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Matt Pottinger presents new book to Taiwan’s president
Explore the strategic discussions between former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor Matt Pottinger and Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te on deepening U.S.-Taiwan economic and trade relations and defending Taiwan’s sovereignty.2024/06/14 14:35 -
MOFA: CPTPP a gateway to boost supply chain resilience
Taiwan is actively pursuing membership in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) to enhance supply chain resilience and global economic security, with efforts including hosting seminars in Canada and gaining support from Canadian officials amidst potential opposition from Beijing.2024/04/30 15:42 -
Taiwan eyes membership in CPTPP with Canada’s support
Learn about Taiwan’s bid to join the CPTPP and its potential impact on global trade and economic security. Taiwan’s efforts to strengthen supply chain cooperation with Canada and seek inclusion in the trade agreement are highlighted.2024/03/26 16:06 -
Kaohsiung, Japan deepen bond in trade, education, tourism
Chairman Mitsuo Ohashi of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association visited the Kaohsiung City government to discuss enhancing industry, education, and tourism cooperation exchanges with Mayor Chen Chi-Mai. Ohashi emphasized the significance of Kaohsiung in Japan’s relations with Taiwan. Mayor Chen expressed enthusiasm for deeper interactions between Taiwan and Japan, highlighting the crucial role of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry in global supply chain security. He cited the collaboration between Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) in Kaohsiung and Kumamoto, Japan, as an example of potential economic cooperation. Chen described the Taiwan-Japan relationship as a deepening bond, referencing their long-standing friendship and mutual support during crises. Ohashi, who visited Kaohsiung 40 years ago and has maintained connections with past Mayor Chen Chu and Taiwan’s representative to Japan, Frank Hsieh, expressed admiration for Kaohsiung’s recent development. He believes that Japan-Kaohsiung cooperation should extend to the private enterprise level and is hopeful for the future of Japanese-Taiwanese relations. Ohashi frequently speaks at the annual National Day reception at the Taiwan Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan, advocating for promoting friendly Japan-Taiwan relations as an example for the international community.2023/12/12 17:58 -
Supply chain resiliency a focus in APEC: U.S. ambassador
U.S. Ambassador Matt Murray highlights the importance of APEC as a platform for dialogue on supply chain resilience and economic security, with a focus on the semiconductor industry, ahead of the Biden-Xi Summit.2023/11/13 11:20 -
TSMC founder warns of changing landscape for semiconductors
TSMC Founder Morris Chang underscores the emerging challenges for Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, emphasizing national security amidst global shifts. With AI demand surging and changing supply chain dynamics post-pandemic, Taiwan must navigate geopolitical tensions and retain its global edge in chipmaking.2023/11/02 18:10 -
Tsai urges rules-based order for more regional prosperity
President Tsai Ing-wen underscores the importance of rules-based order for regional stability in Ketagalan Forum’s 2023 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue. Emphasis on democracy, security, and economic growth.2023/08/08 20:33