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Taiwan VP praises youth as key to nation’s progress
Taiwan’s Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim emphasized the vital role of youth in driving progress at a Kaohsiung event. She urged new visions for young people, highlighting challenges like an aging population and energy transition.
2025/01/13 10:23
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THSRC chairman Chiang Yao-chung to step down next week
Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation announced that THSRC Chairman Chiang Yao-chung will step down next week. President James Jeng will temporarily lead, ensuring stability.
2025/01/10 09:15
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Shanghai vice mayor hopes Taiwanese visit, promotes tourism
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Shanghai Vice Mayor Hua Yuan launched the Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum, fostering collaboration and dialogue despite bilateral tensions. The forum saw the signing of MOUs on smart medical care and red panda conservation, with both sides committed to open communication and cooperation.
2024/12/17 17:15
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Shanghai, Taipei strengthen ties with new policies
Shanghai Vice Mayor Hua Yuan highlights the deepening ties with Taipei, emphasizing policies that benefit Taiwanese investors. The city forum fosters collaboration in various sectors, enhancing economic and cultural exchanges.
2024/12/17 10:56
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Lin Yi-hua highlights forum’s role in city dialogue
Deputy Taipei Mayor Lin Yi-hua expressed optimism at the Taipei-Shanghai City Forum, focusing on smart governance and sustainability. The forum aims to bridge cross-strait relations and includes memorandums on smart healthcare and animal conservation.
2024/12/17 10:20
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Taipei to host twin-city forum with Shanghai on Dec. 17
Taipei will host the 2024 Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum on Dec. 17, focusing on smart governance and sustainability. Expect discussions on medical cooperation and red panda conservation.
2024/12/04 11:44
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Hsiao Bi-khim champions green finance at ABA conference
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim stressed Taiwan’s commitment to green finance at the ABA conference in Taipei, focusing on decarbonization and sustainable development.
2024/11/19 09:58
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Taiwan considers shift in nuclear energy policy
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs reaffirms its nuclear power stance, focusing on safety and waste management. Premier Cho hints at openness to new nuclear tech.
2024/10/21 14:31
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Taiwan eases green energy purchase rules for businesses
Discover how Taiwan is revolutionizing its green energy market, allowing users to buy based on need and boosting SMEs’ access to sustainable power. Learn about TSMC’s impact, MOEA’s renewable targets, and future plans for solar and wind energy.
2024/09/23 11:25
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Lai highlights innovation at upcoming JCI World Congress
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te emphasizes the 2024 Junior Chamber International World Congress in Taiwan as a pivotal event for global leaders to drive technological innovation and sustainability.
2024/07/18 17:37
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Premier Cho outlines Taiwan’s energy strategy
Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai is steering the country toward a sustainable energy future, emphasizing new nuclear technology and diverse power sources to ensure stability and global supply chain integrity.
2024/07/17 14:01
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Experts gather in Taiwan to discuss future of insect farming
Discover how Taiwan is leading in sustainable agriculture with its focus on insect farming as a carbon-efficient protein source, discussed at an international forum.
2024/06/24 23:26
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President Lai’s administration focuses on energy transition
Discover how Taiwan is advancing toward a nuclear-free future, as the government commits to phasing out nuclear power and enhancing green energy initiatives. Learn about the decommissioning of the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant’s No. 1 reactor and the steps being taken to ensure a stable power supply amidst this significant energy transition.
2024/05/23 18:16
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Hsiao Bi-khim emphasizes sustainability in Taipei speech
At the 2024 Global SDGs Summit, Taiwanese Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim discussed the critical importance of local sustainability and international integration in facing global and domestic challenges. Emphasizing innovation and cooperation, Hsiao outlined a future where Taiwan not only addresses its unique issues but also contributes significantly to global sustainable development goals.
2024/03/28 17:21
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Taiwan businesses prioritize swift action for profitability
Read about the latest insights from the 2024 Taiwan Business Leadership Survey by PwC Taiwan. Discover how Taiwanese business leaders are navigating challenges and opportunities in a rapidly changing economic landscape, with a focus on sustainability, competition, and transformation. Gain valuable perspectives on the future outlook and industry-specific trends shaping Taiwan’s business environment.
2024/03/27 16:52
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Taipei expo showcases AI’s transformative power in cities
Explore how the Smart City Summit and Expo in Taipei unveiled AI, IoT, and 5G technologies reshaping urban and rural landscapes, highlighting innovations in disaster response, smart infrastructure, and agriculture for a sustainable future.
2024/03/22 17:58
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Grality leads the way in innovative tree management solution
Discover how Grality is revolutionizing the management of urban tree assets. With innovative technology, Grality simplifies the complexities of maintaining green spaces, enhancing biodiversity, and improving quality of life.
2024/03/21 19:15
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Seoul and Sapporo highlight green policies at SCSE
On the third day of the 11th Smart City Summit and Expo in Taipei, Taiwan’s trading partners, including Seoul and Sapporo, highlighted their contributions and innovations in building smart, eco-friendly cities through digital transformation and green policies, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation for a sustainable urban future.
2024/03/21 17:00
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Innovations in smart cities showcased at 2024 SCSE
The 2024 Smart City Summit and Expo in Taipei gathers global leaders to discuss digital and green transformations in smart cities, featuring innovations from Acer, TECO, and more towards a sustainable urban future.
2024/03/13 18:44
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Free YouBike ride boosts Taipei’s sustainable urban mobility
Discover how Taipei’s YouBike expansion aims to revolutionize urban mobility, offering free rides and bolstering sustainability goals. Mayor unveils ambitious plans for the city’s transportation future.
2024/03/08 18:29
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Lan I-chen appointed as FJU’s new president
Dr. Lan I-chen has been appointed as the new president of Fu Jen Catholic University (FJU), marking a new chapter for the institution. Lan’s appointment was authorized by the Vatican’s Congregation for Catholic Education and is awaiting final approval from Taiwan’s Ministry of Education. As a seasoned scholar and administrator, Lan, 54, is expected to lead the century-old university towards an innovative future. Lan has proposed a five-point development plan for the FJU, known as G.R.A.C.E, which focuses on global positioning, student recruitment, international partnerships, collaboration with hospitals, academics, government, community, and industries, as well as entrepreneurship and charity involvement. These objectives aim to enhance the university’s international reputation, increase enrollment of both domestic and foreign students, and foster collaborations across various sectors for sustainable development. In response to Taiwan’s declining birthrate, Lan plans to establish overseas outposts in collaboration with Catholic universities to expand student intake while ensuring educational quality.
2023/12/22 15:40
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Mayor Chiang stresses policy achievements in year-one video
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an celebrates his first year in office with a video message emphasizing his commitment to change and development. The video, titled "Everything has started, change is underway," showcases the life journey of a Taipei native, highlighting key policies implemented during Chiang’s tenure. These include enhanced birth rewards, AI-powered learning spaces, the Taipei Dome, reinstatement of Chongyang respect for the elderly money, and increased support for startups. Chiang takes on various roles in the film, symbolizing his dedication to providing policy support and services at every stage of citizens’ lives. The video creatively uses different frame sizes and scene transitions to present Taipei from various perspectives, reflecting a hopeful vision for the city’s future as a sustainable and inclusive capital.
2023/12/21 17:47
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Premier Chen uges green shift in Taiwan’s building sector
Premier Chen Chien-jen of Taiwan’s Executive Yuan emphasized the critical role of building materials in the country’s transition towards a net-zero future. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the TaiPei Building Show, Premier Chen highlighted the event’s significance in boosting the international visibility of Taiwan’s building materials industry. This emphasis aligns with the National Development Council’s announcement of Taiwan’s 2050 net-zero emissions pathway, which outlines a strategy encompassing energy, industry lifestyle, and society. Premier Chen stressed the importance of developing industrially competitive, sustainable, and resilient business processes that could reduce emissions and promote circular usage. With Taiwan working towards meeting its climate commitments, the Premier expressed optimism about the collective industry effort to drive a green transition and support the country’s economic expansion.
2023/12/07 20:54
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Tainan proudly showcases net-zero efforts at COP28 event
Discover the sustainable achievements of Tainan City in Taiwan as Director-General Hsu Jen-tse shares the city’s strategies for net-zero sustainability at the COP28 conference. Learn about Tainan’s initiatives to combat extreme weather, promote sustainable development, and achieve low-carbon adaptation. Explore their efforts in constructing an electric bus transport system and implementing smart parking solutions to reduce air pollution. With a focus on renewable energy, Tainan aims to become a solar-powered city with 4GW of solar panel installations. Additionally, the city is actively harnessing renewable water sources, projecting a future water supply of 83,000 cubic meters per day.
2023/12/07 18:51
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Ko Wen-je pledges AI revolution in Taiwan agriculture
Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je has unveiled a series of policy proposals to revolutionize Taiwan’s agricultural sector. These proposals include employing artificial intelligence (AI) to create a comprehensive agricultural database. Ko’s five-pronged approach aims to address challenges faced by Taiwanese farmers, such as fragmented landholdings and an oversaturated domestic market. He also highlights the need to modernize traditional poultry houses and the agricultural marketing system. One focal point of Ko’s agricultural policy is the establishment of a strategic food security plan with AI, aiming to enhance planning in agricultural production and ensure transparency in the sale of farm products through data analytics. Ko also emphasizes the importance of resilient infrastructure to protect the farming sector from extreme weather events and the formation of an agricultural carbon sink platform to promote sustainable and low-carbon development. By drawing on international models, Ko aims to transform rural architecture and farming practices for a more sustainable future in Taiwanese agriculture.
2023/12/07 16:59