TAIWAN UPDATE Taipei Representative Office in the U.K. 駐英國台北代表處新聞信 NEWSLETTER NEWSLETTER NO. 73 15 December 2006   九十五年十二月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 72 01 December 2006   九十五年十二月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 71 15 November 2006   九十五年十一月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 70 01 November 2006   九十五年十一月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 69 15 October 2006   九十五年十月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 68 01 October 2006   九十五年十月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 67 15 September 2006   九十五年九月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 66 01 September 2006   九十五年九月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 65 15 August 2006   九十五年八月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 64 01 August 2006   九十五年八月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 63 15 July 2006   九十五年七月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 62 01 July 2006   九十五年七月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 61 15 June 2006   九十五年六月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 60 01 June 2006   九十五年六月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 59 15 May 2006   九十五年五月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 58 01 May 2006   九十五年五月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 57 15 April 2006   九十五年四月份新聞信(下) NEWSLETTER NO. 56 01 April 2006   九十五年四月份新聞信(上) NEWSLETTER NO. 55 15 March 2006   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German counterparts Taiwan seeking international presence via cultural exchanges EU not expected 6o lift arms embargo against China anytime soon: MOFA Spanish Parliament urged to form Taiwan-friendship panel President hopes France will support Taiwan's WHO bid 'Window of opportunity' for cross-strait talks has opened: MAC official President tells Executive Yuan to lure back capital from China Taiwan hopes to end China tourism talks by end of 2006: MAC Chinese tourists expected to boost Taiwan's GDP: CEPD World's largest coffee museum to break ground in Taiwan Taiwan aid helps Indonesian schoolchildren regain hope 2007 a good year for sky watchers in Taiwan: CWB Website launched offering to dispatch storytellers NEWSLETTER NO. 72   01 December 2006    九十五年十二月份新聞信(上) Taiwan's envoy to APEC Summit talks about Taiwan democracy 'I have completed my assignment': Taiwan' APEC envoy US should facilitate Taiwan's international participation: USCC report New constitution should prioritise stability: President Three US-Taiwan agreements in sight: AIT director Culture parks can do for Taiwan what science parks did Taiwan tuna catch quota reinstated Central science park forecasts annual turnover of NT$170 billion Taiwan's progress on WHO bid slow due to China's obstruction Taiwan completes establishment of VBS-RTK E-GPS system British experts advise Taiwan on renewable energy Taiwan present art books to National Museums Scotland Taiwan to help WTO accomplish trade facilitation talks Taiwan to step up management of high-tech investment in China Cabinet to study feasibility of opening wider to Chinese professionals Three principles to guide China investment policy: Premier Taiwan lion dance troupe to take part in Macy's Parade World class ballet troupe invites Taiwan dancer to be supervisor NEWSLETTER NO. 71   15 November 2006    九十五年十一月份新聞信(下) President's representative vows to publicise Taiwan democracy at APEC New US House Speaker good news for Taiwan US takes President Chen's commitment seriously: State Department President: 'If found guilty in the first trial, I will step down' Taiwanese research papers second most-cited in Asia Taiwan's IOC member wins presidency of International Boxing Association Outsourced animation work in Taiwan continues to grow Global e-commerce trustmark alliance in the making Number of certified Taiwan software manufacturers to rise to 70 Taiwan's telescope in Hawaii named after former chief of Academia Sinica Taiwan doctors to offer medical service in Guatemala, Honduras Taiwan, Austria academia to sign cooperation agreement Taiwan film wins top prize at Brussels's International Film Festival Conference begins on Taiwan-France agricultural cooperation Taipei Mayor touts capital city's wireless access at Paris forum US business group welcomes Taiwan's policy on chip-making in China MAC head hopes for quicker pace on tourism talks with China Government to ensure cross-strait status quo: MAC chief Taiwan inventors capture record 35 honours at German exhibition 2006 Solar Award honours outstanding photovoltaic building designs Foreigners recount Taiwan experiences in Mandarin speech contest Campaign aims to create round-the-island hiking path NEWSLETTER NO. 70   01 November 2006    九十五年十一月份新聞信(上) Taiwan to send TSMC chairman to attend APEC summit Taiwan welcomes Rice's 'inseparable package' remarks AIT head calls for passage of robust defence budget Taiwan ranks 4th in world in US patens received in 2005 IOC member will facilitate 2008 Olympic torch relay in Taiwan Taiwan expected to post 4.11 percent economic growth for 2006 Press freedom in Taiwan ranks ahead of US and Japan: RSF report NSC to hire 18,000 overseas researchers each year Tamshui, Hualien selected for Taiwan's "Solar City Project" North Coast Scenic Area registers 90% tourist growth El Salvador president visits science park with President Chen EBRD sets up office in Taiwan 2006 Education UK Exhibition to kick off in November British conservationist visits Taiwan Conference on Taiwan-Poland economic cooperation held in Warsaw ECCT urges normalisation of cross-strait economic relations Cross-strait policy based on principle of reciprocity: Premier MAC cautious about allowing banks to invest in China Taiwanese pianist wins top prize in Austrian contest Discovery Channel to feature stories of Kaohsiung City First International Tai Chi Championship kicks off in Chiayi Taiwan to become world hub for Hakka studies NEWSLETTER NO. 69   15 October 2006    九十五年十月份新聞信(下) Full text of President Chen's 2006 National Day address Foreign dignitaries extend congratulations on Taiwan National Day ICDF protests World Bank demand for name change US Congressman supports signing of US-Taiwan FTA AMiBA telescope ready for service: Academia Sinica Hsinchu science park to be world No. 1 Defence Ministry to focus on upgrading joint operation capacity Taiwan to implement measures to draw overseas Chinese companies GIO sets up new section to promote entertainment industry Output of four rising industries to reach US$40 billion by 2009 Foreign direct investment in Taiwan to break US$10 billion Taiwan, UK reach consensus on several issues at trade talks Taiwan, UK hold conference on nanoscience Taiwan Representative Office sponsors charity concert in Edinburgh Taiwan ICT companies encouraged to invest in UK Taiwan puppet production wins hail of bravos in French Senate Premier promises review of "min three links" policy National security takes precedence over economic benefits: MAC Group promoting cross-strait tourism becomes operational Taiwan to set up two national parks on outlying islets Electronic show displays digital, wireless, green technology Long-running radio show seeks to be included in Guinness record book NEWSLETTER NO. 68   01 October 2006    九十五年十月份新聞信(上) Majority of Taiwan people opt for UN bid using 'Taiwan' as title More foreign allies voice support for Taiwan UN bid Pro-president rally staged in Taipei Executive Yuan passes US$5.83 billion budget for social welfare program Cabinet finalises plan to boost economic cooperation with Middle East Semiconductor industry to top US$53.35 billion by 2010 Nanoscience and nanotechnology suitable for development: President 2nd phase Lafayette scandal probe ends, 8 suspects indicted Taiwan, Libya forge cooperative ties to promote trade 3-year 'Long-Stay' project to attract foreign pensioners Taiwan continues to dispatch medical aid missions to Pacific NSC, German foundation sign agreement on academic exchanges Taiwan children's book to be published in France 2006 European Film Festival expands to three cities British photographer to record Penghu's beauty for the world Taiwan won't change status quo: MAC chief Taiwan imposes 204 percent anti-dumping tax on Chinese towels Ceiling on Chinese businesspeople coming to Taiwan to be raised Medical emergency flight brings injured tourists to Taiwan from China Farmer featured in documentary wins first prize for his rice Taiwan team take 2nd and 3rd at 2006 World Solar Rally Tourism Bureau employs new strategies in Taiwan tourism promotion NEWSLETTER NO. 67   15 September 2006    九十五年九月份新聞信(下) Taiwan loses 14th bid for UN participation UN violates human rights by excluding Taiwan: cabinet Taiwan mulling new strategy for UN bid Taiwan signs declaration with Pacific allies on all-around partnership Taiwan endeavours to improve e-competitiveness world ranking Premier calls for public support for CKS airport name change Gas hydrate sufficient for 60 years found off Taiwan NSC earmarks NT$300 million for biofuel research Taiwan delegation shows medical care knows no boundaries Freedom House rates Taiwan's civil liberties as 'first grade' Taiwan Festival 2006 to kick off at Brent Cross, London on September 25 President pitches for better ties with UK Taiwan asks Switzerland to return US$520 million in 'Lafayette' slush fund EU repeats plea for peaceful solution to cross-strait disputes BTCO to organise Taiwan delegation for nanotechnology forum UN urged to face Taiwan Strait crisis Taiwan lions clubs protest against China's bullying Prior negotiations precondition to China official's Taiwan visit Take the "Taiwan in the UN" quiz and enter to win a iPod French experts help protect underwater cultural assets Volunteers to help athletes in 2009 Taipei Deaflympics NEWSLETTER NO. 66   01 September 2006    九十五年九月份新聞信(上) Taiwan's membership bid posted on UN website China represents only obstacle to Taiwan's UN entry Online 'Support Taiwan's UN Bid' petition kicks off Women's group to push for Taiwan's inclusion in UN convention Sale of destroyers an example of US commitment to Taiwan: Pentagon Per capita GDP expected to top US$16,000 in 2007: DGBAS Cabinet to work to boost ICT platform industry Carrefour becomes Taiwan's No 1 hypermarket after acquiring Tesco Services industry engine of Taiwan's economic growth: CEPD Taiwan's armed forces to be cut to 275,000 by 2008 Goal to inaugurate high-speed railway in October unchanged Taiwan donates rice aid to African countries, Laos Taiwan Film Festival to be held at Riverside Studios September 14-17 Taiwan Arts Today displayed at Tate Modern 18 September Taiwan, Latvia exchange experiences in promoting democracy Taiwanese architects to present "Micro Cities" concept at Venice fair Taiwan raps China for lacking democratic culture, sportsmanship Nearly 800 missiles deployed by China against Taiwan: MND expert Government to set up 'more effective' cross-strait exchange mechanism Allowing 0.18 micron process to go to China not bad for Taiwan: TSMC New group to be set up to accelerate cross-strait tourism exchanges WHO takes Taiwan as model in helmet law implementation Internship program gives experience to overseas Taiwanese youth NEWSLETTER NO. 65   15 August 2006    九十五年八月份新聞信(下) MAC head lambastes Beijing over severance on Taiwan-Chad ties Taiwan bids for UN seat again 79% support for applying for UN membership under name of "Taiwan": poll FORMOSAT-3 begins sending weather data Taiwan's FOREX reserves amount to US$260.37 billion Tiny Kuiper Belt rocks discovered by Taiwan astronomers Business turnover of 3 high-tech parks may hit US$60 billion in 2006 Taiwan to help African countries improve banana cultivation Taiwan ranks top in terms of insurance penetration British government urged to heed parliamentary committee's advice on Taiwan Taiwan's representative office in London forms emergency response task force Passengers bound for US, UK subject to stricter security checks National Science Council to open office in Czech Republic Beijing urged to engage in dialogue with Taiwan leaders Government urged to open Taiwan's doors to Chinese postgraduates Restrictions on Chinese tourists to ease: MAC No change on 40% ceiling limit on investment in China: Premier Taiwan develops non-destructive fruit quality inspection system National Baseball Research and Development Centre established Taiwan youths are most frequent Internet users in East Asia Stationary horse-riding machines for women unveiled in Taipei NEWSLETTER NO. 64   01 August 2006    九十五年八月份新聞信(上) Key conclusions on cross-strait relations of the Conference on Sustaining Taiwan's economic development US expected to start FTA talks with Taiwan: business leader President welcomes St. Kitts & Nevis' plan to set up embassy in Taiwan US Congressmen promote exchange with Taiwan Agricultural losses from Typhoon Kaemi rise to US$5.28 million Build Taiwan into 'island of value-adding': think tanks 2007 science-technology budget estimated at NT$86 million DuPont sets up semiconductor waste research centre in Taiwan Taiwan medics return after 'medical diplomacy' mission in South Pacific Government embarks NT$5 billion to develop intelligent vehicle industry Japanese tourists tops in total nights in Taiwan Taiwan imports US$189.84 million worth of scotch whisky in 2005 Evergreen group chairman receives CBE Dance Troupe to leave for European performance tour Taiwan diplomat meets expatriates in Israel China unwilling to talk on cross-strait issues: CEPD head Government urged to relax restrictions on China investment CAL launches first direct cross-strait cargo charter flight NSC launches two new websites on Taiwan's bio-diversity Taiwan admitted to International Youth Hostel Federation 17-year-old conferred top arts, business award NEWSLETTER NO. 63   15 July 2006    九十五年七月份新聞信(下) US official expresses confidence in Taiwan's democracy President pitches for UN bid Agricultural losses from Typhoon Bilis hit US$2.98 million Taiwan needs to reciprocate international help: Premier Taiwan urges Japan to renew fishery talks Foreign minister to reinforce ties with African allies National Influenza Centre inaugurated Japan-US joint statement helps peace in Taiwan Strait: MOFA Taiwanese scientist wins 2006 Trieste science prize New 'WIRCam' installed at CFHT space observatory: Academia Sinica Academics pushing listing traditional Chinese characters world heritage Number of regular internet users in Taiwan totals 9.63 million: poll Tainan, Raanana forge sister city ties BenQ creating 'win-win' situation after acquiring Siemens' MD US won't 'co-manage' cross-strait affairs with China: US official Direct cross-strait flights urged at economic conference Taiwan grabs three golds, one bronze at World Middle School Games 'Taiwan Touch' to be broadcast on National Geography from July 1 Taiwan's largest Buddha statue being erected in Ermei township Taipei First Girl's High School marching band performs in US capital Taiwan achieves good results in 2006 Chemistry Olympiad NEWSLETTER NO. 62   01 July 2006    九十五年七月份新聞信(上) US House passes amendment to lift diplomatic restrictions on Taiwan Taiwan will continue helping African allies fight disease Taiwan, Nicaragua sign free trade agreement Legislature passes 3 major budgets totalling US$4.39 billion Urbanisation in Taiwan increases over last 15 years: DGBAS American Nuclear Society awards Taiwan scientist Greying of society in Taiwan to accelerate after 2019: CEPD Taiwan and world experts gather in US to combat avian flu Hsinchu County approves blueprint for biomedical science park Taiwan officials attend IATTC conference in South Korea West Point valedictorian honoured by Taiwan group Academia Sinica kicks off 'Taiwan Biobank' Agreements reached at annual Taiwan Britain Business Council Taiwan, UK research institutes form alliance on genetic engineering European parliamentary caucus leader visits Taiwan First Taiwan trade policy review at WTO draws to 'perfect end' Cross-strait trade policy could be expanded: Vice Premier SEF calls for cross-strait talks on protection of 'Taishang' MAC calls for more cross-strait religious exchanges Taipei certified as world's largest Wi-Fi network city NCA launches English magazine 'Fountain' Tea producers from 16 countries vie for Taiwan's awards NEWSLETTER NO. 61   15 June 2006    九十五年六月份新聞信(下) AIT chairman confident of Taiwan's democratic resilience Taiwan's forex reserves hit new high in May Taiwan expected to sign FTAs with Honduras, El Salvador this year Agricultural losses hit US$33.23 million after days of torrential rain Taipei named Intelligent Community of the year Taiwan to help APEC member countries develop signature industries AEC working to boost ratio of Taiwan's 'self-produced' energy sources Taiwan donates US$180,000 to WTO for technical assistance projects Taiwan participates in APEC exercise against avian flu Skype considers setting up product certification centre in Taiwan Taiwan's part in largest telescope project invaluable: Academia Sinica Taiwan military aircraft delivers relief goods to Indonesia King of Swaziland to visit Taiwan Four Taiwan firms make Financial Times top 500 list Vice foreign minister to serve as envoy to Spain Taiwan, China agree on cross-strait charter flight services Premier promises wide opening under 'active management' framework US welcomes progress on cross-strait charter flight services More than US$12.3 billion in business contracts signed at Computex Taiwan inventors win six gold at INPEX 2006 Taiwanese philatelists win awards at Washington 2006 Stamp Expo Taiwanese Mandarin teachers arrive in Thailand as language instructors NEWSLETTER NO. 60   01 June 2006    九十五年六月份新聞信(上) Taiwan wins support of non-diplomatic allies at WHA despite setback Exclusion of Taiwan challenges WTO ethics: Malawi minister Taiwan exclusion from WHO endangers world: Washington Times Taiwan aid tam starts operations in Indonesia President supports prosecution probe of son-in-law Taiwan-US TIFA talks end with concrete results Overseas postings as alternative to military service may be expanded DGBAS raises economic growth target to 4.31% Weng Chi-Hui to be new Academia Sinica head Deep ocean water R&D centre set to become fully operational by June 1 Production value of Taiwan's IC industry up 27.6% year-on-year Taiwan aboriginal delegation returns from UNPFII with achievements Economist speaks on Taiwan's foreign investment at OECD forum Swedish parliamentary delegation arrives for six-day visit Growing European demand triggers boom in Taiwan's orchid industry Taiwan to impose provisional anti-dumping tax on Chinese towels Taiwan economy under threat from China: National Security report US calls for direct dialogue between Taipei, Beijing First batch of Taiwan fruit shipped to China via 'mini three links' Historic monument Taipei Guest House to open to public Taiwan academic discovers new material for white-light LEDs Taiwan team wins big in Asia-Pacific Mathematical Olympiad NEWSLETTER NO. 59   15 May 2006    九十五年五月份新聞信(下) Taiwan 'staunch defender' of cross-strait peace: President Taiwan dissatisfied with US decision on president's transit: MOFA Taiwan thanks diplomatic allies for help in NUC cessation issue President reiterates call for dialogue with China International health organisation urges support for Taiwan's WHO bid Say yes to Taiwan's bid to WHO Two US Congressmen protest against unfair treatment of President Chen Taiwan, Paraguay sign joint communique on closer cooperation Taiwan to control exports of sensitive materials to Iran, N. Korea US decision on stopover request 'regrettable': President Transit decisions 'safeguard the nation's dignity': President TAITRA to hold textile, bicycle trade fairs in Vietnam Libya to be gateway for Taiwan's foray into North Africa: officials Taiwan-US relations unshaken: President Taiwan shifting attention to Middle East, Africa: analysts Taiwan, EU cooperate on grid computing against avian flu Taiwan must be on guard against China's courting of allies: official Taiwan cannot lock entire resources in China: Premier One third of Chinese people want to visit Taiwan: poll Art Taipei 2006 to open May 5 ITRI centre recognised for excellence in business incubation New drug for Pompe disease discovered by Academia Sinica Taiwan wins eight medals at Asian Physics Olympiad Taiwan's academic journals go online NEWSLETTER NO. 58   01 May 2006    九十五年五月份新聞信(上) Hu fails to ‘score’ against Taiwan on US trip: President Taiwan takes part in eight WHO specialists’ conferences since 2005 Taiwan, Philippines to strengthen police cooperation S Korea surpasses Taiwan to become China’s 2nd-largest import source China is obscure to the Taiwanese: President US Congressman urges lifting travel ban on Taiwan leaders Taiwan’s medical group in Panama to offer free treatment Bush-Hu meeting fruitless for China: Analysts Burkina Faso Prime Minister to visit Taiwan Taiwan expresses willingness to expand cooperative ties with UAE Democratic Taiwan cornerstone of Asia-Pacific security: Official 77% of Taiwan people support Taiwan-US-China talks: Poll New Taiwan envoy to EU vows to develop strategic dialogue European Parliament to hold seminar on Taiwan’s WHO bid President urges France to help Taiwan join WHO Leading European Parliament member promotes Taiwan’s WHO bid Taiwan official calls Europe’s attention to China’s rise Taiwan is a frog in China’s gradually warming pot: Scholar Taiwan flexible on opening door wider to Chinese tourists: MAC head China’s economy in quagmire of overcapacity: Scholar Democracy key issue in US-Taiwan-China ties: Minister Hsinchu’s international glass art festival draws 350,000 visitors Taiwan orchids to blend into Tulip Festival in Canada’s capital Taiwan team invents mass spectrometer for measuring cells, viruses The Wayward Cloud Preview Screening NEWSLETTER NO. 57   15 April 2006    九十五年四月份新聞信(下) Rejection of Applications Concerning the Import of Giant Pandas ROC dedicated to developing sustainable ties with pacific allies: MOFA ‘U-Taiwan’ to boost Taiwan’s GDP to over NT$16 trillion by 2010 Taiwan’s democracy a model for rest of world: US Congressman Taiwan-South Korea economic race takes new twist Taiwan wants meaningful participation in WHO: Foreign Ministry Taiwan mission to help Burkina Faso fight bird flu Marshall Islands President arrives for state visit US-Taiwan ties enduring and unshakeable: AIT director US to continue to support Taiwan’s WHO bid: ROC Rep Most people want say in determining Taiwan’s future: Poll Wide-ranging Taiwan-India commercial forum to be held in Taipei China’s rise at critical crossroads: President European academics form new association on Taiwan study Taiwanese, French scientists honoured with award in Paris European Parliament delegation visits Taiwan Taiwan under direct Chinese avian flu threat: President Kaohsiung furniture makers accuse China of dumping Any cross-strait ties possible if China gives up one-party rule: Chen Taiwan welcomes China’s new tourism opening measures: MAC Deep-sea water resources development project to commence this year Taiwan inventors win big at Geneva inventions show 2006 Hakka Tung Blossom Festival kicks off in Nantou Taiwan’s agro-biotech achievements to be showcased in Chicago NEWSLETTER NO. 56   01 April 2006    九十五年四月份新聞信(上) President asserts Taiwan’s right to join the UN Thousands take to streets to protest China’s annexation attempts Taiwan ranks 7th in networked readiness: WEF report US Congressman urges allowing high-level Taiwan officials to visit NUC cessation gives people right to decide Taiwan’s future President appeals for international support for Taiwan’s WHO bid Nankang software incubator to become leader in Asia by 2008 High-speed rail service definitely to begin in late October ‘8-inch wafer’ model to be used in screening major investments in China Recyclable energy to reach 10% of installed capacity by 2010: MOEA Taiwan looks forward to early FAT talks with US EU confirms Taiwan’s clarification on ceasing NUC’s function EU urged to support Taiwan’s WHA bid Italian human rights activist support Taiwan’s WHA bid President urges Germany to support Taiwan’s WHO bid Three links and Chinese tourism part of existing cross-strait policy: MAC Everybody loses if cross-strait conflict breaks out: US official Taiwan China’s largest source of trade deficit: WTO Contemporary short files from Taiwan to be screened at London’s Goethe Institute Taiwan high schools to open up more to foreign students TAITRA begins to accept applicants for 2006 NanoTech show NEWSLETTER NO. 55   15 March 2006    九十五年三月份新聞信(下) President Chen interviewed by Washington Post US State Department satisfied with Taiwan on NUC: Armitage Taiwan protests WTO member directory changes New constitution by 2008: President Chen US lawmakers, businesspeople support US-Taiwan FTA Taiwan's R&D spending close to industrialised nations: CEPD New AIT Taipei office director lauds Taiwan's democracy Taiwan performs better than South Korea economically: CEPD Government to invest NT$32 billion in 'life-related' technologies Taiwan's birth rate drops to new low: DGBAS Taiwan Textile Research Institute forges alliance with BASF group NUC cessation no damage to cross-strait status quo: UK envoy Acting Kaohsiung mayor arrives in London for eight-day visit President Chen urges Iceland to support Taiwan's WHO bid Taiwan-Vatican ties 'not gloomy': Foreign Affairs Minister China now has 784 missiles targeting Taiwan: MND MAC issues open letter to 'taishang' on NUC cessation Number of Taiwanese seeking jobs in China growing rapidly Oscar-winning director to be awarded honorary degree in Taiwan Yangmingshan flower festival expected to attract 1.2 million visitors 2006 International Cycle Show attracts over 33,500 buyers NEWSLETTER NO. 54   01 March 2006    九十五年三月份新聞信(上) President Chen announces national Unification Council and Guidelines to cease US response to ceasing NUC's operations 'positive, moderate': MOFA National flag to fly at half mast on Peace Memorial Day Made in Taiwan: positive global impressions associated with technological developments Philippines appreciates Taiwan's aid for landslide victims Bangladesh could be intermediary to South Asian market: TIER President: report on 228 incident promotes justice, forgiveness Taiwan performs 'brilliantly' on gender equality: DGBAS Cheng Kung University joins US research consortium Investment in Taiwan is good idea: AmCham Political leaders gather at funeral of former premier Taiwan-Chilean ties see new breakthrough Government adjusts economic growth forecast upward Ang Less wins BAFTA award for best director Taipei mayor arrives in Belgium on last leg of Europe trip German Cultural Centre exhibition begins Taiwan-US-China ties to remain unchanged in short term: scholars No cross-strait consensus struck in 1992: new AIT chairman Taiwan's trade surplus with China tops US$31.8 billion NSC offers internship program for overseas Taiwanese youths Glove puppetry selected as image of Taiwan for the world New system can deny face-covered users access to ATM 80th-generation descendant of Confucius born in Taiwan January 1st NEWSLETTER NO. 53   15 February 2006    九十五年二月份新聞信(下) Taiwan-US ties remain intact, despite President's statements Cross-strait economic integration vital for Taiwan: AmCham Chen's speech has nothing to do with status quo change Most Taiwanese favour cross-strait status quo: survey Taiwan to funnel NT$15 billion into biotech industry President approves major military reshuffle Taiwan to reduce dependence on imported oil Economists suggest government build Taiwan business zone in India Transport minister has new plans to enhance Taiwan tourism NSC technology alert list awaiting review in legislature COA to help Taiwan fruit make inroads into Middle East Eastern Europe can serve as shortcut to EU market for Taiwan: CIER Taiwan is EU's bridge to Chinese-language publishing market Air France-KLM plans direct flights from Holland to Taiwan Pork ribs from Netherlands banned from sale in Taichung China earns censure for censorship Taiwan to stand by own definition of 'status quo': MAC head China is potentially military competitor of US: US report President urges China-based Taiwan businesspeople to show solidarity Taipei book exhibition ends six-day run with record 440,000 visitors Taiwan aborigines have different ways to win the heart of valentines Parking meters in Taipei begin to use chip technology NEWSLETTER NO. 52   01 February 2006    九十五年二月份新聞信(上) President Chen: scrapping of unification guidelines considered Chen's tough stance toward China surprise US Former DPP head Su Tseng-Chang appointed as premier MOEA to open office to help Taiwan businesses invest in Latin America Chunghwa Telecom to work with Microsoft for Taiwan's e-future New foreign minister opts for 'lean and mean' diplomatic fronts Taiwanese fishing vessel hijacked by Somali rebel militia released Taiwan 5th best in world for investors: BERI Military to recruit female soldiers: MND Novartis seeks to expand cooperation with Taiwan Taiwan's TFT-LCD panel claims lion's market share Australian envoy envisions closer ties with Taiwan British envoy confident in boosting ties with Taiwan UK designers invite Taiwan enterprises to settle design centres EU welcomes charter flights between Taiwan and China EU urged to support Taiwan's WHO bid MOFA condemns Beijing for obstructing Taiwan's WHO bid Olympic torch might come to Taiwan: new CTOC chair Most Taiwanese want to maintain status quo: Legislative Yuan Speaker China shouldn't ignore DPP: Academia Sinica head Temple offers on-line service to felicity seekers Foreigners' impression of New Year holiday: ambiance has changed Music, puppet show celebrate Mozart's 250th birthday NEWSLETTER NO. 51   15 January 2006    九十五年一月份新聞信(下) President Chen's New Year Address - Democratic Taiwan: Thriving Onward Cabinet unveils measures to solidify Chen's New Year message US expects president Chen to follow 'four Nos' commitments Trade policies vital for Taiwan to avoid marginalisation MOFA redoubling efforts in Taiwan's WHO bid No military purpose in building runway on Spratly Island Legislative speaker to visit US en route to Honduras Taiwan said capable making 30% of world's chips by 2008 Taiwan TV broadcasting to enter full digital era by 2010 DPP chairman-elect vows to reinvent ruling party Ex-AIT head offers opinions on Taiwan defence President Chen receives Members of the British Parliament Taiwan could use an image boost in Great Britain: UK parliamentarian Italian parliamentarian decorated by president Taiwan awards German heavyweight in cultural sector 66% support 'proactive management' on cross-strait economy: poll COA to decide in March whether to accept China's pandas Safeguarding Taiwan interests prerequisite to opening Dialogue crucial to resolving cross-strait disputes International Public Television Screening Conference to be held in Taipei NTU produces green fluorescent pigs for medical research Young physics ambassadors in Taiwan for symposium Visa restrictions for foreign Mandarin students to be relaxed NEWSLETTER NO. 50   01 January 2006    九十五年一月份新聞信(上) 53 US Congressmen urge Rice to include Taiwan in IPAPI network WTO deal beneficial to Taiwan: Economics Minister Ho Taiwan seeks to become Asia's high-tech research centre by 2010 Taiwan succeeds in protecting Pacific tuna fishing rights Taiwan ranks among top in annual Freedom House Survey Taiwan's trade surplus expected to rise with booming exports Defence budget to be boosted to 3% of GDP by 2008: President Sovereignty is basis of Taiwanese national identity EU formula a new path for cross-strait relations Taiwan willing to talk with China under WTO MAC official calls for regular tourist visits by mainland Chinese to Kinmen New English edition of Presidential Office website debuts Taiwan to help rebuild university in tsunami-hit Ache province Taiwan tops Asia in German iF product design awards NEWSLETTER NO. 49   15 December 2005    九十四年十二月份新聞信(下) KMT wins 14, DPP 6 of 23 city/county government posts Election results signal power shift: analysts Dec 3 elections reflect deepening of Taiwan democracy: China hand Election results not necessarily indicator for 2008 vote: US scholar Legislature passes Access to Government Informational Law 'Right time' is key for Taiwan-US FTA: US official 2006 economic growth to hit 4.25%: Academia Sinica Taiwan sends mission to Sao Tome and Principe to fight cholera WCPFC vetoes Japanese proposal to cut Taiwan's tuna quota Taiwan ranked 4th in US patent approval for 2004 President reiterates administration's core values IT industry urged to reduce digital divide in Taiwan Taiwan to build airport in Spratly Islands President Chen urges EU not to lift arms ban against China Taiwan, Swiss institutes sign MOU on microtechnology cooperation 2005 European Film Festival held in Taipei No major changes to China policy following elections setback: MAC Taiwan welcomes talks with China on direct air transport links Taiwanese to lose citizenship if registering residence in China: MAC Taipei Arena expected to be a new 'soul-nourishing hub' in Taipei Six Taiwan celebrities to be featured in Discovery Channel program NEWSLETTER NO. 48   01 December 2005    九十四年十二月份新聞信(上) US president cites Taiwan's freedom, democracy and prosperity Bush's talk on Taiwan democracy 'significant': Presidential Office Taiwan per capita GDP to exceed US$15,000 in 2005 Over 60% say Taiwan is sovereign state in five-nation survey More than 13 million voters eligible to vote in Dec 3 elections World tuna group resolves to cut Taiwan's annual catch limit Chen officiates opening of free trade zone in Taichung harbor Taiwan has world's 3rd-highest installation density for solar heaters IFJ urged to support Taiwan President vows to get to bottom of Lafayette scandal Taiwan notebooks to account for 90% of world supply in 2009 COA defends once again Taiwan's image on bird flu UK officials promise to give further explanation on bird flu matter New German leader opposed to lifting EU arms sales ban on China European Parliament urges EU not to lift arms embargo Taiwan grateful for Dutch Parliament support for WHO bid Cross-strait charter flights for Lunar New Year holiday unveiled Taiwan APEC envoy exchanges greetings with Chinese President Washington wants to see more Beijing-Taipei dialogue: White House Chinese Taipei grab 2 gold, 2 silver at World Cyber Game Taiwan's edge in tourism lies in friendly people and delicious food National Geographic Channel to broadcast documentary on Taiwan NEWSLETTER NO. 47   15 November 2005    九十四年十一月份新聞信(下) Envoy to APEC vows to be a bridge at APEC summit Taiwan to tighten bird flue-response should H5N1 affect humans President, premier, ruling party gearing up for year-end elections Taiwan economy increasingly becoming service-based: CEPD President regrets boycott of US arms procurement by opposition Taiwan-donated medical goods airlifted to Pakistan Outlook of digital content industry promising: CEPD Council to push for UN accession for Hakka NGO Taiwan pharmaceutical exports jump by 126 percent in 1st half of year Taiwan succeeds in helping Thailand bust cross-border drug ring Taiwan to issue first-ever national security report after elections MOI unveils criteria to evaluate naturalisation applications Taiwan-US to cooperate in avian flu vaccine development Taiwan's importance in global economic system underestimated: Le Monde Taiwan's interactions with WHO said to have gradually matured Taiwan World Trade Center to open in Barcelona Roche in initial talks with Taiwan on Tamiflu production Washington should revise 'one China' policy: US commentator MAC agrees to de-link New Year cross-strait charter flights Cross-strait exchanges should be reviewed at next EDAC Taiwan wins 12 gold medals in East Asia Games Taiwan social worker wins top NGO award for children's welfare Record number of countries taking part in Taipei Travel Fair Most Taiwan students want to pursue advanced studies in US, China NEWSLETTER NO. 46   01 November 2005    九十四年十一月份新聞信(上) Taiwan has technology to produce Tamiflu: DOH Taiwan to earmark NT$20 billion for bird flu prevention Coast guard tightening boarder controls against bird flu Second-phase reform aimed at mega-mergers, competitiveness Negotiations to be held on national communications commission bill MOEA signs cooperative pact to promote WiMAX technology Taiwan doesn't have to declare independence: former president Taiwan Medical Peace Corps gives up relief trip to Pakistan South Korea urged not to succumb to china's pressure Taiwan servers diplomatic ties with Senegal Taiwan's notebook output seen to top US$9 billion in Q4 Taiwan ranks 3rd in Asia in business environment RFID testing facilities to boost Taiwan's competitiveness Taiwan expects to cooperate with Britain in bird flu battle: Envoy Taiwan envoy regrets British official's remarks on bird flu Switzerland to offer Taiwan judicial aid in Lafayette scandal probes NSC vice chairman sees a bright future for Taiwan-EU cooperation Opening to Chinese tourists a government policy: MAC MOFA urges China to enhance transparency in avian flu prevention Trail-blazer of Taiwan's atomic science dies International Healthy Cities Conference opens in Taipei NEWSLETTER NO. 45   15 October 2005    九十四年十月份新聞信(下) President reaffirms commitment to clean government and reforms Leaders from various countries join Taiwan to celebrate National Day DPP rallied against opposition-initiated bill on China issue Taiwan still has room to expand relations with other nations Arms procurement package blocked for 31st time in legislature Hon Hai's September revenue rewrites earnings record HoTaiwan to help with relief operations after earthquake in South Asia Taiwan rescue team not allowed to fly from Bangkok to Pakistan Japanese expert unveils draft of 'Japan-Taiwan Relations Act' Expatriates gather at Google headquarters to uphold Taiwan's sovereignty President to name Legislative speaker to attend APEC summit meeting EU think tank to sponsor two seminars on cross-strait ties and EU role Barrier to Taiwan-Swiss judicial aid removed Taiwan Medical Association inks agreement with Estonian counterpart Pentagon's policy toward Taiwan remains unchanged MAC head lashes out at opposition-proposed cross-strait bill China's Tourism Bureau to send delegation to visit Taiwan this month Cross-strait air links impossible before 2006: MAC chairman China fears for passage of Taiwan Affairs Act by Canada Parliament Taiwan flies world's fist typhoon drone through typhoon Longwang Government scholarships offered for 713 foreign students this year Taiwan writer-choreographer selected as Time magazine 'Asian Hero' Most Taiwan students want to pursue advanced studies in US, China NEWSLETTER NO. 44   01 October 2005    九十四年十月份新聞信(上) President Chen departs for official visit to Central America Chen unveils new project for co-prosperity with allies President Chen in UAE for unprecedented stopover Ten foreign leaders speaks for Taiwan in UN Japan formally informs Taiwan of permanent visa waiver MOFA signs cooperative pact with Mercy Corps on aid to Iraq MND: Taiwan seek to reciprocity in arms deals with US Taiwan's trade facilitation mechanism proposal greeted warmly in WTO Taiwan ranked 1st in Asia for growth competitiveness by WEF official Taiwan-EU ties progressing steadily Taiwan, France renew agreement on cultural exchanges Respect for Taiwan's sovereignty basis for cross-strait talks US emphasises importance for resolving differences peacefully Taiwan must meet challenges brought by China's economic rise NTD-RMB conversion to begin in Kinmen, Matsu from Oct 3 2005 Taiwan Business Alliance Forum held in Taipei Taiwanese company develops world's largest TV panel Taiwan charity groups extending humanitarian relief to Cambodians NEWSLETTER NO. 43   15 September 2005    九十四年九月份新聞信(下) President extends sympathies to US over hurricane Katrina disaster President Chen will meet with Jeb Bush during transit stop in US Taiwan donates US$2 million to US for hurricane relief Taiwan to host first Asian solid-state circuits conference Tokyo governor arrives in Taipei to discuss ANMC 21 Taiwan-Japan relations expected to grow after Koizumi’s landslide win US suggests Taiwan raise defence budget to 3.5% of GDP: Paper Taiwan cannot operate normally without UN membership: Envoy Taiwan welcomes international community to discuss Taiwan issue Cross-strait issue also a world issue: ROC envoy to EU Human rights issue to cast shadow over EU-China relations: Envoy President urges France to support Taiwan’s UN bid ROC to adopt ‘parallel relationship policy’ in relations with France MAC welcomes China’s permission for overflights by Taiwan carriers Official calls for normalization of financial ties with China Taiwan the most vulnerable democracy to ‘asymmetrical threats’: Chen First London “Taiwan Festival” to be held Tainan County to have Asia’s largest museum park Taiwan makes another breakthrough in animal cloning Taiwanese products frequent winners of major world design awards Taiwan bids to host international Olympic committee session in 2009 NEWSLETTER NO. 42   01 September 2005    九十四年九月份新聞信(上) Taiwan-India cooperation said strong enough to tap world market Four Taiwan communities gain safety accreditation from WHO Taiwan makes 3 contributions to Asia-Pacific region through APEC role Arms procurement aims to beef up defence, not arms race: President Authorities vow to protect human rights of foreign labourers Taiwan must decide on arms purchase on its own: US Defence Secretary President Chen urges KMT to abandon "One China" mythology UN bid publicity focuses on Taiwan Strait peace: GIO ROC-Central America summit scheduled for Sept 26 Nearly 10,000 rally in Taichung to support CPC renunciations War in Iraq gravely affects Taiwan-France ties: outgoing Envoy Taiwan to become observer at OECD steel committee Taiwan-China talks on charter links likely: MAC Russia-China military exercise a pretext to suppress Taiwan: Envoy China is not rising peacefully: ROC foreign minister Government cool to China's incentives to Taiwanese students 18th Asian International Stamp Exhibition to open in Taipei Taiwan grabs over 100 medals in Asian Stamp Exhibition Taiwan succeeds in cloning 'economic animal': COA Ancient Chinese anti-cancer formula to be clinically tested in Taiwan NEWSLETTER NO. 41   15 August 2005    九十四年八月份新聞信(下) Taiwan Guatemala ink free trade agreement Penghu to be opened for direct cross-strait shipping: Premier Japan, Taiwan agree in assessment of China’s military strength Premier calls for approval of arms procurement budget Premier: political parties should withdraw from mass media US willing to help Taiwan attend WHO meetings Taiwan not to lift US beef import ban in a rush: DOH Government to develop renewable energy to protect environment Japan’s political turmoil will not affect Taipei-Tokyo ties: Envoy Plan for setting up ‘Taiwan parks’ in India, Eastern Europe in the works President looking forward to transit stops in Australia DPU to promote democracy, peace and prosperity: Vice President Lu MOEA to help companies implement EU’s environmental regulations Taiwan, China can learn from European integration: President Chen 150 Taiwan firms to participate in Berlin consumer electronics show No peace treaty, no fly-over right for Chinese planes: Premier Hsieh Two local Chinese newspapers may post journalists in Taiwan: MAC Taiwan funds major driving force in Chinese export sector: report Taiwan festival to delight Londoners 8000 people invited to join ‘Hunger 30’ in Kaohsiung Aug 13 Taipei MRT set to welcome 2 billionth passenger Education ministry pushes for ‘Freedom of Hairstyle’ for students NEWSLETTER NO. 40   01 August 2005    九十四年八月份新聞信(上) U.S. House of Representatives support for U.S. visits by Taiwan leaders Taipei mayor elected new Kuomingtang leader Agricultural losses from typhoon Haitang top NT$4 billion Japan newspaper hails Taiwan's desire to host Olympics 15th round of Taiwan-Japan fishery talks opens in Tokyo Taiwan calls for international talks over overlapping economic zones Taiwan seeking to join more OECD committees Science and technology budget for 2006 amounts to NT$77.38 billion Taiwan should have same rights like other APEC members Taiwan should pay heed to less-developed countries: African mission 'Constitutional re-engineering office' to be established on August 1st Taiwan to donate 600,000 doses of flu vaccine to Vietnam Kaohsiung mayor welcomes world athletes to Taiwan in 2009 China finally accepts Taiwan's designation name to WTO Taiwan delegation to attend WTO General Council meeting in Geneva China has 650-730 missiles targeting Taiwan: Pentagon report President goes soft on 'active opening, effective management' Technology protection core issue in farm talks: Premier Hsieh Chinese general's nuclear threat "irresponsible": Australian PM Taiwan scientists succeed in producing medical eggs Taiwan students win two gold medals in Chemistry Olympiad Taiwan scientists use algae extracts against bird flu NEWSLETTER NO. 38   01 July 2005    九十四年七月份新聞信(上) Premier calls for calm over fishery disputes Preparatory meeting for Taiwan-Japan fishery talks set for July 12 Floods claim 13 lives, cause over US$59.71 million in losses Senior navy officer calls for country's support for national defence Taiwan industrial institute opens incubation centre in Silicon Valley Future enterprises should be eco-friendly Taiwan has world's sixth-best science education Taiwan re-imposes ban on US beef Vice president departs for Palau for official visit Intellectual Property Academy established China behind WTO directory changes to Taiwan: Foreign Ministry President calls for support for arms procurement, volunteer military EBRD to set up office in Taipei UK market a great opportunity for Taiwanese fruits and flowers Taiwan trade delegation holds introduction party in Tel Aviv Only a democratic China can ensure cross-strait peace Next three years prime time for talks with China: SEF chief Taiwan's investment in China decreases sharply International Student Identity Card and EasyCard to be combined Eden launches aid program to help foreign spouses keep kids in Taiwan Taiwan achieves good results at Asian Pacific Mathematical Olympiad NEWSLETTER NO. 37   15 June 2005    九十四年六月份新聞信(下) National Assembly passes constitutional amendment package Special Report: The significance of Taiwan's constitutional reform President: constitutional amendments set stage for further reform Southern Taiwan ravaged by torrential rain American Chamber of Commerce supports US-Taiwan FTA Taiwan ranks fifth in BERI's investment climate evaluation for 2005 Japan urged to negotiate with Taiwan on overlapping economic zones Taiwan to raise renewable energy generation ratio to 10% by 2010 Academia Sinica forecasts Taiwan's GDP growth at 3.74% Legislative group to visit European Parliament US urges Europe not to lift arms embargo against China Siemens factory workers concerned about BenQ's recent acquisition Bush reaffirms stance on peaceful solution to Taiwan issue China's fixed policy on Taiwan precludes talks for now: MAC MOFA condemns China's attempt to shorten UN mandate in Haiti China using every means to block Taiwan's entry into OAS Taiwan wins seven medals in WorldSkills competition Foreign students of Chinese language to get boost with new website Tiny Hakka village blessed with 67 couples with 60 years of marriage NEWSLETTER NO. 36   01 June 2005    九十四年六月份新聞信(上) China's goodwill toward Taiwan goes down the drain Taiwan thanks allies for support despite failure of WHA bid National Assembly election firms up Chen's position: US Daily Taiwan expresses thanks for inclusion of universal application in the IHR Public consensus must precede constitutional reform Interior Ministry to stick to fingerprint policy for new ID cards ITRI incubator centre named as best of its kind in Asia Taiwan to sponsor 3,000 children in disaster-hit Nias Island President advocates 'new Taiwan identity' as basis of rapprochement Taiwan-US free trade pact crucial to Asia-Pacific peace National Assembly delegates sworn in ISHR supports Taiwan reporters' right to cover WHA news European Parliament members arrive in Taiwan for visit Taiwan science and technology officials visit Israel Cultural affairs chief presents awards to French research teams Chen proposes resumption of cross-strait talks based on 1992 meeting China should drop 'zero-sum' game mindset Ilan forest becomes world's largest subtropical field research site Chinese language ability a must for ROC citizenship Taiwan wins 2nd place in Asian championship baseball tournament NEWSLETTER NO. 35   15 May 2005    九十四年五月份新聞信(下) President hails National Assembly election as victory for Taiwan World Medical Association continues to support Taiwan on WHA bid President leaves for visit to three South Pacific states DPP firm on promise of constitutional reform Taiwan membership in WHO would benefit the world: DOH head Taiwan actively working to consolidate forces of support for WHA bid China-WHO memorandum on Taiwan unreasonable IFJ urges UN to safeguard Taiwan journalists' right to work Taiwan steps up publicity for WHO bid EU attitude on Taiwan's WHA bid moving in positive direction European business group praises Taiwan's improved investment climate Presidential office again denies so-called '1992 consensus' EU urges China to engage in dialogue with Taiwan's ruling party Taiwan wins seven medals at Asian Physics Olympiad Six people chosen to represent Taiwan in Discovery channel NEWSLETTER NO. 34   01 May 2005    九十四年五月份新聞信(上) President expects to meet KMT chief when he returns from China Taiwan has spent US$87.8 million on post-tsunami relief aid Taiwan appreciates US support for its WHO bid Taiwan medical groups to provide free services in Dominican Republic Taiwan donates US$1 million to global fund to fight three devastating diseases Taiwan's WHO bid to make real progress Hsinchu industrial park's export hit US$15 billion in 2004 Taiwan to become world's largest display panel supplier Beijing's 'one country, two systems' formula pointless President Chen to depart for South Pacific visit May 1 European Parliament recommends maintaining arms embargo on China E.U. support critical to Taiwan's WHO bid China urged to make action before EU arms sales can be lifted Taiwan-Britain Business Council meeting to be held in Taipei Europe concerned about China visits by Lien, Soong Direct dialogue best way to solve cross-strait problems Opinions mixed in Taiwan on KMT chairman's' China visit: poll Asian international stamp exhibition kicks of in Taipei Austronesian-speaking people originated from Taiwan NEWSLETTER NO. 33   April    九十四年四月份新聞信 President returns home after attending Pope's funeral in Vatican Million-person 326 march ends peacefully President Chen joins Bush, Hu Jintao in Time Magazine's 100 list U.S. remains supportive of Taiwan's WHO bid Taiwan moves up two notches in information technology report Phasing out nuclear power in 10 years 'impossible': Economics minister International publicity campaign ready for Taiwan's WHA bid Taiwan ranks third in knowledge economy development in Asia U.S. expresses concern about KMT delegation's China visit National Science Council to increase international cooperation DOH head actively drums up support Taiwan's WHA bid E.U. rules will pressure Taiwan electronics equipment-makers Taiwan expats in Britain demonstrates at PRC embassy German foreign minister opposes lifting of E.U. arms sales ban Britain hopes to lure investments from Taiwan U.S. House resolution expresses grave concern about new Beijing law Go slow with direct cross-strait transportation links Government wants coordination from all parties on China policy Taiwan willing to return to talk with China based on 1992 framework Taiwan shines at World Paralympics Table Tennis Tournament Nearly two out of 100 Taiwan school children born of mixed marriages Taiwan to bid for hosting 20th Wrold Orchid Conference in 2011 Number of travellers visiting Taiwan hits record high GIO holds English website design competition to promote Taiwan's WHO entry NEWSLETTER NO. 32   March    九十四年三月份新聞信 MAC's press release in response to China's "Anti-Separation Law" Taiwanese worldwide observes 228 Peace Memorial Day Taiwan will increase self-defence capability: President MOFA welcomes inclusion of Taiwan in U.S.-Japan security statement Alliance to be formed to organise one million people rally Taiwan per capita GNP, GDP expected to hit new highs for 2005 Clinton praises Chen for his courage in meeting with PFP head 12 Taiwan IT products enjoy No.1 share in world market MOFA regrets China's attempt to block Taiwan's IHR inclusion Police identifies suspect in president's shooting Taiwan pulling its weight in cutting Ozone-depleting agent Taiwan businesspeople in the U.K. urged to help Taiwan's development E.U. lawmaker to table motion against China's Anti-Secession Law Rights of diplomats in Switzerland remain intact Minister woos British investment in Taiwan bank's privatisation Cross-strait security counts on U.S. adherence and allies' support President on cross-strait policy: 'reconciliation, but no concession' U.S. Pacific commander calls Anti-Secession Law 'disconcerting' Legislative Yuan to pass resolution against Anti-Secession Law China's military buildup could tilt cross-strait balance: CIA head Taiwanese film-maker wins award at Berlin Film Festival Taiwan to bid for hosting 20th Wrold Orchid Conference in 2011 ITRI inks cooperative accord with Netherlands's research organisation Taiwan group taking part in U.N. commission on status of women session NEWSLETTER NO. 31   February    九十四年二月份新聞信 Rise of Taiwan identity differs from pro-independence Premier unveils ideal of cooperation, coexistence Indonesia expresses gratitude to Taiwan for aid to tsunami victims World peace should be based on freedom and democracy Taiwan ranks fifth in wealth of developing countries ratings Mandatory military service to be shortened to 18 months Taiwan removed from USTR's special 301 priority watch list Government aims to create extensive mobile communications by 2008 Mission-oriented national assembly may be elected May 14 Taiwan should have reliable defence forece 2005 ESI ranking unfair to Taiwan: CEPD Taipei Representative Office in London celebrates lunar New Year MOFA welcomes E.U. to play bigger role in cross-strait issues U.S. stance against removal of arms embargo on china unchanged Taiwanese-European medical group to assist Taiwan's WHO bid German minister's cancellation of scheduled Taiwan visit criticised Cross-Strait lunar New Year charter flights kick off U.S. house resolution urges E.U. not to lift arms embargo against China China needs new approach to break cross-strait impasse: MAC U.S. Congressmen voice opposition to anti-succession law Deaflympics wraps up in Melbourne with Taiwan winning 16 medals GIO offers funds for documenting prominent Taiwan figures Academia Sinica produces digital time/space environments 'Taipedia' web site launched to document Taiwan's development NEWSLETTER NO. 30   January    九十四年一月份新聞信 The day after tomorrow: 10,000 hopes Taiwan offers US$60 million in relief aid to tsunami-hit countries President to visit nations in South Pacific Taiwan ranks 27th in global economic freedom forum President promises political reconciliation in new year address KMT, PFP leaders lose case to annul presidential election Taiwan expected to be global leader in microchip foundries by 2006 Small enterprises are Taiwan's biggest employers Taiwan to inject large funds in nanotechnology projects U.S. expresses condolences on SEF chairman's death Former ROC president arrives in Japan Taiwan Representative to Britain arrives in London to assume post The EU should assist Taiwan in safeguarding the islands of democracy Taiwan security draw's Germany's attention Taiwan made ad hoc observer of OECD trade committee U.S. reiterates support for special resolution of cross-strait issues Taiwan, Mainland China should hold peace talks 'Anti-Secession Law' aimed at making excuse for invading Taiwan 58% want referendum as hedge against Anti-Secession Law Many foreign Chinese-language students prefer Taiwan to China Taiwan carrier China Airline float wins international trophy at rose parade Taiwan lecturer to be cited by French food authorities Widow of late President Chiang Ching-kuo dies GButterfly orchid boutique to open at CKS international airport NEWSLETTER NO. 29   December    九十三年十二月份新聞信 US glad to see successful elections in Taiwan: State department Opposition 'pan-blue alliance' maintains slim majority in legislature President Chen resigns as DPP chairman Taiwan to participate in OECD peer review on competition law in 2006 Economics Ministry assesses impact of Mainland-ASEAN FTA on Taiwan Premier officiates ground-breaking for Science Park in Yunlin S&P report is based on insufficient knowledge of Taiwan: CEPD GIO unveils new measures to revitalise moribund movie industry Lin Yuan group is Taiwan's largest business in 2003 Taipei will have priority right ot host 2006 Asian Cities Conference Taiwan, Japan urged to enhance security cooperation ROC Representative to the UK departs with high praise MAC head explains Taiwan's mainland policy in Europe US Congressmen urge EU to keep China arms embargo French, Taiwanese scientists to jointly detect quakes in east Taiwan Lenovo-IBM deal shakes up Taiwan computer makers Taipei-Beijing, Taipei-Washington ties unchanged after elections Cross-Strait currency settlement system under assessment: CBC Beijing's ubiquitous suppression steadily alienates Taiwan Government to set up new radio network to serve foreigners in Taiwan Taiwan to launch crafts year with William Morris exhibition Taiwan international documentary festival opens in Taipei Taiwanese author's children's book makes New York Times top 10 Governement unveils new scholarship program for overseas study NEWSLETTER NO. 28   November    九十三年十一月份新聞信 Taiwan has support to join sub-group of World Health Organisations Taiwan to launch publicity campaign at APEC summit Taiwan supports establishment of Asia-Pacific free trade Taiwan needs new constitution Premier lists Taiwan's accomplishment in foreign trade and investments Taiwan's economic growth could hit 6% for the year Taiwan fourth least-corrupt country in Asia: TI report Taiwan world's 15th-largest exporter: WTO ROC is an independent sovereignty Defence upgrading prerequisite to maintaining status quo Taiwan enjoys leadership role in government IT infrastructure: IDC Taiwan hails German parliament's support for China arms embargo ECCT to seek E.U. backing for Taiwan WHO bid: CEPD Taiwan and Belgium sign agreement to avoid double taxation First Taiwanese literature seminar in France opens November 2 Beijing blocks Taiwan's proposal at WHO's SPS committee U.S. welcomes Chen's statement at NSC meeting Rules on entry of mainland professionals to be further eased MAC head offers four ways to defuse Cross-Strait tensions U.S. expert recommends dual restraints approach towards Taiwan issue Peaceful Cross-Strait ties in U.S. interests: U.S. Scholar Tourist arrivals up by nearly 40 percent in nine months Taiwanese studying overseas fell by 22.1 percent in 2003 Taiwan-produced Lao Tsu tea wins award at Paris food fair Yangmingshan most popular national park in Taiwan NEWSLETTER NO. 27   October    九十三年十月份新聞信 U.S. Welcomes Chen's Peace Overture to Beijing in National Day Speech No Cheap Options for National Defense ROC Embassies, Representative Offices Celebrate National Day Taiwan's GDP 17th-Largest in World in 2002: DGBAS Taiwan to have at least seven free trade harbor zones by 2008 Taiwan ranks first in global E-government survey Taiwan clothing industry faces challenge in world market MND to focus on voluntary military service "Served by Taiwan" will be nation's new logo U.N. urged to stop 'Political Apartheid' against Taiwan President advocates Cross-Strait 'code of conduct' ROC Double Ten national day celebrated in the U.K. 20th Taiwan-Sweden Economic Cooperation Conference held in Taipei Taiwan-Germany Economic Cooperation Confab opens in Taipei European Parliament urged to ask Beijing to abandon option of force EU urged to pass law modeled on Taiwan Relations Act Chen calls for reopening of cross-strait dialogue based on 92 talks Mainland China to have military edge over Taiwan in 2006: MND No major changes in Beijing's Taiwan policy foreseen: MAC head President calls for cross-strait talks on "Three-Links" President confers medals on Paralympics gold medalists Taiwan TV anchorwoman elected to head World Body of Women Journalists Research unit unveils AMOLED technology Taiwan ranks 1st in Asia in terms of women participation in politics Masters degree holds edge out bachelor graduates in workplace NEWSLETTER NO. 26   September    九十三年九月份新聞信 President to hold teleconference to highlight Taiwan's U.N. bid Eye-catching posters grace Manhattan streets for Taiwan's U.N. bid First lady heads Taiwan team to Paralympics games in Athens President decorates Olympic gold medalists Revised constitutional proposals passed to downsize legislature Economic growth rate could top 6% President returns from Central America Premier returns after fruitful diplomatic tour Texas Republicans call for recognition of Taiwan Taiwan Nano-related production to top NT$300 billion by 2008 Taiwan, E.U. keen on further cooperation British Parliamentarian moves to support Taiwan's Bid for WHO access President pitches for closer Taiwan-Britain ties New Taiwan representative to attend annual Taiwan-E.U. conference Taiwan women's association in Europe established Beijing's unification law unacceptable to international community Halt to military exercise a goodwill gesture Democracy can create durable cross-strait peace Taiwan hopes to dissuade E.U. from lifting arms ban against China World junior baseball championship opens in Taipei Education minister promotes Taiwan scholarship program National Taiwan University tops all universities in Taiwan, H.K. and Mainland China Hsinchu science park seals cooperation deal with U.S. counterparts President receives winners of two International Cyber Affairs Government sets sights on fostering world-class designers by 2010 Taiwan's artists need more international exposure NEWSLETTER NO. 25   August    九十三年八月份新聞信 Taiwan to use Athens Olympics as vehicle to promote its image 2004 Democratic Pacific Assembly held August 13-15 in Taipei New investment in first 7 months totals US$19.5 billion President Chen to attend Panama's presidential inauguration Taiwan third-largest holder of foreign exchange reserves Taiwan accelerates corporate governance reform Premier Yu leaves for 3-country Central American tour Taiwan to hold Asia-Pacific meeting of world student organisation Kaohsiung to host Federation of Asian Photographic Art congress Taiwan - US relations more stable US congressmen introduce resolution on visits by Taiwan officials Government to invest over US$58 million over 5 years to upgrade textile sector President presents flag to Taiwan Olympic athletes Editorial: Sporting Spirit Taiwan wants to rejoin UN President vows to build a 'human rights' nation French parliamentarian voices support for Taiwan Taiwan backs WTO draft framework for global trade talks Taipei band vies with the world's best in Bournemouth Magistrate of Tainan County visits the UK Beijing urged not to suppress Taiwan over Olympic ads International journalists group condemns Beijing President reaffirms no change in cross-strait policy President Chen calls for permanent peace with mainland China Cross-strait dialogue should not be conducted under military threat Beijing's new unification law to lose policy flexibility Survey on Cross-Strait relations available online Prehistoric moulding technology discovered in Taiwan Night markets emerge as Taiwan's top tourist attraction World rover scouts attend 'exploration trip' on Taiwan culture Taiwan's National Park Series (3): Yangmingshan National Park Taiwanese cinema in Edinburgh Taiwan runner wins 'Super-marathon' in Chile NEWSLETTER NO. 24   July    九十三年七月份新聞信 President Initiates independent inquiry to probe March 19 shooting Premier Yu to visit Dominican Republic Kaohsiung City to host eighth World Games in 2009 ROC Foreign Minister welcomes US House's friendly resolution on relations with Taiwan US President Bush signs bill supporting Taiwan's WHO bid Defense Minister explains need for costly US arms purchase Premier: Taiwan should increase self-defense capability President working to strengthen foreign relations Taiwan's economy showing signs of over-heating Premier reaffirms commitment to financial reform President orders all-out post-disaster relief, rehabilitation Executive Yuan sets aside NT$15.2 billion for disaster relief UK Taiwanese join relief effort UK House of Lords debate on UK-Taiwan relations Taiwan invited to attend G-10 group ministerial meeting Taiwan's ties with Vatican remain stable Taiwan Representative visits Lord Mayor of Canterbury Delegates of Taiwan's Legislative Yuan visit the UK ICG president urged more international space for Taiwan UK-Taiwan trade grows in 2004 Taiwan is open on issues of cross-strait talks MAC chief issues call for peace framework to end cross-strait rift Students from 9 countries attend Zen camp in southern Taiwan Taiwan driver wins championship in Asian Formula Renault Challenge Taiwan's ITRI Creativity Laboratory inaugurated Taiwan's National Park Series: Yushan National Park Upcoming Events Taiwan youth hostel system launched NEWSLETTER NO. 23   June    九十三年六月份新聞信 Premier Outlined Four Major Administrative Tasks Taiwan Securities Market Regulations to be Further Liberalised Inaugural Speech Welcomed At Home, Abroad U.S. Supports Taiwan's Bid for OAS Observer Status Taiwan's 8th Bid for WHO Entry Noticed While U.S. and Japan Voted in Favour Taiwan Provides Model of Government Role in Economic Development Taiwan's ROCSAT-2 Satellite Successfully Launched Taiwan's Major Military Procurement Aimed At Self-Defence Vice President Proposes New Mode For Cooperation With El Salvador Salvadoran President-Elect Vows to Back Taiwan's International Presence VP Lu Conferred Human Rights Medal in Costa Rica ROC Pays Tribute to Reagan in San Francisco Presidential Inauguration Reception Held in London Foreign Minister Chen Scheduled to Visit Europe in July Dr. Tien Bestowed Decoration to Ex-Chairman of the Board of AVRDC for Excellent Contribution President Calls on European Union to Support Taiwan's WHO Bid Beijing Military Build-Up Destabilizing 'One China' Cannot Be Precondition for Talks with Mainland: Premier 2004 Taipei International Dragon Boat Race Championship to Begin Taiwan Delegation the Biggest Winner in INPEX Taiwan Forms Research Centre at University of California at Berkerley Taiwan's National Park Series (1): Kenting National Park Architectural Work to be Exhibited in Venice Debuts in Tainan Taiwan Invents Chip to Examine for SARS Su Tian-Shui Grants NEWSLETTER NO. 22   May    九十三年五月份新聞信 All Parties Expected to Accept Recount Result Improving U.S. - Taiwan Relations a Top Priority MOEA Aiming At Creating Taiwan's Third NT$1 Trillion Industry Taiwan 2004 Competitiveness Moving Up: IMD Taiwan Happy to be Praised by Reporters Sans Frontieres Taiwan Vows to Improve IPR Protection President to Flesh Out New Constitution Plan in Inaugural Speech At Least 15 Foreign Heads of State to Attend May 20 Inauguration Health Minister Presents Reasons for Taiwan's WHO Bid Health Minister to Lead Lobby Group to WHA Annual Meeting U.S. Senate Passes Bill in Support of Taiwan's WHA Bid Taiwan's Bid to be A Highlight of WHA Meeting Inaugural European Association Taiwan Studies Conference Held in London MOFA to Build Cooperation Framework With EU Members Taiwan to Join EU-Sponsored SARS Research Programs Trade Promotion Mission Eyeing Eastern European Market Chen to Work for Establishment of Cross-Strait Interactive Mechanism MAC to Monitor Impact of Beijing's Economy-Cooling Measures Taiwan Pianists Win At International Competition Toast of the Nation Taiwan Chef Wins Best Chef Award ITRI and Taiwan Advanced Optical Storage Alliance Develops FVD Specification New Series! Taiwan's National Parks Upcoming Events - Taiwan Studies Programme, Asian Studies Centre, St. Antony's College, University of Oxford Upcoming Events - LSE Taiwan Cultural Research Programme: the London-Taiwan Summer Workshop WIN Free Tickets to See David Darling and The Bunun Singers in London NEWSLETTER NO. 21   April    九十三年四月份新聞信 Pragmatism and Dignity Central to Taiwan's WHO Bid Australian Senator to Make Motion to Support Taiwan's WHO Bid No Need For Taiwan to Declare Independence: Ex-President Lee U.S. Approves Sales of Long-Range Early Warning Radar to Taiwan Taiwan Grants Trade Preference to 50 Less-Developed Nations Legislative Yuan Passes New Law Regulating Campaign Contributions Taiwan Textile Industry to be Boosted by Lifting of Global Quotas New Interior Minister Vows Full Devotion to Job President Chen Shui-Bian Wins Re-Election with Tenacity Taiwan's Election Disputes Should be Resolved by Law Chen Calls for Calm and Peace After Election Prosecutor Confident of Solving Election-Eve Shooting Case President Chen Comments to BBC on Referendum Both Referendum Questions Failed to Cross Threshold for Validity Referendum Act Will be Revised Officials Encourage Manufacturers to Explore European Market Legislative Delegation Leaves for Europe to Promote WHO Bid Sixth Annual Meeting of The Taiwan-Britain Business Council (TBBC) to be Held in London Deputy Taiwan Representative Opened Social Event Organised by Taiwanese Student Society Taiwan-China Relations at Turning Point Taiwan's People Reject Threat of Intervention from Mainland China Taiwan-Made Notebook PCs to Hold 70 Percent of World Output in 2004 Taiwan Company, ITRI Developing Platinum Anti-Cancer Drug Taiwan's Girl's Volleyball Team Wins Championship in World Volleyball Cup David Darling and The Bunun Singers to Delight British Audience The 9th Tatun Art Exhibition Invite Submission of Art Pieces NEWSLETTER NO. 20   March    九十三年三月份新聞信 Taiwan will Purchase Anti-Missile Systems Premier Lures U.S. High-Tech Investments TDC Starts Mission to Boost Taiwan's Competitiveness President Chen has Assumed Chairmanship of Asian Democratic Organisation Partial Volunteer Military to be Gradually Implemented Legislature will be Downsized by Half Latest WHO Bid Gets Support in Washington UK MPs Uphold Taiwan's Bid to WHO Taiwan's Referendum Q&A Over 1.5 Million Link Hands for Taiwan Police Officers to Patrol Polling Stations Peter Kent Visits Taiwan for 100th Time Taiwan to Join Advisory Centre on WTO Law Taiwan Representative Dr. Hung-mao Tien Addresses Liberal International British Group Orang-utan Sent to UK Under Cooperation Programme Early Day Motion 354 on PRC's Missile Threats PRC Military Threat has not Lessened Over Past Four Years Mainland China Emerges as Taiwan's Top Trading Partner Taiwan Displays Success in IT and Biotechnology Year of Monkey E-Card Available for Download Foreign Ministry Offers Scholarship for Foreign Students "Enchanting Taiwan" Captures the Many Splendors of Taiwan Third Cross-Strait Workshop on Nano Science and Technology Call for Children's Art for the 35th World Schoolchildren's Art Exhibition in Taipei NEWSLETTER NO. 19   February    九十三年二月份新聞信 Taiwan to Win Worldwide Respect with Referendum Taiwan's GDP Growth to Reach 4.81 Percent in 2004 Department of Health to Hold Meeting on Avian Flu Prevention Southern Taiwan Science Park Sets Production Value of £4 Billion Taiwan High-Speed Railway to be Inaugurated as Scheduled 'One Million Hand-In-Hand' Program to Signify Ethnic Harmony £1.6 Billion to be Earmarked for Farmer's Compensation President Calls for People to Build Anti-Virus Network Presidential Election 2004 Presidential Race Will Only Have Two Candidates Views from the Opposition: Opposition KMT-PFP Presidential Ticket Continues to Offer Beef 'Pan-Green' and 'Pan-Blue' in Neck and Neck Race MOFA Laments Chirac's Comments on Taiwan Referendum Plan London Press Club Celebrates the Year of the Monkey Taiwan Britain Business Council Ready to Kick Off Annual Meeting Taiwan, Holy See Maintain Good Relations Chen Calls For Cross-Strait 'Peaceful Interaction' Accord U.S. Favours Continuing Ban on Arms Sales to Mainland China Local Chipmakers Could Outpace Industry Third Group of 'English Schweitzers' to Teach in Remote Areas of Taiwan Mei Chiang Folk Dance Company Delighted Audiences in the UK Seminar Update Dr. Tien Gave Lecture at Cambridge NEWSLETTER NO. 18   January    九十三年一月份新聞信 Premier Sent in Year-End Economic Results Taiwan's Competitiveness Has Risen Since Chen Came to Power: VP Lu Mori's Visit Highlights Importance of Japan-Taiwan Ties DPP Resolves to Halve Number of Legislative Seats GDP to Enjoy 5 Percent Growth: CEPD Chairman 2004 Seen as Prosperous for Information Industry Taiwan's Referendum Draws International Attention Taiwan to Send 'Referendum Missions' to Europe and Southeast Asia Washington's Stance on Taiwan's Referendum Unchanged: U.S. Official Taiwan-US Relations a Challenge British Delegations Visit Taiwan Taiwan, France Sign Cooperative Pact on Curtailing Cartels Taiwan Actively Preparing to Deal with Possible Trade Disputes in WTO E.U. to Continue Mainland Arms Sale Ban Mainland Citizens Welcome to Make Sightseeing Trips to Taiwan Taiwan Investments in Mainland China Total £44 Billion Beijing Urged to Contribute to Cross-Strait Peace Beijing's 'Soft' Approach Cannot Hide Missiles Targeting Taiwan Taiwan Hopeful of Playing Leadership Role in Digital TV Industry Iran's Foreign Minister Meets Taiwan Rescue Team to Express Gratitude SOAS Taiwan Studies Seminars Puppet Theatre to Delight British Audiences NEWSLETTER NO. 17   December    九十二年十二月份新聞信 President Bush Supports Taiwan's Bid to Join the WHO Yu Calls for Scholarships for Foreigners to Study in Taiwan Premier Unveils NT$500 Billion for Public Development Project Premier Urges Support for 5-Year Construction Project Economic Research Organisations Upwardly Adjust Growth Forecasts Taiwan Ranks High in Global Development Index ROCSAT-2 Leaves Taiwan for U.S. for Launch in January Taiwan Ranked 2nd in Asia in Political Rights World Should Not Accept China's Missile Threat Against Taiwan Wen Vague On Beijing's "Respect" to Taiwan Democracy Beijing Twisting Taiwan's Referendum Plan Premier Urges U.S. to Recognize Mainland China As Source of Tension Taiwan Representative Visits King's College London to Open the Taiwanese Student Workshop Taiwan Hosted Int'l Forum inside UN Geneva Headquarters European Association of Taiwan Studies Inaugural Conference Call For Papers London Taiwan Annual Workshop Cabinet Eyes Cross-Strait Flights for New Year Incoming Mainland Chinese Spouses Now Subject to Interviews Academic Sinica Aids US Reach Toward Space Taiwan Leads World in Mobile Phone Users as Percentage of Population New Series! A Guide to Taipei Street Snacks Part II Taiwan Flower Expo 2004 NEWSLETTER NO. 16   November    九十二年十一月份新聞信 Strong British Presence at Taiwan Business Alliance Conference Taiwan Vows to be a Regional Business Hub British Investment Update WEF Ranks Taiwan Fifth in Terms of Competitiveness MOFA Reaffirms ROC Sovereignty Over South China Sea President Chen's Visit to United States Mutual Trust is Reason For Chen's Diplomatic Success U.S. Treatment of President Chen Highlights Solid Bilateral Ties Madame Chiang Kai-shek's Memorial Service in London Taiwanese Companies Attend ITMA 2003 Taiwan Textile Federation Hosted Exhibition in England Dr. Tien Emphasised Taiwan's Role to Eton College Students Taiwanese Travel Agents Brought Festivities to the World Travel Market Announcement of Taipei Educational and Cultural Centre Grant Awardees 2003 EU Reiterates Peaceful Resolution of Cross-Strait Issue Taiwan Should Avoid Being Sucked into China Market Cross-Strait Financial Cooperation Must be Equitable Chinese Taipei Baseball Team Secure Place in 2004 Olympic Games New Series! A Guide to Taipei Street Snacks Part I NEWSLETTER NO. 15   October    九十二年十月份新聞信 More Allies Voice Support for Taiwan's U.N. Bid President to Take Chairmanship at Asian Democratic Organization Sixth Asia-Pacific ITS Forum Opens in Taipei Premier Wants Gradual Shift to Volunteer Military Taiwan Links up to World's First LHC Computing Grid Project Top Economic Adviser to Leave For U.S. to Drum Up Support for FTA New Constitution Crucial for Democracy, says Chen U.S. Gives Initial Response to Chen's Call for New Constitution New Military Supply Bureau Inaugurated October 1 U.S. Administration Urged to Strongly Support Taiwan's WHO bid Dr. Tien Vows to Further Strengthen Relations between Taiwan and UK 36 British Business Executives Will Fly to Taipei to Explore Investment Opportunities in Taiwan Taiwan's Minister of Health Visited and Exchanged Views with UK Counterparts TAIWAN MOTOR RACING TEAM WINS 2003 BRITISH GT CHAMPIONSHIP Taiwanese Professionals in the U.K. to Learn from U.K. Creativity Taiwan Willing to Help Promote Mainland China's Democrotisation Talks on Revised Draft Cross-Strait Statute Achieve Breakthrough Taipei Citizens Under 18 Will Be Banned from Chewing Betelnuts African 'Elephant Man' to Receive 'Face-Off' Surgery in Taiwan World Vision Taiwan Helps Take Care of Children in Mongolia Taiwan Film Wins Prize At Chicago International Film Festival Three lucky winners of the reader's survey draw NEWSLETTER NO. 14   September    九十二年九月份新聞信 New Version of ROC Passport Formally Issued Taiwan People May Get US$516 More in Per Capita GNP Next Year Taiwan's Economy Returns to Stability: Government Report Taiwan's Economy Should be Globalised: President Chen Government Promoting Digital Content Industry 22 Nations to Participate in Democratic Pacific Assembly: VP Overseas Taiwan-Funded Companies Should be Allowed to Invest in TSE Taiwan Newspapers Reenter Mainland China The Impact of Cross-Strait "Direct Transportation" GSK Planning to Set Up Vaccine R&D Center in Taiwan EVA to Set Up a Cargo Center in Brussels Taiwan Visitors to the UK Cultural Activities Between the UK and Taiwan Tax Refunds for Foreign Tourists to Begin in October President Chen Affirms Success of VP Lu's Recent Overseas Trip More multinationals establish regional R&D centers in Taiwan Taiwan Car Accessory-Makers making Inroad into Russian Market A Sea with a View Chinese Taipei Grabs Another Silver at World University Games Experiment Using Planes to Detect Typhoon Information Successful Taiwan Tops World in Cell Phone Ownership Rate NEWSLETTER NO. 13   August    九十二年八月份新聞信 Economic Recovery Raises Public Support for Chen Economics Minister to Head ROC Delegation to WTO Conference in Caucun Diplomatic Allies of ROC Ask U.N. to Discuss Taiwan's Admission Premier Wins 58 Percent Public Support: Survey President Affirms Executive Yuan's Budget for Next Year Taiwan to Launch Activities to Rekindle Tourism US Warns of Increasing China Threat Taiwan's Mainland China-Bound Exports to Continue to Soar: MOEA First Lady Returns from European Excursion Taiwan and Slovakia to Open Trade Offices British Railway Mission to Visit Taiwan in Search of Opportunities New EU Office Chief Discusses Agenda Netherlands Trade Office Head Visits Tainan Taiwan Human Rights Delegation Meets Foreign Experts in Geneva Taiwan-Eastern Europe Trade Up Alaskan Completes Around-The-Island Cycling Journey of Taiwan Taiwan Wins More Medals at World Police and Fire Games Taiwan to Organise Asia-Pacific NGO Forum in October NTU Professor Develops Low-Cholesterol Egg NEWSLETTER NO. 12   July    九十二年七月份新聞信 MAC Urges Local People to Avoid Immediate Travel to Mainland China DOH Minister Holds Two-Way Talks with Counterparts at APEC Meeting President to Unveil National Human Rights Action Guidelines Beijing blamed for blocking ROC participation in women's summit Planned anti-subversion law could split Hong Kong society Taiwan to become Chinese people's only beacon of hope DPP to push for referendum on various public issues Draft bills for reform more urgent than referendum law Premier says referendums are basic human right Political manipulation of referendum issue might backfire London-based human-rights group Amnesty International issues report Economics Minister Woos European Investors European Chamber of Commerce urged Taiwan to loose restrictions Taiwan Strengthen Academic Cooperation with LSE Taipei-Washington communication channel operating smoothly WHO promises to post health experts in Taiwan Taiwanese Schweitzer's Hopes to Return to Africa Taiwan offers Mandarin opportunities Tibetan lama in Limbo in Taiwan over military service requirement Virologist to Assume Post of Academia Sinica Vice President NEWSLETTER NO. 11   June    九十二年六月份新聞信 ROC Minister Attended APEC meeting in Thailand President wants All-Out Efforts to defend equal rights at WTO President defends policy of raising public debt for construction Nominees for Council of Grand Justice unveiled No goodwill response from Beijing to Taipei Cross strait relations will continue to be stalled U.S congressmen extended congratulatiosn on third anniversary Taiwan improves educational links with the UK Highlights of Chen's three years in office Debate on Taiwan-UK relations at Westminster Taiwan boosts ties with European Week 2003 National Palace Museum artworks to be shown in Germany Treasures of the Son of Heaven FPG's new expansion move aims at world market Taiwan-donated relief goods shipped to Iraq Investment willingness in Taiwan unaffected by SARS Dragon Boat Fetsival held in the center of Taipei World Heritage in Taiwan Taiwan captures 26 percent of the Asia-Pacific on-lin games market Taiwan's econmic growth rate keeps at 3 percent NEWSLETTER NO. 10   May    九十二年五月份新聞信 Government to try to maintain 3 percent economic growth President urges European representatives to support Taiwan's WHO bid Harsher Copyright legislation proposed Legislators call for stern measures against ill-managed holding companies Draft of human rights basic law expected by June Funds released for Harpoon missile cache Beijing urged to show sincerity to fight SARS SARS concerns lead Teco to suspend China Investment President calls for unity on SARS Measures to control SARS paying off Taipei hosts international meeting to talk about SARS, WHO entry Taiwan - Northern Ireland relations strengthened Taiwan and the EBRD further business relations UK envoy lobbies for goverment contracts BBC programs discuss SARS in Taiwan Foreign Businessmen on bringing R&D Business to Taiwan Scientists unveil new laser tools Taiwan family bikes around the world Happiness vs. Competitveness - Has school become any less stressful? Helps arrives for battered tourism sector. NEWSLETTER NO. 9   April    九十二年四月份新聞信 Executive Yuan Convens Emergency Response Meeting Regarding the War between the United States and Iraq President Opens Ketagalan Academy to Foster Democratic Values Cabinet plans conference to discuss nuclear-fee nation Chen praises reforms of state-run firms Taiwan has lived under shadow of war for too long: President Taiwan Carrier Allowed to Fly over Mainland China during War with Iraq Who is missing in WHO? Resolution adopted at the Scandinavian Conference on Taiwan The Fifth Joint Meeting of Taiwan-Britain Business Council convened in Taipei World Health Day at the House of Commons Taiwan Plans All-Out Campaign for WHO Bid Visa-free entry to be extended to 30 days: Mofa Taiwan promises to help in Iraqi postwar reconstruction: U.S Official NT$150m. donation in relief for Iraqis Phillips to strengthen Startegic Alliances in Taiwan Taiwan, a kingdom of butterflies Rowboats find gentle streams in Taiwan 34th World Schoolchildren's Art Exhibition NEWSLETTER NO. 8   March    九十二年三月份新聞信 Economic Growth Rate to Reach 3.5 Percent: Premier Yu Government to encourage firms to build own brand names President Chen advocates Nuclear-Free Korean Peninsula Mainland China Unconcerned with Human Rights: Vice President Top Academic Optimistic about Cross-Strait Ties 2002 Report on Human Rights Practices in Mainland China Belgium urges EU to back ROC Get ready to battle money launderers, UK expert cautions German Institute Director Sees Similarities to Germany in Taiwan Working at the Biological Border between Micron and Nanometer Restrictions Relaxed on Overseas Investment by Domestic Insurance Firms Taipei's Elephant to be included in Guinness Book of Records Ecological Travel: A Breath of Mountain Air - Yangmingshan Mongolia's Taipei Office Begins Operations 1st Taiwan International Piano Competition (TIPC) NEWSLETTER NO. 7   February    九十二年二月份新聞信 President reaffirms commitment to providing better life for people A Challengin mission and Resolute Pogress - Excerpt from Remarks by Premier Yu Shyi-kun at the International Press Conference Marking the First Anniversary of his Inauguration Gov't to watch closely looming Iraq War: Finance Minister is confident Taiwan soliciting support for WHO bid Japanese economist's predictions on the future of Taiwan SEF denies blaming China for charter flight's low sales 'Mini' links extended for another year Taiwanese Investments in the United KIngdom - The Current Status January 15, 2003 NSC to Swap Scientists with Scotland's Royal Society of Edinburgh Lu urges South Afirca not to oppose UN membership for Taiwan Foreign Investors record net-buy of NT$23 b. inshares in January Foreign banks in Taiwan perform better in 2002 than in 2001 English TV channel to air in coming months Cyberdoctor on Call Made in Taiwan: A season of Taiwanese Film, Talks and Theatre The Royal Society of Edinburgh - Invitation for Study Visits to Taiwan NEWSLETTER NO. 6   January    九十二年一月份新聞信 President Chen outlines goals for upcoming year Military Streamline Plan to come into force in 2004 Cabinet Touts stimulus plan Tsai-Ing wen discusses cross-strait ties Less than half of Taiwan companies in China are profitable: vice premier Hong Kong is a poor precedent 'Mini link' extended for another year Taiwan's Sampo Corp. acquires German Grundig Group President Chen meets with British Scholar Barry Rider Taiwan moves to open door wider to foreign English teachers Rights group reports on ROC progress World research effort decoded rice genome Taiwan's foreign currency reserves top US$161 billion in December Number of tourist arrivals in Tawian last year up 4.17 percent Tourism Bureau hoping to attract 2.8 million tourists this year The Penghu Green Turtle Conservation Centre Hualian selected as most poular county for tourists Learning from Mom and Dad with Homeschooling Cautionary idios and tribal customs accompany approach of ram year NEWSLETTER NO. 5   December    九十一年十二月份新聞信 Ruling party wins in Kaohsiung but loses in Taipei Cabinet considers ways to combat AIDS Nuclear-free Taiwan must wait TRI projects 2003 economic growth at 3.42 percent Envoy urges China to interact with Taiwan through WTO framework 'Mini links' fueling cross-strait crime: report Taiwan-China trade up 35 percent in first nine months European parliament headquaters hosts Taiwan exhibit Government approves draft for expanding trade ties with E.U President Chen calls for support for Taiwan's WHO bid Siemens establishes European Business Centre in Taipei Taiwan No.3 in world for growth prospects Taiwan scores in Chinese gaming market Tarako marathon attracts thousands of tourists German museums to display works from National Palace Museum High-Speed trains to redraw close-island trouble NEWSLETTER NO. 4   November    九十一年十一月份新聞信 CAL seen buying from both Boeing and Airbus Taiwan plans fair to promote tourism Examining the Nature of Cross-strait Relations US report denounces China, prises Taiwan for religious freedoms President receives delegation from European Parliament Premier stresses importance of friendship with European Union States EU stake in peaceful resolution Taiwanese enjoys revival among foreign students Export orders show continued signs of improvement Palliative care slow to gain acceptance NEWSLETTER NO. 3   October    九十一年十月份新聞信 Taiwan takes on biotechnology industry Crowd overwhelm Wu in Washington Dr. Tien urges peaceful solution across the Taiwan Straits Foreign Ministry welcomes EU resolution NEWSLETTER NO. 2   September    九十一年九月份新聞信 Vice president calls "Jakarta trip a success" Taiwan to sponsor APEC seminar in 2004 Taiwan promotes Asia-Pacific democracy NEWSLETTER NO. 1   August    九十一年八月份新聞信 "One country on each side" international scrutiny ROC knowledge industries approach EU scale EU resolution praises democratic Taiwan