, improving energy efficiency, using renewable energy or enhancing industrial processes.
The NDC said the system aims to reduce carbon emissions and drive net-zero transition for Taiwan's industrial sector. If all relevant entities submit self-determined reduction plans, the NDC expects collective carbon emissions to be cut by 37 million tons by 2030, which will help achieve Taiwan's intended nationally determined contribution of carbon emissions.
To this end, the MOENV has held seven briefings on carbon fee regulations and organized seminars with local governments throughout the country. The NDC said more measures are in the pipeline to enhance public consensus and bring Taiwan's regulations in line with global standards, so that the system will play a key role in driving green growth for a better future for all. (SFC-E)
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Minister Kuan Bi-ling of the Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council said Dec. 18 in a meeting with Lee Eun-ho, representative of the Korean Mission in Taipei, that Taiwan is committed to working with South Korea on maritime matters while jointly promoting related sustainable development.
Speaking in the southern port city of Kaohsiung, Kuan said that Taiwan and South Korea enjoy fruitful cooperation in marine research and development, citing the ongoing collaboration among OAC's National Academy of Marine Research, the Korea Maritime Institute and the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology. She added that NAMR also inked memorandums of understanding with other facilities including the National Marine Biodiversity Institute of Korea, and expressed a hope that the countries would expand bilateral projects in areas like ocean technology, digital sharing and responses to marine environmental challenges.
The minister additionally praised South Korea's creativity in promoting ocean-related culture. She specifically noted a presentation by South Korean experts on the preservation of Jeju Island's haenyeo culture at the OAC-hosted workshop on fostering women's economic empowerment for a resilient marine industry under the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation earlier this year. Kuan added that the Our Ocean Conference initiated by the U.S. Department of State and the APEC Ocean-Related Ministerial Meeting will be staged in South Korea next year, pledging Taiwan's continued cooperation with the international community at the events.
In response, Lee praised OAC's marine conservation work and promotion of related initiatives. He pledged to urge South Korea's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries to work with the council and help further strengthen the Taiwan-South Korea relationship. (YCH-E)
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Speaking in the southern port city of Kaohsiung, Kuan said that Taiwan and South Korea enjoy fruitful cooperation in marine research and development, citing the ongoing collaboration among OAC's National Academy of Marine Research, the Korea Maritime Institute and the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology. She added that NAMR also inked memorandums of understanding with other facilities including the National Marine Biodiversity Institute of Korea, and expressed a hope that the countries would expand bilateral projects in areas like ocean technology, digital sharing and responses to marine environmental challenges.
The minister additionally praised South Korea's creativity in promoting ocean-related culture. She specifically noted a presentation by South Korean experts on the preservation of Jeju Island's haenyeo culture at the OAC-hosted workshop on fostering women's economic empowerment for a resilient marine industry under the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation earlier this year. Kuan added that the Our Ocean Conference initiated by the U.S. Department of State and the APEC Ocean-Related Ministerial Meeting will be staged in South Korea next year, pledging Taiwan's continued cooperation with the international community at the events.
In response, Lee praised OAC's marine conservation work and promotion of related initiatives. He pledged to urge South Korea's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries to work with the council and help further strengthen the Taiwan-South Korea relationship. (YCH-E)
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The world's largest floating bookshop, Doulos Hope, operated by Germany's nonprofit organization Gute Bucher fur Alle (Good Books for All), docked Dec. 18 at southern Taiwan's Kaohsiung Port and is set to berth at Hualien and Keelung Ports in January and February respectively, according to Executive Yuan's Ocean Affairs Council.
The vessel will stay at its first port of call until Jan. 12, the OAC said, adding that the vessel will berth at Hualien Port in the eastern county Jan. 16-Feb. 2 and at northern Taiwan's Keelung Port from Feb. 6-Mar. 9.
OAC Deputy Minister Huang Hsiang-wen said that vessels operated by GBA Ships had visited Taiwan many times. She noted that the bookshop promotes reading and facilitates the spread of culture.
The ship's name, a Greek phrase that means servant of hope embodies the spirit of service. Nathan Schmutz, bookshop director, noted that the vessel's mission is to offer good books for all at every port it visited.
Doulos Hope was launched in 2023 and is expected to serve mainly in the East Asia and Pacific regions. Books on over 2000 subjects are on offer ranging from art, cooking, languages, medicine, science, sports, among other themes.
OAC Minister Kuan Bi-ling said that a total of 320 books on Taiwan's rich marine ecosystem and resources published by the OAC and Kaohsiung City-based National Academy of Marine Research were donated to the ship. (POC-E )
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The vessel will stay at its first port of call until Jan. 12, the OAC said, adding that the vessel will berth at Hualien Port in the eastern county Jan. 16-Feb. 2 and at northern Taiwan's Keelung Port from Feb. 6-Mar. 9.
OAC Deputy Minister Huang Hsiang-wen said that vessels operated by GBA Ships had visited Taiwan many times. She noted that the bookshop promotes reading and facilitates the spread of culture.
The ship's name, a Greek phrase that means servant of hope embodies the spirit of service. Nathan Schmutz, bookshop director, noted that the vessel's mission is to offer good books for all at every port it visited.
Doulos Hope was launched in 2023 and is expected to serve mainly in the East Asia and Pacific regions. Books on over 2000 subjects are on offer ranging from art, cooking, languages, medicine, science, sports, among other themes.
OAC Minister Kuan Bi-ling said that a total of 320 books on Taiwan's rich marine ecosystem and resources published by the OAC and Kaohsiung City-based National Academy of Marine Research were donated to the ship. (POC-E )
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A forum on geothermal exploration kicked off Dec. 17 in Taipei City to showcase the results of related public sector projects, underscoring the government's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Organized by the Geological Survey and Mining Management Agency under the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the two-day event involved more than 400 academics, officials and private sector representatives. It featured 14 panel discussions on topics spanning the opportunities and challenges of geothermal development in Taiwan, the status of ongoing exploration projects across the country, and related infrastructure planning and development.
Participants identified several high potential geothermal sites around the country. These include the Datun Mountain volcanic area in Taipei and New Taipei City's Yangmingshan National Park, Ruisui Township in the eastern county of Hualien, Yanping Township in the southeastern county of Taitung, and Ren'ai Township in the central county of Nantou.
Another highlight of the event was the presentation of a 3-meter-long granite cut from a continuous core measuring more than 2,000 meters in Taitung's Haiduan Township. The sample was obtained during a highly challenging eight-month joint exploration project by the GSMMA, Hsinchu County-based Industrial Technology Research Institute and an engineering service provider from Türkiye's Ortadoğu Group.
During the second day of the event, participants were given a tour of an exploration site and geothermal power plant in Yangmingshan, the organizer said. (SFC-E)
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Organized by the Geological Survey and Mining Management Agency under the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the two-day event involved more than 400 academics, officials and private sector representatives. It featured 14 panel discussions on topics spanning the opportunities and challenges of geothermal development in Taiwan, the status of ongoing exploration projects across the country, and related infrastructure planning and development.
Participants identified several high potential geothermal sites around the country. These include the Datun Mountain volcanic area in Taipei and New Taipei City's Yangmingshan National Park, Ruisui Township in the eastern county of Hualien, Yanping Township in the southeastern county of Taitung, and Ren'ai Township in the central county of Nantou.
Another highlight of the event was the presentation of a 3-meter-long granite cut from a continuous core measuring more than 2,000 meters in Taitung's Haiduan Township. The sample was obtained during a highly challenging eight-month joint exploration project by the GSMMA, Hsinchu County-based Industrial Technology Research Institute and an engineering service provider from Türkiye's Ortadoğu Group.
During the second day of the event, participants were given a tour of an exploration site and geothermal power plant in Yangmingshan, the organizer said. (SFC-E)
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The 2024 Executive Yuan Award for Outstanding Science and Technology Contribution was presented Dec. 18 in Taipei City to four local academics for their enhancement of human health and global civilization.
During the presentation ceremony, Premier Cho Jung-tai praised the recipients for success in their respective fields of medical research. Citing President Lai Ching-te's training as a physician, Cho said government policy goals are to build a healthy, balanced and united Taiwan for all. It is hoped that the award will inspire the younger generation to emulate these outstanding medical experts, he added.
According to the EY, recipient Thierry Pierre Robert Burnouf, Taipei Medical University College of Biomedical Engineering professor, is an expert in plasmapheresis and former advisor to the World Health Organization. His innovative research in the development of revolutionary blood-based treatment products has served as a cornerstone to prevent human immunodeficiency viruses and hemophilia, as well as treating Ebolavirus and other respiratory diseases. The French native is the first naturalized Taiwan academic to win the award.
The other recipient of the prestigious award is a three-member team from National Taiwan University College of Medicine; doctors Wu Ming-shiang, Lee Yi-chia and Liou Jyh-ming were recognized for their development of a molecular testing technology to address drug resistance for Helicobacter pylori, which is a leading cause of gastric cancer.
Not only has the work helped select better medication for patients, the team also developed second- and third-line treatments and implemented enhanced community screening as part of disease eradication projects, all of which are widely hailed as the global standard, the EY said. (SFC-E)
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During the presentation ceremony, Premier Cho Jung-tai praised the recipients for success in their respective fields of medical research. Citing President Lai Ching-te's training as a physician, Cho said government policy goals are to build a healthy, balanced and united Taiwan for all. It is hoped that the award will inspire the younger generation to emulate these outstanding medical experts, he added.
According to the EY, recipient Thierry Pierre Robert Burnouf, Taipei Medical University College of Biomedical Engineering professor, is an expert in plasmapheresis and former advisor to the World Health Organization. His innovative research in the development of revolutionary blood-based treatment products has served as a cornerstone to prevent human immunodeficiency viruses and hemophilia, as well as treating Ebolavirus and other respiratory diseases. The French native is the first naturalized Taiwan academic to win the award.
The other recipient of the prestigious award is a three-member team from National Taiwan University College of Medicine; doctors Wu Ming-shiang, Lee Yi-chia and Liou Jyh-ming were recognized for their development of a molecular testing technology to address drug resistance for Helicobacter pylori, which is a leading cause of gastric cancer.
Not only has the work helped select better medication for patients, the team also developed second- and third-line treatments and implemented enhanced community screening as part of disease eradication projects, all of which are widely hailed as the global standard, the EY said. (SFC-E)
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Premier Cho Jung-tai said the government is committed to promoting smart technology and an innovative economy while achieving balanced social development and net-zero emissions to secure Taiwan's position as a global technology leader in the era of sovereign artificial intelligence.
Cho made the remarks in his closing statement at the Executive Yuan's 12th National Science and Technology Conference Dec. 18 in Taipei City. The quadrennial event brought together 1,500 academics, experts, officials and business representatives to jointly draw a blueprint for future development.
The premier first listened to briefings from deputy ministers from the National Science and Technology Council and the Ministries of Economic Affairs, Health and Welfare, and Environment on their four areas of expertise.
To advance smart technology and forge an innovative economy, the NSTC and MOEA deputy ministers respectively urged the government to leverage Taiwan's semiconductor sector to strengthen critical technology such as drones, robots and satellites and to assist small- and medium-sized enterprises with digital and green transformations. In response, Cho noted that the five trusted industry sectors action plan proposed by President Lai Ching-te addresses the suggested strategies.
The premier went on to say that the budget for the MOEA's revitalization plan for micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises has been increased from NT$5 billion (US$153.2 million) to NT$11.6 billion for 2025. Personnel cultivation is also a top priority to funnel skilled workers into domestic high-tech industries and expand Taiwan's vertical technology supply chain, he added.
As for fostering a balanced society, Cho said a flagship project to enhance Taiwan's municipal infrastructure was also launched by the EY's Economic Development Commission last week, adding that the initiative will establish over 140 essential pieces of infrastructure in six areas around Taiwan.
For net-zero emissions, ensuring a safe and stable electric power supply is the top priority, Cho said. The government will continue to develop diversified green energy sources, improve energy storage and bolster countrywide power grid resilience, he added, noting that the National Climate Change Committee will play a major role.
Cho additionally announced that next year's science and technology budget will top NT$196.5 billion, a year-on-year increase of NT$7.7 billion, to support relevant development, adding that the Ministry of Education's Youth Overseas Dream Fund program will help further cultivate necessary talent. He concluded by suggesting the conference convene more frequently. (YCH-E)
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Cho made the remarks in his closing statement at the Executive Yuan's 12th National Science and Technology Conference Dec. 18 in Taipei City. The quadrennial event brought together 1,500 academics, experts, officials and business representatives to jointly draw a blueprint for future development.
The premier first listened to briefings from deputy ministers from the National Science and Technology Council and the Ministries of Economic Affairs, Health and Welfare, and Environment on their four areas of expertise.
To advance smart technology and forge an innovative economy, the NSTC and MOEA deputy ministers respectively urged the government to leverage Taiwan's semiconductor sector to strengthen critical technology such as drones, robots and satellites and to assist small- and medium-sized enterprises with digital and green transformations. In response, Cho noted that the five trusted industry sectors action plan proposed by President Lai Ching-te addresses the suggested strategies.
The premier went on to say that the budget for the MOEA's revitalization plan for micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises has been increased from NT$5 billion (US$153.2 million) to NT$11.6 billion for 2025. Personnel cultivation is also a top priority to funnel skilled workers into domestic high-tech industries and expand Taiwan's vertical technology supply chain, he added.
As for fostering a balanced society, Cho said a flagship project to enhance Taiwan's municipal infrastructure was also launched by the EY's Economic Development Commission last week, adding that the initiative will establish over 140 essential pieces of infrastructure in six areas around Taiwan.
For net-zero emissions, ensuring a safe and stable electric power supply is the top priority, Cho said. The government will continue to develop diversified green energy sources, improve energy storage and bolster countrywide power grid resilience, he added, noting that the National Climate Change Committee will play a major role.
Cho additionally announced that next year's science and technology budget will top NT$196.5 billion, a year-on-year increase of NT$7.7 billion, to support relevant development, adding that the Ministry of Education's Youth Overseas Dream Fund program will help further cultivate necessary talent. He concluded by suggesting the conference convene more frequently. (YCH-E)
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President Lai Ching-te presented awards to honorees of the Civil Service Outstanding Contribution Award Dec. 17 in Taipei City, praising their efforts to build a better Taiwan.
The president lauded the achievements of individual award recipients, including Prosecutor Tseng Yang-ling from the Taiwan Taipei District Prosecutors Office for his work to combat fraud and Lee Wui-chiang, vice superintendent of Taipei Veterans General Hospital, for his long-term promotion of public health assistance to Taiwan's allies and partners. He also praised civil servants from the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Transportation and Communications, among others.
Lai went on to congratulate winners of the group award, such as a team from the Ministry of Economic Affairs' Department of Industrial Technology responsible for encouraging international manufacturers to establish research and development centers in Taiwan and the Ministry of Environment's team working with NASA to launch 3D air monitoring around the country. Recognized groups also included those from the Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Health and Welfare.
According to Lai, civil servants play a crucial part in the country's operations and are key to safeguarding democracy and the people's well-being. To this end, the government will increase the salaries of educational, government and military personnel by 3 percent next year to boost the country's overall competitiveness, he added.
Amid global adoption of artificial intelligence, the government must accelerate its digital transformation to increase public service efficiency, Lai said. He concluded by expressing his hope that all public servants will continue to strengthen their digital literacy and implement smart governance into their work to enhance people's lives and further strengthen the country. (YCH-E)
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The president lauded the achievements of individual award recipients, including Prosecutor Tseng Yang-ling from the Taiwan Taipei District Prosecutors Office for his work to combat fraud and Lee Wui-chiang, vice superintendent of Taipei Veterans General Hospital, for his long-term promotion of public health assistance to Taiwan's allies and partners. He also praised civil servants from the Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Transportation and Communications, among others.
Lai went on to congratulate winners of the group award, such as a team from the Ministry of Economic Affairs' Department of Industrial Technology responsible for encouraging international manufacturers to establish research and development centers in Taiwan and the Ministry of Environment's team working with NASA to launch 3D air monitoring around the country. Recognized groups also included those from the Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Health and Welfare.
According to Lai, civil servants play a crucial part in the country's operations and are key to safeguarding democracy and the people's well-being. To this end, the government will increase the salaries of educational, government and military personnel by 3 percent next year to boost the country's overall competitiveness, he added.
Amid global adoption of artificial intelligence, the government must accelerate its digital transformation to increase public service efficiency, Lai said. He concluded by expressing his hope that all public servants will continue to strengthen their digital literacy and implement smart governance into their work to enhance people's lives and further strengthen the country. (YCH-E)
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The Ministry of Environment unveiled a green collar employment report Dec. 17 in Taipei City, highlighting the need for such professionals within the workforce to achieve the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.
According to the report, an average of 22,000 green collar jobs were offered by 3,600 companies per month and recruited staff in 2024, which was 3.29 times the number eight years ago.
In terms of industries, demand from the electronic information, software and semiconductor sectors was highest, with 4,300 personnel hired monthly. This was followed by the general manufacturing industry, with 3,200 per month; the construction and real estate sectors, 2,700; retail, wholesale and direct selling industries, 2,500; and legal, accounting, consultants, R&D and design sectors, 2,300. The survey also points out that 80 percent of such jobs were located in the cities of Taipei, New Taipei, Taoyuan, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung, from north to south, as well as northern Taiwan's Hsinchu City and its neighboring county.
The report demonstrates that personnel including electric vehicle design engineers and water treatment system planners are vital to implementing the 12 Key Strategies to Taiwan's Pathway to Net-Zero Emissions in 2050. It added that the enterprises' demand for green collar staff in product and project management is significantly increasing, showing companies are implementing the country's net-zero emissions trend.
Another result shown is that 22 percent of green collar jobs require environmental-related certificates, up from 19 percent in 2017, while only 39 percent of such jobs are restricted to relevant graduates, down from 49 percent in 2017. Environment Minister Peng Chi-mingsaid during the event that this is helpful for young people to attend cross-field environmental protection courses and obtain professional certificates to participate in green collar positions such as brand marketing, community promotion and project management.
The report also listed certificates required by enterprises for the jobs, including those for wastewater treatment, air pollution prevention and waste removal, as well as competency tests required to be taken for Corporate/ESG sustainability managers.
According to Peng, the demand for green collar personnel will continue to grow one to three times within the next five years. The MOENV is also planning to work with universities throughout the country to establish a public-private personnel cultivation alliance to train at least 3,500 personnel per year starting 2025. (YCH-E)
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According to the report, an average of 22,000 green collar jobs were offered by 3,600 companies per month and recruited staff in 2024, which was 3.29 times the number eight years ago.
In terms of industries, demand from the electronic information, software and semiconductor sectors was highest, with 4,300 personnel hired monthly. This was followed by the general manufacturing industry, with 3,200 per month; the construction and real estate sectors, 2,700; retail, wholesale and direct selling industries, 2,500; and legal, accounting, consultants, R&D and design sectors, 2,300. The survey also points out that 80 percent of such jobs were located in the cities of Taipei, New Taipei, Taoyuan, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung, from north to south, as well as northern Taiwan's Hsinchu City and its neighboring county.
The report demonstrates that personnel including electric vehicle design engineers and water treatment system planners are vital to implementing the 12 Key Strategies to Taiwan's Pathway to Net-Zero Emissions in 2050. It added that the enterprises' demand for green collar staff in product and project management is significantly increasing, showing companies are implementing the country's net-zero emissions trend.
Another result shown is that 22 percent of green collar jobs require environmental-related certificates, up from 19 percent in 2017, while only 39 percent of such jobs are restricted to relevant graduates, down from 49 percent in 2017. Environment Minister Peng Chi-mingsaid during the event that this is helpful for young people to attend cross-field environmental protection courses and obtain professional certificates to participate in green collar positions such as brand marketing, community promotion and project management.
The report also listed certificates required by enterprises for the jobs, including those for wastewater treatment, air pollution prevention and waste removal, as well as competency tests required to be taken for Corporate/ESG sustainability managers.
According to Peng, the demand for green collar personnel will continue to grow one to three times within the next five years. The MOENV is also planning to work with universities throughout the country to establish a public-private personnel cultivation alliance to train at least 3,500 personnel per year starting 2025. (YCH-E)
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"Decompression," the 2024 Asian Art Biennial forum, got underway Dec. 14 in central Taiwan's Taichung City, bringing together curators, participating artists and researchers from home and abroad to exchange views on a wide range of topics complementing the ninth edition of the art event.
According to the Ministry of Culture, the forum's title references a diving technique that gradually releases inert gases from body tissues as a metaphor for resilience under pressure. The in-depth panel discussions aimed to break established norms by raising critical voices and proposing unconventional modes of cultural production in an increasingly turbulent world, the ministry added.
In the "Rice and Breadfruit: An Acquired Taste of Empire" session, panelists discussed global and local food systems and their alternatives and impacts, while "Art, Politics and Communion in the Age of Radical Appropriation" unveiled how art helps sustain systemic inequality and envisioned a new kind of artistic practice that would support a more egalitarian future.
This was followed by "Breath and Belonging: Navigating Migration, Memory and Cinema," in which panelists described how they incorporated the themes of diaspora and migration in their politically charged work. Finally, "Toy Volcano" examined the skepticism and paranoia of technical media and the parallels between physical landscapes through the lens of animation theory and machinic delusions.
Launched in 2007 by National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts in central Taiwan's Taichung City, the biennial event aims to explore how a multiplicity of perspectives has come to inform contemporary reality and how that reality, characterized by a high degree of ambiguity, has in turn enriched Asian cultural perspectives.
Themed "How To Hold Your Breath" and running through March 2, 2025, this year's festival showcases 83 works by 35 artists and groups from over 20 countries. Starting Dec. 21, the biennial will screen the "How Breath Moves" cinematic program featuring eight films and pre- and post-screening discussions. (SFC-E)
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According to the Ministry of Culture, the forum's title references a diving technique that gradually releases inert gases from body tissues as a metaphor for resilience under pressure. The in-depth panel discussions aimed to break established norms by raising critical voices and proposing unconventional modes of cultural production in an increasingly turbulent world, the ministry added.
In the "Rice and Breadfruit: An Acquired Taste of Empire" session, panelists discussed global and local food systems and their alternatives and impacts, while "Art, Politics and Communion in the Age of Radical Appropriation" unveiled how art helps sustain systemic inequality and envisioned a new kind of artistic practice that would support a more egalitarian future.
This was followed by "Breath and Belonging: Navigating Migration, Memory and Cinema," in which panelists described how they incorporated the themes of diaspora and migration in their politically charged work. Finally, "Toy Volcano" examined the skepticism and paranoia of technical media and the parallels between physical landscapes through the lens of animation theory and machinic delusions.
Launched in 2007 by National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts in central Taiwan's Taichung City, the biennial event aims to explore how a multiplicity of perspectives has come to inform contemporary reality and how that reality, characterized by a high degree of ambiguity, has in turn enriched Asian cultural perspectives.
Themed "How To Hold Your Breath" and running through March 2, 2025, this year's festival showcases 83 works by 35 artists and groups from over 20 countries. Starting Dec. 21, the biennial will screen the "How Breath Moves" cinematic program featuring eight films and pre- and post-screening discussions. (SFC-E)
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A joint statement released by the foreign and defense ministers from Australia and the U.K. voicing support for Taiwan is deeply appreciated, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Dec. 17.
The document was released following the Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) held Dec. 16 in London. Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles, met with the U.K. Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs David Lammy and Secretary of State for Defence John Healey.
The statement emphasized the importance of stability across the Taiwan Strait and encouraged peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues without the use of coercion. The ministers also reaffirmed their countries' opposition to unilateral changes to the status quo, it said.
The U.K. and Australia are committed to collaboratively promoting Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations, and the statement reiterated their determination to deepen relations with Taiwan in culture, economy, science, technology and trade.
The MOFA also thanked Wong for a post on her personal X account Dec. 14, in which she openly expressed gratitude to Taiwan, Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the U.S. for collaborating with Tuvalu, one of Taiwan's allies, to construct the Central Pacific Cable. The undersea communications cable is the first to reach Tuvalu, and is expected to greatly enhance the country's digital resilience.
Australia and the U.K. share common values of democracy, freedom and the rules of law with Taiwan, the MOFA said, adding that both countries are major voices for peace in the Indo-Pacific. Taiwan will continue to work with the two countries and other like-minded partners to uphold stability across the strait, defend the rules-based international order and advance regional and international prosperity, the ministry concluded. (POC-E)
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The document was released following the Australia-UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) held Dec. 16 in London. Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles, met with the U.K. Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs David Lammy and Secretary of State for Defence John Healey.
The statement emphasized the importance of stability across the Taiwan Strait and encouraged peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues without the use of coercion. The ministers also reaffirmed their countries' opposition to unilateral changes to the status quo, it said.
The U.K. and Australia are committed to collaboratively promoting Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations, and the statement reiterated their determination to deepen relations with Taiwan in culture, economy, science, technology and trade.
The MOFA also thanked Wong for a post on her personal X account Dec. 14, in which she openly expressed gratitude to Taiwan, Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the U.S. for collaborating with Tuvalu, one of Taiwan's allies, to construct the Central Pacific Cable. The undersea communications cable is the first to reach Tuvalu, and is expected to greatly enhance the country's digital resilience.
Australia and the U.K. share common values of democracy, freedom and the rules of law with Taiwan, the MOFA said, adding that both countries are major voices for peace in the Indo-Pacific. Taiwan will continue to work with the two countries and other like-minded partners to uphold stability across the strait, defend the rules-based international order and advance regional and international prosperity, the ministry concluded. (POC-E)
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Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim gave an interview to Lithuania National Radio and Television at the Presidential Office recently in Taipei City to discuss key issues such as Taiwan-Lithuania ties and cross-strait relations.
According to the PO, Hsiao said Taiwan and Lithuania share many historic similarities in that both were subject to authoritarian suppression and coercion. Due to the expanding alliance among authoritarian regimes, the two partners need to stand in unity to defend the freedom and democracy that they treasure.
The VP said the two democratic nations also possess prowess in key technologies, including Taiwan's advanced semiconductor manufacturing that drives AI revolution, and Lithuania's cutting-edge biological, financial and laser technologies. Expanding economic and investment ties will help both sides reduce reliance on authoritarian regimes and safeguard the rules-based international market order, she added.
Hsiao said the establishment of the Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania underscored the values of freedom, democracy and peace shared by the two countries, and thanked the Lithuanian people for their commitment to democracy. The reciprocal representative offices serve as key platforms to promote public- and private-sector cooperation and enhance understanding between the two civic societies, the VP added.
Despite persistent threats from China, Hsiao said, the Taiwanese are peace-loving people who do not want confrontation with anyone. The ongoing Ukraine-Russia war serves as a reminder that peace cannot be taken for granted. Taiwan continues to enhance its self-defense capabilities and social resilience, she said, adding that the country will continue engaging with the global community to promote democracy, freedom and peace.
The VP also called for further cultural and people-to-people exchanges, citing the success of past events, such as Lithuanian Chamber Orchestra's performances earlier this month in Taiwan, and the 2023 Basketball World Cup New Taipei City Warm-up Series involving the Baltic state. Such soft power engagement deepens understanding between the people of both countries, she said. (SFC-E)
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According to the PO, Hsiao said Taiwan and Lithuania share many historic similarities in that both were subject to authoritarian suppression and coercion. Due to the expanding alliance among authoritarian regimes, the two partners need to stand in unity to defend the freedom and democracy that they treasure.
The VP said the two democratic nations also possess prowess in key technologies, including Taiwan's advanced semiconductor manufacturing that drives AI revolution, and Lithuania's cutting-edge biological, financial and laser technologies. Expanding economic and investment ties will help both sides reduce reliance on authoritarian regimes and safeguard the rules-based international market order, she added.
Hsiao said the establishment of the Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania underscored the values of freedom, democracy and peace shared by the two countries, and thanked the Lithuanian people for their commitment to democracy. The reciprocal representative offices serve as key platforms to promote public- and private-sector cooperation and enhance understanding between the two civic societies, the VP added.
Despite persistent threats from China, Hsiao said, the Taiwanese are peace-loving people who do not want confrontation with anyone. The ongoing Ukraine-Russia war serves as a reminder that peace cannot be taken for granted. Taiwan continues to enhance its self-defense capabilities and social resilience, she said, adding that the country will continue engaging with the global community to promote democracy, freedom and peace.
The VP also called for further cultural and people-to-people exchanges, citing the success of past events, such as Lithuanian Chamber Orchestra's performances earlier this month in Taiwan, and the 2023 Basketball World Cup New Taipei City Warm-up Series involving the Baltic state. Such soft power engagement deepens understanding between the people of both countries, she said. (SFC-E)
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The Ministry of Economic Affairs' Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) launched the National Center for Energy Storage System Technology Dec. 16 at Tongluo Science Park in the northern county of Miaoli, highlighting the government's commitment to renewable energy development.
According to the bureau, the new center is the largest and most comprehensive energy security test site in the country. With its establishment, domestic energy storage products like batteries for electric buses can undergo rigorous evaluation locally, significantly reducing cost and time for manufacturers.
The facility is also expected to increase the competitive edge of Taiwan's energy products in the international market and thus cement the country's key position in the global green energy supply chain, the BSMI said.
The government's policy goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 is driving energy transition and renewable energy advancement in Taiwan, the bureau said, adding that the center will play a critical role given that storage systems are vital to a successful transition.
To ensure safety and quality control, the bureau has begun formulating national standards and technical regulations while forging management mechanisms to stabilize domestic renewable energy.
Following the opening ceremony, a forum discussing storage system design and security and international safety standards was held, with representatives of international testing agencies taking part, the BSMI said. (POC-E)
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According to the bureau, the new center is the largest and most comprehensive energy security test site in the country. With its establishment, domestic energy storage products like batteries for electric buses can undergo rigorous evaluation locally, significantly reducing cost and time for manufacturers.
The facility is also expected to increase the competitive edge of Taiwan's energy products in the international market and thus cement the country's key position in the global green energy supply chain, the BSMI said.
The government's policy goal of net-zero emissions by 2050 is driving energy transition and renewable energy advancement in Taiwan, the bureau said, adding that the center will play a critical role given that storage systems are vital to a successful transition.
To ensure safety and quality control, the bureau has begun formulating national standards and technical regulations while forging management mechanisms to stabilize domestic renewable energy.
Following the opening ceremony, a forum discussing storage system design and security and international safety standards was held, with representatives of international testing agencies taking part, the BSMI said. (POC-E)
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The National Science and Technology Council hosted the 2024 Artificial Intelligence and Semiconductor Forum during the SEMICON Japan Dec. 13 in Tokyo to discuss development trends and address challenges in the two potential-laden sectors.
During his opening remarks, NSTC Deputy Minister Su Chen-kang said that rapidly developing AI and semiconductor sectors are creating new opportunities and providing solutions to challenges posed by climate change, digital transformation and population aging.
With its technological prowess and advanced industry chain, Taiwan is ready and willing to share its semiconductor experience and play a key role in helping spearhead global industry upgrade and transformation, Su said, adding that expanding Taiwan-Japan cooperation will help create winning results for all parties involved.
According to the organizer, the event included speeches and discussions on topics spanning introduction of the NSTC's IC Taiwan Grand Challenge initiative; challenges and opportunities in IC design collaboration; breakthroughs and applications in edge computing and AI in semiconductor equipment innovation; and Taiwan-Japan cooperation in innovation and large-scale semiconductor factory construction.
Featured speakers included Johnsea Chen, chair of CMSC Inc., an IC design house based in Hsinchu City, northern Taiwan; Linda Tsai, senior executive at Advantech Co. Ltd., a leading supplier of industrial personal computers based in Taipei City; Tadahiro Kuroda, University of Tokyo professor; and Hiramatsu Shigeyoshi, senior vice president of Delta Electronics (Japan) Inc. (SFC-E)
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During his opening remarks, NSTC Deputy Minister Su Chen-kang said that rapidly developing AI and semiconductor sectors are creating new opportunities and providing solutions to challenges posed by climate change, digital transformation and population aging.
With its technological prowess and advanced industry chain, Taiwan is ready and willing to share its semiconductor experience and play a key role in helping spearhead global industry upgrade and transformation, Su said, adding that expanding Taiwan-Japan cooperation will help create winning results for all parties involved.
According to the organizer, the event included speeches and discussions on topics spanning introduction of the NSTC's IC Taiwan Grand Challenge initiative; challenges and opportunities in IC design collaboration; breakthroughs and applications in edge computing and AI in semiconductor equipment innovation; and Taiwan-Japan cooperation in innovation and large-scale semiconductor factory construction.
Featured speakers included Johnsea Chen, chair of CMSC Inc., an IC design house based in Hsinchu City, northern Taiwan; Linda Tsai, senior executive at Advantech Co. Ltd., a leading supplier of industrial personal computers based in Taipei City; Tadahiro Kuroda, University of Tokyo professor; and Hiramatsu Shigeyoshi, senior vice president of Delta Electronics (Japan) Inc. (SFC-E)
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