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President Lai receives All Japan Taiwanese Union members

2025-11-07 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Nov. 6 that the government is committed to advancing the Taiwan-Japan relationship while strengthening the country’s overall competitiveness to contribute more to regional peace and prosperity.

VP Hsiao receives delegation of permanent representatives to the UN

2025-11-07 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said Nov. 5 that Taiwan is committed to contributing to the world across such issues as climate resilience, economic development, humanitarian assistance and public health.

MOFA expresses sincere condolences following typhoon damage in central Philippines

2025-11-07 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Typhoon Kalmaegi recently caused severe flooding in central Philippines, including the province of Cebu. To date, over 110 people have perished and more than 700,000 have been evacuated.

SDAFF to present 11 Taiwanese films through Taiwan Film Showcase

2025-11-07 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), the Taiwan Academy in Los Angeles is collaborating with the San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) to present the “Taiwan Film Showcase” from Nov. 8 to 15. The program features eight feature films and three short films that highlight the creativity and diversity of contemporary Taiwanese cinema.

Twincussion to present Taiwanese folk music to U.S. audiences

2025-11-07 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture, Twincussion—a Taiwanese percussion duo comprising Chien Jen-ting (簡任廷) and Chien Jen-yu (簡任佑)—will tour the U.S. from Nov. 8 to 21. Their performances will take place at the Sixth & I Historic Synagogue in the Washington, D.C., Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, and the Asia Society Texas Center.

Taiwanese Novelist Yang Shuang-Zi Invited to Mumbai LitFest, Opening a New Chapter in Taiwan-India Literary Dialogue

2025-11-07 Ministry of Culture

Contemporary Taiwanese novelist Yang Shuang-Zi has been invited to participate in The Mumbai LitFest, one of India’s most influential literary events, in November 2025. She will hold three talks in Delhi and Mumbai, launching the series “Taiwan-India Literary Dialogue: The Indian Journey of Taiwanese Literature”, marking an important milestone for Taiwanese literature’s reach into South Asia.

OAC hosts ocean resilience event in Thailand

2025-11-07 Taiwan Today

The Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council held an event spotlighting ocean resilience Nov. 5 in Bangkok, Thailand, highlighting the government’s commitment to working with Indo-Pacific countries to manage marine debris in the region.

Foreign, sports ministries promote sports diplomacy

2025-11-06 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung and Sports Minister Lee Yang held a meeting Nov. 5 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Taipei City, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening cooperation mechanisms for international events, expanding relevant exchanges with allies and promoting equality in sports.

Youth agricultural ambassadors to depart for Australia

2025-11-06 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung attended a ceremony Nov. 4 in Taipei City to send off 16 young agricultural ambassadors to visit Australia Nov. 22-30.

MOFA solemnly condemns China-Russia joint communiqué distorting Taiwan’s sovereignty

2025-11-06 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin issued a joint communiqué on the 30th regular meeting between the Chinese and Russian heads of government following their encounter in Hangzhou, China, on November 3.

Taiwan hosts space conference, exhibition

2025-11-06 Taiwan Today

The Asia-Pacific Space Community Council’s 26th annual conference and exhibition is underway in Taipei City through Nov. 6, according to the Ministry of Economic Affairs.

Winners of the 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books announced

2025-11-06 Ministry of Culture

The 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards (TLA) for Books winners were unveiled on Oct. 31. This year, the award received 225 submissions, from which 30 works were shortlisted as finalists. Ultimately, “Lightning in July (七月爍爁)” by Lin Chun-ying (林俊頴) won the Annual Golden Grand Laurel Award, while seven works received Golden Book Award, and two were honored for the New Bud Award.

President Lai addresses 11th Taiwan-Japan Exchange Summit in Kamakura via video

2025-11-05 Office of the President

On the afternoon of November 4, President Lai Ching-te addressed the 11th Taiwan-Japan Exchange Summit in Kamakura via video. The president expressed hope of continuing to deepen the partnership between the two countries.

2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting delegation press conference

2025-11-05 Office of the President

On the afternoon of November 3, the Presidential Office held a press conference for our delegation to the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) upon its return to Taiwan.

MOFA welcomes senior legislators from Northeastern US

2025-11-05 Taiwan Today

The visit by a delegation of state legislators from the Northeastern U.S. is sincerely welcomed by the government and people of Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 3.

Taiwan donates US$700,000 to NGOs working in Gaza

2025-11-05 Taiwan Today

Taiwan donated a total of US$700,000 to two international nongovernmental organizations in October, highlighting the government’s commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to people in the Gaza Strip, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 4.

MOFA response to comments by Chinese ambassador to US demanding that US not cross China’s “red lines”

2025-11-05 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) notes that Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng recently made public remarks in which he emphasized China’s “red lines” and stated that trouble would ensue if the United States crossed such lines. These comments were made after the Chinese Embassy in the United States posted satellite imagery of Taiwan on its social media accounts.

Taiwan places 10th in global digital competitiveness ranking

2025-11-05 Taiwan Today

Taiwan is rated 10th out of 69 major economies in the latest World Digital Competitiveness Ranking released Nov. 4 by Switzerland-based International Institute for Management Development, the Ministry of Digital Affairs said.

NTCRI launches Indigenous weaving art exhibition

2025-11-05 Ministry of Culture

The National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute (NTCRI) launched the exhibition “Genius Weavers: The Textiles and Basketry of Taiwan’s Indigenous Peoples (天才編織家─臺灣原住民的織物與編器)” on Oct. 17.

APEC Leader’s Representative Lin Hsin-i holds international press conference

2025-11-04 Office of the President

At the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) in Korea that concluded at noon on November 1 (local time), Senior Advisor to the President and Chairman of Taiwania Capital Management Corporation Lin Hsin-i served as Taiwan’s leader’s representative.

FM Lin, Deputy FM Wu meet with international journalists

2025-11-04 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung and Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu met with international journalists and spoke about government policy on climate change, defense resilience, energy security and technology cooperation.

MOFA hosts industry visit for foreign diplomatic corps

2025-11-04 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a tour of northern Taiwan’s smart agriculture industry for foreign diplomatic corps Oct. 30-31.

MOFA response to China’s protest against meeting between Taiwan Leader’s Representative Lin and Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi at APEC summit

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

As an official member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, it is natural for Taiwan to engage in exchanges and interactions with other APEC member economies, both multilaterally and bilaterally, during APEC meetings.

MOFA response to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi reiterating importance of cross-strait peace and stability at Japan-China leaders’ meeting

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held bilateral talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on October 31 during her trip to the Republic of Korea for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.

MOFA response to Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi’s emphasis on importance of cross-strait peace and stability during meeting with Chinese defense minister

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japanese Minister of Defense Shinjiro Koizumi attended the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Malaysia and met for the first time with Chinese Minister of Defense Dong Jun on November 1.

MOFA response to false and threatening statements on Taiwan’s sovereignty made by Chinese Defense Minister Dong during meeting with US Secretary of War Hegseth

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) solemnly reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country; that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other; and that the future of Taiwan can only be decided by the people of Taiwan.

Swiss Cinematheque presents 21 Taiwanese films starting in November

2025-11-04 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Taiwan Cultural Center in Paris, the Swiss Cinematheque (Cinémathèque suisse) is hosting the “Taiwanese New Waves” screening program from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31. As one of the highlight programs of the Swiss Cinematheque this year, it features 21 films across 48 screenings, tracing the evolution of Taiwanese cinema from the 1980s to the 2000s.

President Lai meets North Carolina Governor Josh Stein

2025-11-03 Office of the President

On the afternoon of October 31, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein.

VP Hsiao, FM Lin meet with Atlantic Council delegation

2025-11-03 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim received a delegation from the Atlantic Council at the Presidential Office Oct. 31 in Taipei City and said Taiwan remains committed to contributing to global supply chain development and regional prosperity.

ROC (Taiwan) government expresses deepest condolences on passing of H.M. Queen Sirikit of Thailand

2025-11-03 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother, mother of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkom.

4th Taiwan-India Dialogue held in Mumbai

2025-11-03 Taiwan Today

The fourth Taiwan-India Dialogue took place Oct. 30 in Mumbai, underscoring mutual commitment to strengthening the partnership, the Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council said.

Premier Cho attends forum on security, fighting multinational crime

2025-10-31 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai said that Taiwan would continue to work with like-minded countries to reinforce the rule of law at the 7th Taiwan-Western Asia & Africa Forum on Regional Security and Transnational Crime (TWAF) Oct. 29 in Taipei City.

FM Lin receives Belizean ministers

2025-10-31 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung received Louis Zabaneh, Belizean minister of constitution and religious affairs, Indigenous affairs, and transportation, and Michel Chebat, minister of public utilities, energy and logistics, at a luncheon Oct. 29 in Taipei City.

Deputy FM Wu attends Turkish National Day reception

2025-10-31 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu anticipated strengthened cooperation with the Republic of Türkiye across many sectors in a speech given at celebrations for the country’s 102nd National Day, hosted by the Turkish Trade Office in Taipei.

MOFA thanks Formosa Club for highlighting European support of Taiwan in annual conference joint statement

2025-10-31 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Formosa Club held an international press conference following its annual conference in Taipei on October 28. In addition to inviting Vice President of the ROC (Taiwan) Hsiao Bi-khim to deliver remarks, the group released the Statement following the Taipei Annual Conference, which had been jointly adopted by its members.

MODA Hosts the “Sovereign AI and Sustainable Development” International Expert Symposium — Exploring New Horizons in AI Governance

2025-10-31 Ministry of Digital Affairs

The Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) held the “Sovereign AI and Sustainable Development International Expert Symposium” today (October 29). The event invited Dr. Hayun Kang, Senior Research Fellow at the Korea Information Society Development Institute (KISDI), to serve as keynote speaker and panelist. Dr. Kang engaged in dialogue with several leading AI experts from Taiwan, exchanging views on AI governance, data sovereignty, and sustainable development. Together, they explored the practical challenges and opportunities of sovereign AI governance and identified new opportunities for international collaboration.

President Lai meets European delegates to 2025 Formosa Club Annual Conference

2025-10-30 Office of the President

On the afternoon of October 28, President Lai Ching-te met with European delegates to the 2025 Formosa Club Annual Conference and Taiwan-Europe Undersea Cables Security and Cooperation Forum.

MOFA response to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi and US President Trump reiterating importance of cross-strait peace and stability

2025-10-30 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

During the Japan-US summit held on October 28 in Tokyo, Japan, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump reiterated the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely thanks the governments of the United States and Japan for continuing to take concrete actions in support of the security of the Taiwan Strait.

Taiwan, Canada deepen scientific research cooperation

2025-10-30 Taiwan Today

The National Science and Technology Council and the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research cohosted the Next Generation Frontiers Symposia Oct. 27-29 in Alberta, Canada, underscoring bilateral commitment to advancing technological exchange.

Taiwanese literary collection published in Czech Republic

2025-10-30 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), “Island at the Crossroads: Literary Map of Taiwan (Ostrov na rozcestí. Literární mapa Tchaj-wanu),” edited by Táňa Dluhošová, director of the Oriental Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences, was presented on Oct. 27 at the Inspiration Forum of the Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival.

President Lai attends AIPAC dinner event

2025-10-29 Office of the President

On the evening of October 27, President Lai Ching-te attended an American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) dinner event.

VP Hsiao gives interview to German broadcaster ARD

2025-10-29 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim gave an interview to Tessniem Kadiri of Germany’s public service broadcaster ARD, in which she discussed issues including expanded Taiwan-Germany cooperation, Taiwan defense preparations and the cross-strait relationship.

APEC envoy Lin Hsin-i delivers remarks before departing for 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

2025-10-29 Office of the President

On the morning of October 28, ahead of his departure for Korea to attend the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) from October 31 to November 1 in Gyeongju, APEC Leader’s Representative Lin Hsin-i (林信義) delivered remarks on his upcoming trip.

Deputy FM Wu attends Austria National Day reception

2025-10-29 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu celebrated Austria’s National Day Oct. 24 in Taipei City, and noted ever-closer ties to the European nation.

MOFA response to US Secretary of State Rubio reiterating US support for Taiwan

2025-10-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

During an in-flight interview on October 25, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed that the United States would not be “walking away” from Taiwan in exchange for a trade agreement with China, stating that no one was contemplating such a move.

MOFA response to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi raising importance of cross-strait peace and stability at ASEAN-Japan Summit

2025-10-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attended the 28th ASEAN-Japan Summit in Malaysia on October 26. During the event, she reiterated that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait were important issues that directly impacted regional security. Prime Minister Takaichi added that attempts to unilaterally change the status quo by force or coercion must not be tolerated. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung appreciates and welcomes these statements.

MOFA response to inappropriate statements by Singaporean government regarding sovereign status of Taiwan

2025-10-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Singapore issued a press release on October 25 stating that Prime Minister of Singapore Lawrence Wong reiterated during his meeting with Premier of the People’s Republic of China Li Qiang that Singapore had a clear and consistent “one China policy” and was opposed to Taiwan independence. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expresses serious concern over the Singaporean government’s inappropriate comments regarding the sovereign status of the Republic of China (Taiwan).

VP Hsiao speaks at GCTF 10th anniversary event

2025-10-28 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim called for continued collaboration from Global Cooperation and Training Framework members on artificial intelligence governance, energy transition, humanitarian relief efforts and supply chain security to jointly address the challenges brought by authoritarian expansion, climate change and widespread disinformation.

European Formosa Club hosts annual meeting in Taipei

2025-10-28 Taiwan Today

The annual meeting of the European chapter of the Formosa Club, a group of cross-party parliamentarians working to enhance relations with Taiwan, was held Oct. 27 in Taipei City, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

Foreign Minister Lin receives Eswatini delegation led by Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs Mkhonta-Simelane

2025-10-28 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung received a delegation from the Kingdom of Eswatini led by Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs Jane Mkhonta-Simelane on the afternoon of October 22. The two sides had an in-depth exchange of views on tourism, ecological conservation, and climate change.

Taiwan hosts Asia-Pacific Circular Economy Roundtable

2025-10-27 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Oct. 23 that the government is committed to working with all sectors to shape the Asia-Pacific into a global hub for the circular economy.

Premier Cho speaks at European Innovation Week opening

2025-10-27 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai attended the European Innovation Week opening and reception Oct. 21 in Taipei City. The three-day event was jointly organized by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the European Economic and Trade Office (EEAS) in Taiwan.

MOFA solemnly refutes false claims made by China’s Foreign Ministry regarding Taiwan

2025-10-27 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On October 21, a spokesperson of China’s Foreign Ministry falsely claimed that Taiwan was an inalienable part of China’s territory and that the Taiwan question was purely China’s internal affair.

President Lai attends press conference before Taiwan’s delegation departs for 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

2025-10-23 Office of the President

On the afternoon of October 21, President Lai Ching-te attended a press conference before Taiwan’s delegation departs for the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM).

President Lai meets Tennessee Governor Bill Lee

2025-10-23 Office of the President

On the afternoon of October 21, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee.

VP Hsiao attends opening of information security summit

2025-10-23 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said that, faced with global challenges, Taiwan must strengthen information security to build a resilient, reliable and secure smart nation through cooperation between the government, industries and international partners.

Deputy FM Wu welcomes international scholarship students

2025-10-23 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs jointly hosted an event for recipients of the 2025 Taiwan Scholarship and Huayu Enrichment Scholarship programs Oct. 20 in Taipei City, according to the MOFA.

TTXC International Forum pioneers innovation in Taiwan’s cultural technology

2025-10-23 Ministry of Culture

Organized by the Ministry of Culture (MOC) and the Kaohsiung City Government, the Taiwan Technology X Culture Expo 2025 (TTXC) held its International Forum on Oct. 22, focusing on the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in content creation.

TIFF 2025 to spotlight four Taiwanese films

2025-10-23 Ministry of Culture

Co-organized by the Taiwan Cultural Center in Japan and the Tokyo International Film Festival 2025 (TIFF), the screening program “Taiwan Cinema Renaissance 2025 – Diversity in Taiwanese Society” will take place from Oct. 27 to Nov. 5.

President Lai congratulates new Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae

2025-10-22 Office of the President

On October 21, Presidential Office Spokesperson Karen Kuo (郭雅慧) stated that President Lai Ching-te, on behalf of the government and people of Taiwan, sincerely congratulates Member of the Japanese House of Representatives and new Liberal Democratic Party President Takaichi Sanae on her election as Japan’s 104th prime minister at an extraordinary National Diet session.

MOFA extends sincere congratulations to LDP President Takaichi on election as prime minister of Japan

2025-10-22 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

During a special session of the National Diet of Japan convened on October 21 to elect a new prime minister, Liberal Democratic Party President Sanae Takaichi obtained the votes required to become 104th prime minister of Japan. She will now go on to form a new cabinet.

Taiwan, Germany deepen exchange in family policies, health

2025-10-22 Taiwan Today

Deputy Health Minister Lue Jen-der led a delegation to Germany’s Federal Ministry for Education, Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth and related agencies Oct. 11-15.

Lai attends ceremony honoring political victims

2025-10-21 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said the government would continue promoting transitional justice while safeguarding national sovereignty and strengthening defense capabilities to uphold peace.

VP Hsiao receives Australian parliamentary delegation

2025-10-21 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said Oct. 20 that Taiwan is committed to deepening its partnership with Australia. She expressed appreciation for the country’s reiteration of the importance of cross-strait peace and stability and for its support of Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.

VP Hsiao gives interview to Canadian Broadcasting Corp.

2025-10-21 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim gave an interview to Chris Brown of the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. in which she discussed issues including expanded Taiwan-Canadian cooperation, Taiwan-US ties and the semiconductor industry.

MOFA response to statement by EP delegation regarding importance of peace and stability across Taiwan Strait

2025-10-21 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Bureau of the European Parliament Delegation for Relations with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) issued a statement after the 42nd EU-China Inter-Parliamentary Meeting was held on October 16. The document emphasized that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait were in the interest of the European Union and the world and reiterated opposition to any distortion or misrepresentation of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758. It also confirmed that the European Union would continue to pursue close cooperation with Taiwan and reject any unilateral change to the status quo through force or coercion. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs appreciates and welcomes this statement by the EP delegation.

MOFA response to media inquiries regarding speech by Foreign Minister Lin at Dutch think tank HCSS

2025-10-21 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung delivered a keynote speech on the topic of “Taiwan’s Role in the Strategic Reindustrialization of Europe” at a closed-door luncheon in The Hague, Netherlands, on September 15 at the invitation of The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies (HCSS), a Dutch think tank. Around 40 participants from various circles attended the event and engaged in exchanges.

President Lai receives All Japan Taiwanese Union members

2025-11-07 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Nov. 6 that the government is committed to advancing the Taiwan-Japan re

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