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President Lai receives Canadian parliamentary delegation

2026-10-15 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te welcomed a Canadian parliamentary delegation Oct. 14 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City, saying he looked forward to expanded cooperation and development opportunities.

FM Lin visits Poland, gives speech at Warsaw Security Forum

2026-10-15 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung gave a keynote speech at Poland’s Warsaw Security Forum titled “The Taiwan Model: A Trusted Partner for Europe’s Reindustrialization” Oct. 13.

MOFA condemns Houthi attacks on civilian facilities in Saudi Arabia

2026-10-15 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns the Houthis　in Yemen for launching missile and drone attacks since October 6 on such civilian facilities in other countries as King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. These attacks have injured numerous innocent victims, including one Taiwan national, and killed others. MOFA expresses its sincere condolences to the families of the victims and wishes the injured a speedy recovery.

Taiwan artists Chen Yu-wen and Chen Shige featured at TOKYO ATLAS

2026-10-15 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo, “Coordinates,” an exhibition presented as part of the TOKYO ATLAS International Art Exhibition and featuring Taiwanese artists Chen Yu-wen (陳郁文) and Chen Shige (陳重穎), opened at WHAT MUSEUM in Tokyo on Oct. 8. The exhibition is on view through Dec. 20.

2026 Taiwan Film Festival Tours New Delhi and Mumbai, Showcasing the Creative Energy of Taiwanese Cinema

2026-10-15 Ministry of Culture

The Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India will present 2026 Taiwan Film Festival from October 24 to 25 and on October 31, 2026. This year, the festival marks a new milestone by expanding beyond New Delhi, its main venue in previous years, to Mumbai, one of India’s major hubs for film and audiovisual culture. A total of six Taiwanese films will be screened across nine screenings in New Delhi and Mumbai. Through this cross-city film festival and local promotional activities, the festival aims to invite Indian audiences to discover Taiwan from different perspectives, including baseball, family, youth, gender, technology, and social memory.

Festival Lumière 2026 to feature Taiwanese classic ‘Osmanthus Alley’

2026-10-15 Ministry of Culture

Film director Chen Kun-hou (陳坤厚)’s 1987 film “Osmanthus Alley (桂花巷),” restored by the Taiwan Film and Audiovisual Institute (TFAI), has been selected for the Lumière Classics program at the Festival Lumière 2026. Chen and the film’s lead actor, Lu Hsiao-fen (陸小芬), will attend the festival in Lyon, France, and meet with local audiences.

President Lai welcomes Eswatini King Mswati Ⅲ

2026-10-14 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te received King Mswati Ⅲ Oct. 9 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City. The meeting followed greetings on arrival at the airport by Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung and then a full military honors welcome.

President Lai and King Mswati III of Eswatini visit Army Aviation Training Command

2026-10-14 Office of the President

On the morning of October 11, President Lai Ching-te and His Majesty King Mswati III of the Kingdom of Eswatini visited the Army Aviation Training Command in Tainan.

FM Lin kicks off Poland trip with visit to planned technology park

2026-10-14 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung arrived in Poland Oct. 10 with a delegation to expand business and trade relations with the European country.

MOFA response to inappropriate comments by China’s Taiwan Affairs Office concerning President Lai’s National Day address

2026-10-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) solemnly reiterates that the ROC (Taiwan) and the People’s Republic of China exist on an equal footing and that neither is subordinate to the other. These are objective facts and the internationally recognized status quo, as well as and the steadfast consensus of the Taiwanese people. The future of Taiwan can only be decided by its 23 million citizens. China has no right to comment on the matter.

MOFA announces it will resume accepting visa applications from Moroccan nationals

2026-10-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announces that it will start accepting visa applications from Moroccan nationals again on October 12. The measure is in recognition of the Moroccan government’s decision to resume processing visa confirmation letter (VCL) applications from Taiwan nationals on September 21. Effective today, Moroccan nationals may submit visa applications at Taiwan’s overseas missions in accordance with the relevant regulations.

MOEA stages US Business Day in Taipei

2026-10-14 Taiwan Today

The U.S. Business Day 2026 took place Oct. 13 in Taipei City to assist Taiwanese and U.S. firms to expand cooperation and market presence, according to the Ministry of Economic Affairs.

Minister of Culture opens 2026 TTXC exhibition ‘Yes AI Do’

2026-10-14 Ministry of Culture

The Ministry of Culture (MOC) launched the main exhibition of the 2026 Taiwan Technology x Culture Expo (TTXC), titled “Yes AI Do. Welcome to the 2050 Intimacy Exchange,” on Oct. 8 in Kaohsiung City. Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Deputy Minister of Culture and Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) Chair Sue Wang (王時思), Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai (陳其邁), and other guests attended the launch ceremony.

MOC reveals Taiwan Culture Day 2026

2026-10-14 Ministry of Culture

To commemorate the 105th anniversary of the Taiwanese Cultural Association, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) held a press conference on Oct. 12 to launch the Taiwan Culture Day 2026.

Economic, technological consultations conclude in Prague

2026-10-13 Taiwan Today

Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs Cynthia Kiang and David Müller, her counterpart from the Czech Ministry of Industry and Trade, hosted the 9th Taiwan-Czechia Economic and Technological Consultations Oct. 5 in Prague.

2026 Taiwan Writers Festival to foster international dialogues and exchanges

2026-10-13 Ministry of Culture

Organized by the National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL), the 2026 Taiwan Writers Festival will take place in Taipei and Tainan from Nov. 6 to 22, featuring a range of programs, including “International Forums” and “Thematic Lectures.” Writers and translators from the United States, Australia, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Finland, and Poland will join Taiwanese writers to discuss contemporary issues.

President Lai meets delegation led by US Senator Michael Bennet

2026-10-12 Office of the President

On the morning of October 8, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by United States Senator Michael Bennet.

President Lai meets US House Committee on the Budget Ranking Member Brendan Boyle

2026-10-12 Office of the President

On the morning of October 8, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by United States House Committee on the Budget Ranking Member Brendan Boyle of the Democratic Party.

President Lai and King Mswati III of Eswatini hold bilateral talks and witness signing of agreement

2026-10-12 Office of the President

On the morning of October 9, following a welcome ceremony with military honors for His Majesty King Mswati III and Inkhosikati Make Zuma of the Kingdom of Eswatini, President Lai Ching-te, accompanied by Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, held bilateral talks with the king at the Presidential Office, after which they jointly witnessed the signing of the Agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters.

President Lai receives congratulations from foreign guests attending 2026 National Day celebration

2026-10-12 Office of the President

On the morning of October 10 at the Presidential Office Building, President Lai Ching-te and the First Lady, accompanied by Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, received congratulations from members of the foreign diplomatic corps and foreign organizations stationed in Taiwan, as well as guests from foreign congratulatory delegations and representatives from around the world attending the 2026 National Day Celebration of the Republic of China.

MOFA launches short film, “The Album of a Nation,” to celebrate 2026 National Day

2026-10-12 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has produced a short film entitled “The Album of a Nation” to celebrate this year’s National Day.

Taiwan holds Tier 1 in US anti-human trafficking report

2026-10-12 Taiwan Today

Taiwan maintained its Tier 1 status in the U.S. State Department 2026 Trafficking in Persons Report for the 17th year running, reflecting global recognition of government protection of human rights, the Ministry of the Interior said Oct. 9.

President Lai delivers 2026 National Day Address

2026-10-10 Office of the President

President Lai Ching-te on the morning of October 10 attended the ROC’s 115th Double Tenth National Day Celebration in the plaza fronting the Presidential Office Building, and delivered an address titled “Taiwan’s Future: A City upon a Hill, the Salt and Light of the World.”

President Lai receives credentials from new Eswatini Ambassador Vulindlela Simphiwe Kunene

2026-10-08 Office of the President

On the afternoon of October 5, President Lai Ching-te received the credentials of new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Eswatini to the Republic of China (Taiwan) Vulindlela Simphiwe Kunene.

MOFA welcomes US Reps. Boyle, Salinas, Kennedy

2026-10-08 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a banquet for Reps. Brendan Boyle, Andrea Salinas and Tim Kennedy of the U.S. House of Representatives Oct. 7 in Taipei City, offering them a warm welcome during their Oct. 6-9 trip.

MOFA welcomes Japan’s Kumamoto Gov. Kimura

2026-10-08 Taiwan Today

The Oct. 6 visit by Kumamoto Governor Takashi Kimura and Prefectural Assembly Chair Koki Uchino is sincerely welcomed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

‘Everyday Movement’ to showcase Taiwan literature across North America

2026-10-08 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture, author Gigi L. Leung (梁莉姿) and translator Jennifer Feeley will embark on their second North American tour to promote the English edition of “Everyday Movement (日常運動)” this October. The tour will feature book talks across universities, public libraries, and literary events in Irvine, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, and Toronto. It aims to connect with English-language readers and literary professionals, expand the reach of Taiwanese literature in North America, and highlight Taiwan’s vital role as a haven for free expression in the Sinophone world.

New media artist Aka Chang to be featured at Biela noc in Košice, Slovakia

2026-10-08 Ministry of Culture

New media artist Aka Chang (張方禹) has been invited to present his installation “Ring: Kosmologia” at Biela noc in Košice, Slovakia, from Oct. 9 to 11. Held at the Zvonárska Synagogue, the presentation is supported by the Ministry of Culture (MOC) and co-organized by the Cultural Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Prague. It marks the first time a Taiwanese artist has been featured at the festival.

‘Focus Taiwan’ draws crowds to Lyon’s 4th IF Illustration Festival

2026-10-08 Ministry of Culture

The 4th IF Illustration Festival in Lyon, which featured ‘Focus Taiwan’ as its inaugural country-in-focus program, concluded on Sept. 27. Co-organized by the Taiwan Cultural Center in Paris and French arts institution KIBLIND, the festival featured six Taiwanese artists and drew 13,000 visitors.

Taiwan opens representative office in Phoenix

2026-10-07 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung attended the launch of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Phoenix, Arizona, Oct. 5.

FM Lin leads trade delegation to Phoenix

2026-10-07 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung and a business delegation from Taiwan’s National Innovation and Entrepreneurship Association (NiEA) visited Phoenix, Arizona Oct. 3-5 to expand bilateral trade cooperation.

Taiwan, US stage first GCTF event in New Zealand

2026-10-06 Taiwan Today

A workshop on disaster management in the Pacific was organized by Taiwan and the U.S. under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework Sept. 29-30 in Auckland, New Zealand.

Taiwan, Australia discuss circular economy

2026-10-06 Taiwan Today

Lai Ying-ying, director general of the Ministry of Environment Resource Circulation Administration (RECA), led a delegation to Australia, underscoring government commitment to bilateral policy dialogue and industry collaboration.

NCFTA opens 2026 Asia-Pacific Traditional Arts Festival

2026-10-06 Ministry of Culture

The National Center for Traditional Arts (NCFTA) opened the 2026 Asia-Pacific Traditional Arts Festival on Oct. 3 in Yilan County. Titled “Where All Waters Meet (眾水之境),” the nine-day festival brings together performing arts groups from Taiwan, India, Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea to showcase the diverse art forms of Asia.

Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo launches Taiwanese crafts exhibition

2026-10-06 Ministry of Culture

The Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo is presenting the exhibition “Tradition into Future: Taiwanese Lifestyle Crafts That Transcend Time” from Oct. 1 to 30 in Tokyo. The exhibition features more than 40 craft works made from materials sourced in Taiwan, including bamboo, wood, rush, and banana fiber.

Taiwan, UK deepen economic, technology partnerships

2026-10-05 Taiwan Today

Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs Cynthia Kiang co-chaired the 28th UK-Taiwan Trade Talks with Minister of State in the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, Lord Sarwar Oct. 2 in London.

Italian translation of Kevin Chen’s ‘Ghost Town’ honored at Pisa Book Translation Awards

2026-10-05 Ministry of Culture

The 6th Pisa Book Translation Awards, co-organized by the Pisa Book Festival and the Department of Philology, Literature and Linguistics at the University of Pisa, were announced on Oct. 2. Silvia Pozzi, the Italian translator of Kevin Chen (陳思宏)’s novel “Ghost Town (鬼地方),” published in Italian as “Città fantasma,” received the honor.

VP Hsiao welcomes Japanese delegation from Oita prefecture

2026-10-02 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim spoke of a continued deepening of exchanges with Oita prefecture as part of the overall expansion of the partnership between Japan and Taiwan.

Foreign Minister Lin to lead business delegation to Belize and Guatemala

2026-10-02 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung will lead a business delegation to Taiwan’s Central American allies Belize and Guatemala from September 27. In Belize, Minister Lin will meet with Governor-General Froyla Tzalam, Prime Minister John Briceño, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Francis Fonseca, and other key political leaders. During his visit to Guatemala, he will meet with President Bernardo Arévalo, Minister of Foreign Affairs Carlos Ramiro Martínez, and other prominent Guatemalan officials. He will also host a reception with Minister Martínez to celebrate the 92nd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Taiwan and Guatemala and Taiwan’s 115th National Day. These activities will serve to demonstrate the steadfast ties between Taiwan and each ally.

FM Lin meets Governor-General Tzalam of Belize

2026-10-02 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung met with Belizean Governor-General Froyla Tzalam and Prime Minister John Briceño Sept. 28 in Belize during the first leg of his Central American tour.

Deputy FM Wu gives interview to Austrian media

2026-10-02 Taiwan Today

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs François Chih-chung Wu was interviewed online by Austrian media outlet Die Presse correspondent Susanna Bastaroli. In the resulting article, published Sept. 23, Wu discussed Taiwan-U.S. relations, sovereignty and international participation, the cross-strait status quo and the semiconductor industry.

Deputy FM Chen hosts American Legislative Exchange Council delegation

2026-10-02 Taiwan Today

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chen Ming-chi hosted a delegation from the American Legislative Exchange Council Sept. 30 in Taipei City to exchange views on bilateral trade and investment, energy resilience, talent cultivation and other key issues.

MOFA response to false claims made by China following summit between US President Trump and Chinese leader Xi

2026-10-01 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that following the recent summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, China has continued to distort the facts to advance its own position and claims. In particular, China’s Foreign Ministry issued a press release in which it urged the United States to “prudently handle the Taiwan issue,” “take the correct path of opposing Taiwan independence,” and “create a solid basis for strategic cooperation between China and the United States and the development of bilateral ties.”

Taiwan, Thailand deepen agricultural exchange

2026-10-01 Taiwan Today

Director General Lee Hung-hsi of the Ministry of Agriculture’s Taiwan Agricultural Research Institute led a delegation to three cities in Thailand Sept. 21-26 at the invitation of the Thailand Trade and Economic Office.

Yokohama Jazz Promenade 2026 to host Taiwan Special Stage

2026-10-01 Ministry of Culture

The Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo, in collaboration with the Yokohama Jazz Promenade 2026, will present the Taiwan Special Stage at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Building No.1 on Oct. 10.

TOKYO ATLAS International Art Exhibition to present 'Coordinates,' featuring Taiwanese artists

2026-10-01 Ministry of Culture

The Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo has partnered with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to present works by Taiwanese artists Chen Yu-wen (陳郁文) and Chen Shige (陳重穎) in the related exhibition, “Coordinates,” for the TOKYO ATLAS International Art Exhibition. This program will take place at WHAT MUSEUM in the Tennoz area from Oct. 10 to Dec. 20.

MOFA welcomes joint statement by European and Indo-Pacific nations supporting Taiwan Strait peace and stability

2026-09-30 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung greatly welcomes and appreciates a joint statement issued by Australia, France, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Poland, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom that called for Taiwan Strait peace and stability.

MOFA response to UNGA statement by Czech President Pavel that UN principles matter across Taiwan Strait

2026-09-30 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung expresses sincere appreciation to President Petr Pavel of the Czech Republic for his speech at the General Debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 23, in which he emphasized that UN principles matter across the Taiwan Strait.

9th Taiwan Film Festival Berlin to tour five German cities

2026-09-30 Ministry of Culture

The Cultural Division of the Taipei Representative Office in the Federal Republic of Germany, Impression Taiwan, and the Taiwan Film and Audiovisual Institute will jointly present the 9th Taiwan Film Festival Berlin (TFFB) from Sept. 24 to Oct. 4. Following its Berlin program, the festival will tour Munich, Frankfurt, Düsseldorf, and Dresden.

President Lai meets delegation from US Foundation for Defense of Democracies

2026-09-29 Office of the President

On the morning of September 24, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the United States-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD).

Vice President Hsiao welcomes Australian parliamentary delegation

2026-09-29 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim welcomed Slade Brockman, deputy president of the Australian Senate, and a bipartisan delegation of Australian parliamentarians Sept. 23 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City.

MOFA honors winners of Finding Taiwan short film competition

2026-09-29 Taiwan Today

Thirteen winners of the second edition of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ “FindingTaiwan_2.0: Where We Connect” international short film competition were honored Sept. 24 in Taipei City.

MOFA reiterates that UNGA Resolution 2758 makes no mention of Taiwan and cannot be used to exclude Taiwan from UN system

2026-09-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) reiterates that United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758, which consists of just 150 words, makes no mention of Taiwan. It neither states that Taiwan is part of China nor authorizes the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to represent Taiwan in the UN system. Therefore, no party can invoke this resolution to preclude Taiwan’s participation in the UN system.

President Lai receives Canadian parliamentary delegation

2026-10-15 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te welcomed a Canadian parliamentary delegation Oct. 14 at the Presidential Office in Taipei City, saying he looked forward to expanded cooperation and development opportunities.

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