KAOHSIUNG (TVBS News) — The chairman of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association discussed enhancing cooperation in industry, education, and tourism during a meeting with Kaohsiung City Mayor Chen Chi-Mai on Monday (Dec. 11).
Chiarman Mitsuo Ohashi emphasized Kaohsiung's significance in Japan's relations with Taiwan. He was accompagnied by Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association Kaohsiung Office Director Masafumi Oku.
Speaking to the media, Mayor Chen expressed his enthusiasm for deeper Taiwan-Japan interactions, highlighting the vital role of Taiwan's semiconductor industry in global supply chain security. He highlighted the presence of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) plants in both Kaohsiung and Kumamoto, Japan, as an opportunity for economic collaboration.
Referring to the enduring friendship between Taiwan and Japan, Chen described their relationship as growing stronger, citing past cooperation during crises and Japan's donation of 4.2 million vaccine doses to Taiwan.
Ohashi, known for advocating friendly Japan-Taiwan relations, sees them as an example for the international community.
