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Discover how Taiwan is advancing its digital economy through the launch of the Taiwan Parliamentary Exchange and Promotion Association for Digital Technology and the New Economy, led by DPP legislator Michelle Lin. This initiative aims to foster government-industry cooperation and includes plans for talent transformation, international exchanges, and smart city policies.

Discover how Taiwanese Director Wei Te-sheng’s apology to TSMC over controversial remarks aims to bridge the gap between Taiwan’s tech and cultural sectors. Read more about his promise and the potential for collaboration.

Dimitri Bruyas, Chief English News Correspondent of TVBS English News, was invited by the Master’s Program in Global Communication and Innovation Technology (GCIT) to share resume writing tips and interview techniques with students at National Chengchi University (NCCU) on Monday (May 13).

104 Job Bank in Taiwan has launched the ＂Youth General Knowledge Class＂ event, inviting high-school and university students to create their own podcast episodes to gain industry experience and earn extra income. The job bank’s marketing director, Chang Pao-ling, stated that there are currently 25,000 job opportunities in sectors such as art design and print media that primarily evaluate candidates based on portfolio work. This trend has grown by 44% in the past five years. The initiative aims to help job seekers showcase their curatorial abilities and increase their competitiveness. Job categories such as ＂Communication Art/Design＂ and ＂Print media＂ demand portfolios for 13.5% and 13% of their openings, respectively. Recently, job postings have started asking for portfolios from applicants in various positions, including 3D animation designers, video game programmers, and web front-end engineers. A survey conducted by 104 Job Bank revealed that 64% of businesses advised students to take part-time jobs to broaden their perspective, while 45.3% expected students to join clubs or teams to foster skills in interpersonal communication and leadership. The initiative by 104 Job Bank aims to create opportunities for students to showcase their curation skills, build a personal portfolio, and tap into the growing popularity of podcasts. For more information, visit: 104青春通識課 | Podcast, Instagram, Facebook | 傳送門 (portaly.cc).

Hsinchu Mayor Ann Kao is set to appear in Taipei District Court on Wednesday, December 27, as the defendant in two separate legal matters. In the morning case, Kao is accused of defamation by Tario Ong, a business professor at Western Washington University, who claimed on social media that Kao’s doctoral thesis contained unreferenced data from the Institute for Information Industry. After Kao reported Ong for aggravated defamation and the prosecutor chose not to indict, Ong filed a countersuit. In the afternoon case, Kao is facing charges of fraudulently claiming assistant fees during her time as a legislator. The Taipei District Prosecutor’s Office has charged Kao with fraudulently obtaining NT＄460,030 in wages and overtime pay for her assistants, resulting in charges of embezzlement and forgery. The courtroom may face an overflow of observers from the Hsinchu City Government. The cases are ongoing with further developments pending.

The newly appointed Chairperson of the New Media Entertainment Association (NMEA), Daphne Lee, emphasizes the importance of funding, talent, and global integration for Taiwan’s content industry to succeed. At the 2023 Asiahub New Media Summit in Taipei, Lee highlights the need for cross-sector collaboration and industry chain integration in the AI era. The summit features six main themes, 19 keynote speeches, panel discussions, and 7 workshops with 60 speakers. Participants, such as LINE Taiwan Managing Director Roger Chen, discuss Taiwan’s soft power, industry upgrade, transformation, and global outreach. Videoland Television Network Chairman Lee Chung-pei suggests creating quality content to ensure profitability and establish funding recovery mechanisms. Lin Chien-han, Chairman of Taiwan Secom, shares the company’s dual strategy of investment and production, moving from DVD rental services to investing in Taiwanese films. Lin also discusses how Taiwanese creative content is breaking into the international market by integrating local culture and socio-political issues, citing successful films like ＂The Candidate＂ and ＂The Bridge Curse.＂

Entertainer Apple Huang, known for her appearance on ＂Blackie’s Teenage Club,＂ recently revealed that she officially married dentist Carter Jaw a year ago. Her sister, Yuri Huang (also known as ＂Yao Yao＂), expressed her excitement and congratulations on social media. Apple, who is 39 years old, also announced that she is expecting her first child through a series of maternity photos. The news has brought joy to Yao Yao and has been met with warm wishes from friends and fans in the entertainment industry. The public has also shared in the excitement surrounding Apple’s marriage and pregnancy.

Taiwanese supermodel and actress Lin Chi-ling shares a stunning photo of herself dressed in all black with striking red lipstick on social media. The photo was taken during an interview with ＂Tatler＂ magazine. In the article, Lin discusses her commitment to philanthropy, particularly her desire to help children and families in need. She aspires to be a guardian of children’s mental health, a cause close to her heart. Lin’s popularity extends beyond Taiwan, as she is beloved in Japan as well. Her attendance at the 60th Golden Horse Awards recently went viral in Japan, solidifying her influential status in the entertainment industry.

The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) reassures that Taiwan has sufficient land for the semiconductor industry, despite concerns over shortages in land, water, energy, labor, and talent. Media reports claimed that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (TSMC) had abandoned its Longtan plant, highlighting potential issues in the semiconductor industry. However, the MOEA states that it is actively working on land allocation and expansion plans in science parks and industrial parks. The government aims to meet all land requirements for industry expansion and new factories, while providing full services to manufacturing businesses. The MOEA is fully committed to assisting semiconductor companies in developing in Taiwan, with the goal of maintaining Taiwan’s dominant role in global semiconductor manufacturing.