German Trade Office Taipei (AHK Taiwan)

🩺 Reminder: Taiwanese-German Conference on Healthcare Applications 📅 May 20, 2025 | 📍 Illume Taipei | ⏰ 09:30–16:00 (registration: 9:00–9:30)   Don’t miss your chance to join us for a full-day conference focused on the latest trends in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology. Hear insights from the GHA - German Health Alliance, Taiwan Bio Industry Organization (Taiwan BIO), and five pioneering German healthcare companies: BioMed X Institute, HWI pharma services (HWI group), PRIMACYT Cell Culture Technology GmbH, Rohde KG, and Sensoplast Packmitteltechnik GmbH.   🗣️ After the presentations, enjoy a complimentary networking lunch and connect directly with company representatives and industry peers. 📌 Participation is free – and spots are nearly full! When registering, you can also sign up for exclusive one-on-one B2B meetings with the German companies (May 21–23).   🔗 For more details and registration, check the link in the comments. 🩺 提醒您：臺德醫療應用交流研討會 即將展開 📅 2025年5月20日（週二） | 📍 台北茹曦酒店 Illume Taipei | ⏰ 09:30–16:00（報到時間：09:00–09:30）   千萬別錯過這場聚焦醫藥與生技產業最新趨勢的一日研討會！來自德國健康聯盟（German Health Alliance）、台灣生物產業協會，以及五家創新德國醫療企業的專家將帶來精彩演講。 🔹 BioMed X GmbH（藥物研發） 🔹 HWI pharma services GmbH（藥品分析與法規支援） 🔹 Primacyt Cell Culture Technology GmbH（肝細胞研究與醫材檢測） 🔹 Rohde KG（醫療空間用塗料） 🔹 Sensoplast Packmitteltechnik GmbH（精密藥用包裝）   🗣️ 活動結束後，敬邀您共襄午餐交流時光，與德國企業代表及臺灣業界同仁進一步互動。 📌 活動免費參加，目前報名名額已接近額滿！ 報名時亦可選擇參加5月21日至23日舉行的德國企業一對一B2B洽談會，探索合作機會。   🔗 詳情與報名請見留言中的連結。   #PartnerInTaiwan #HealthcareConference #GermanCompanies #PharmaceuticalInnovation #Biotech #PharmaIndustry #Networking #B2BMeetings

IFA 2025 – Early Bird Tickets Are Now Available!   From September 5 to 9, IFA 2025 will once again be hosted in Berlin, Germany. It is Europe’s largest consumer electronics trade show. This year, IFA will feature 11 major exhibition zones, centered around the latest digital technologies, including 5G IoT devices, smart home applications, and the most anticipated innovations in AI and IoT. Leading global brands from various sectors will showcase their newest products, drawing professional buyers and visitors from over 100 countries worldwide.   According to IFA 2024, last year’s event attracted 1,800 exhibitors from 138 countries, with nearly 215,000 visitors and 133,000 professional buyers in attendance. These figures reinforce IFA’s reputation as a premier platform for building international business partnerships and it’s also a golden opportunity for companies seeking to expand globally.   IFA 2025 early bird tickets are now on sale! Building on last year’s success, IFA 2025 is even more highly anticipated. Visitors interested in attending can find ticket information via our website until May 9. The German Trade Office also offers exclusive discount codes – please contact Mr. Pin-Chao Huang (huang.pinchao@taiwan.ahk.de/ +886-2-7735-7529) for more details. We hope to meet up with you at IFA 2025 and explore the latest technology together! More info via the link in the comments. IFA 2025 – 早鳥門票現正熱售中   2025年9月5日至9日，德國柏林將舉辦歐洲規模最大的消費性電子展——IFA 2025。IFA 2025共規劃11大展區，以最新數位科技產品為核心主軸，涵蓋5G物聯網設備、智慧家居應用、以及最受矚目的AI人工智慧與IoT創新技術。來自各領域的頂尖品牌將於展中發表最新產品，預計將吸引來自全球上百個國家的國際參觀者與專業買家共襄盛舉。   根據IFA 2024展後數據，該展會去年共吸引了來自全球138個國家的1,800家展商參展，現場更迎來近21.5萬名觀眾及13.3萬名專業買家， 因此，這些數據再次證明 IFA 作為全球頂尖國際商業合作平台的地位，更是企業拓展全球市場不可錯過的重要機會。   IFA 2025早鳥門票現已開賣！延續去年的亮眼成績，今年展會更加備受期待，若您有意前往參觀IFA 2025，5月9日前到德經處官網獲得購票資訊。此外，德經處亦提供專屬購票優惠代碼，如欲取得更多優惠資訊，歡迎連絡我處同事黃品超先生 (huang.pinchao@taiwan.ahk.de/ 02-7735-7529)。 我們期待在IFA 2025與您相見，一同探索最新科技的發展趨勢！ 更多資訊請見留言處連結。   #IFA2025 #TechInnovation #ConsumerElectronics #TradeShow #PartnerInTaiwan

📥 Out now: Read the latest edition of our newsletter “#InfoBrief Taiwan”! This week’s highlights: 🔹 German Riesling Night 2025 – Don’t miss your chance to register for this exclusive wine & networking event in June! 🔹 Taiwanese-German Conference on Healthcare Applications – Coming up on May 20, still open for registration! 🔹 Business Alliance Highlight – igus presents sustainable innovations in motion plastics at Hannover Messe 🔹 New GTAI Article – Taiwan’s ports are modernizing: maritime logistics and business opportunities Link in the comments ⬇️

We are delighted to invite you to an evening of fine wine, great company, and gourmet cuisine at our German Riesling Night, featuring selections from the esteemed Peter Mertes winery.   Join us at Guang Yi In Time Restaurant, an elegant indoor-outdoor venue nestled in the heart of the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. Enjoy the gentle summer breeze as you savor exquisite Riesling wines from Peter Mertes, one of Germany’s most respected wine estates, accompanied by a delicious gourmet buffet crafted to complement the tasting.   📅 June 12, 2025 🕕 18:00 – 21:00 📍 Guang Yi In Time Restaurant 光一一個時間 📫 Address: No. 133, Guangfu S Rd., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City (in the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, the green building next to the Eco Pond)  💰 NT$2,500 (including VAT, price includes dinner as well as soft drinks and a free flow of Peter Mertes wine)   👉 For more information and registration, please visit our website (link in the comments). 我們誠摯地邀請您參加 #德國麗絲玲之夜， 與我們共度一個品味葡萄美酒、享受美食佳餚與愉悅時光的美好夜晚。本次活動將與德國頂尖釀酒廠彼得美德(Peter Mertes) 合作，提供該酒莊的精選麗絲玲佳釀。   讓我們一同在座落於松山文創園區【光一一個時間】室內外餐廳，伴隨徐徐夏夜微風，細細品味來自彼得美德酒莊的經典麗絲玲葡萄酒，搭配精心設計、完美襯托酒香的自助餐，盡享一場味覺與感官的盛宴。   📅 2025年6月12日 🕕 18:00 – 21:00 📍光一一個時間餐廳 📫 地址：台北市信義區光復南路133號（松山文創園區生態池旁綠色建築） 💰 NT$2,500元 （費用含稅並包含晚餐、軟性飲料及彼得美德葡萄酒暢飲）   👉更多資訊及相關規定，請參考我們的活動網站（連結請參考第一則評論）   #PartnerInTaiwan #GermanWine #PeterMertes #RieslingNight #WineTastingTaipei #BusinessNetworking  

🎉 Grand Opening in Hsinchu!   On April 27, we were honored to attend the grand opening of United Optical’s new flagship store in Hsinchu — a key milestone in the ongoing partnership between United Optical and ZEISS.   Our Chief Representative Dr. Eva Langerbeck joined the celebration alongside Mr. Yu Chun-Yi (Owner of United Optical), Mr. Peng Tat Cheong (Head of Taiwan, Vision Care HK & Macau), Mr. Ethan Chou (Head of VIS), and Mr. Rene Junker (ZEISS HQ, Head of Business Development & Strategy).   The store features two full sets of ZEISS vision testing equipment, a dedicated myopia management zone, and a ZEISS Frames Shop-in-Shop — a clear commitment to innovation and premium quality in vision care.   As one of Taiwan’s fastest-growing tech hubs, Hsinchu is the perfect place to offer cutting-edge optical services.   Congratulations to United Optical and ZEISS on this important achievement — we look forward to more shared success in the field of precision optics! 👓🎊 🎉 新竹旗艦店盛大開幕！   我們於 4 月 27 日很榮幸出席聯合眼鏡全新旗艦店的開幕典禮，這是聯合眼鏡與Zeiss合作的重要里程碑。   德國經濟辦事處首席代表暨處長蘭依樺博士與 聯合眼鏡創辦人余俊毅先生、ZEISS 台灣暨港澳視光業務負責人章平達先生、VIS 部門負責人周信成先生，以及 ZEISS 亞太區商業發展與策略主管 Rene Junker 先生共同出席。   新門市配備兩套完整的蔡司全套配鏡設備、近視管理專區以及 ZEISS 鏡框專區（Shop-in-Shop），展現了對品質與創新的堅持與承諾。   新竹作為台灣成長最快的高科技城市之一，是提供高品質配鏡服務的理想地點。   再次恭喜聯合眼鏡與 ZEISS 開創這一重要新頁！我們期待雙方在精密光學領域的持續合作與發展 👓🎊   #PartnerInTaiwan #ZEISS #UnitedOptical #PrecisionOptics #GermanTaiwanBusiness #VisionCare #HsinchuEvents #SmartHealth #PartnershipSuccess

Happy Labor Day! 🛠️ Please note that our office will be closed on May 1 and 2 for the holiday. Wishing everyone a relaxing break! 勞動節快樂！🛠️ 德經處於5月1日（星期四）及5月2日（星期五）暫停辦公。 祝大家有個輕鬆的假期！   #LaborDay #OfficeNotice

Authentic German Flavor at BACKHAUS! 🥨 Over the weekend, Dr. Eva Langerbeck, Chief Representative of the German Trade Office Taipei, visited BACKHAUS German Bakery in Zhubei, Hsinchu! Every year at our Christmas Market, BACKHAUS brings festive favorites like the König Ludwig Stollen and authentic German breads to Taiwan. Dedicated to traditional German baking methods and a philosophy of health and purity, BACKHAUS offers many staples of daily life in Germany, including: ✔️ The hearty König Ludwig Dinkelbrot made from Spelt ✔️ The crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside König Ludwig Krusti ✔️ The fragrant and fluffy König Ludwig Semmel ✔️ And, of course, the classic German Brezel, a must-try for any bread lover! German breads are known for their natural ingredients, low fat and sugar content, and their rich, aromatic flavor. Next time you're in Zhubei, drop by BACKHAUS and discover real German baking! 在竹北遇見德國家鄉味 🥨 上週末，德經處處長蘭依樺博士（Dr. Eva Langerbeck）特別造訪了位於新竹竹北的 BACKHAUS 德式烘焙坊！ 每年在德經處的聖誕市集，BACKHAUS 都會帶來節慶必備的經典甜點──König Ludwig 史多倫，以及各式各樣地道的德國麵包，讓台灣民眾也能感受到濃濃的節日氛圍。 BACKHAUS 堅持以德國傳統工法和健康純粹的理念，製作每一款麵包。這裡可以找到許多德國日常中不可或缺的經典滋味，包括： ✔️ 使用古麥製成、口感紮實的 國王古麥麵包（Dinkelbrot） ✔️ 外酥內嫩、適合搭配各式餐點的 國王鄉村麵包（Krusti） ✔️ 麥香撲鼻、鬆軟可口的 國王餐包（Semmel） ✔️ 還有德國餐桌上不可或缺的經典──鹼水扭結麵包（Brezel） 德國麵包以其天然食材、低油低糖、注重麥香與口感聞名。下次來到竹北，別忘了順道拜訪 BACKHAUS，感受一趟道地的德國麵包之旅！ #BACKHAUS #GermanBread #ChristmasMarket #TasteOfGermanyInTaiwan

DMEA 2025 Wrap-Up – Spotlight on AI and Digital Health Innovation 🤖📲    AI, electronic health records, and interoperability were the hottest topics at DMEA 2025 (DMEA - Connecting Digital Health), which concluded with record-breaking 20,500 participants, 900 exhibitors, and 470+ speakers across three dynamic days.    Taiwan was proudly represented by six exhibitors during DMEA 2025– Onyx, IntelliGen (Anatomy Cloud Co., Ltd), FaceHeart, ModernSolid (Modernsolid Industrial Co., Ltd.) , GoDEX International and Taiwan Trade Center (TAITRA Global (Taiwan External Trade Development Council)) – showcasing smart healthcare solutions. A highlight: , IntelliGen (AnatomyCloud) impressed the visitors on-site during the Press Breakfast on siteand off-site by Ernst-von-Bergmann Klinikum (Klinikum Ernst von Bergmann) with hands-on demonstration with immersive 3D Anatomy Clod AI Imaging Systems.     We were also honored to welcome Dr. Chien-Chang Lee from the Taiwan Ministry of Health and Welfare, who delivered insights over Taiwan’s Digital Healthcare landscape, the 3 national level AI Centers establishments, alongside counterparts from Sweden, Finland, and the Netherlands.     Besides DMEA, we also facilitated our business and ministry delegates for visit at the Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI), EvB Klinikum Potsdam, and the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG) to explore Germany’s healthcare value chain and digital policy framework, fostering exchange on potential areas of collaboration.    🙏 A sincere thank you to Lukas Gärtner (IHK Potsdam), Julia Pietsch (GTAI), HPI, EvB, BMG, and the DMEA team for the warm welcome and support. We look forward to further strengthening partnerships between Taiwan and Germany in the healthcare sector.    📅 DMEA 2026 will take place from April 21–23, 2026 – registration opens April 29. Interested in exhibiting or visiting? Contact Mr. Pin-Chao Huang (huang.pinchao@taiwan.ahk.de) for details. More information via the link in the comments.    #DMEA #DigitalHealth #SmartHealthcare #DigitalHealthTech #InternationalCooperation #ErnstvonBergmann #AnatomyCloud #IHKPotsdam

📥 Out now: Read the latest edition of our newsletter “#InfoBrief Taiwan”!   This week’s highlights: 🔹 German Riesling Night 2025 – Join us for a delightful evening of wine tasting and networking 🔹 Taiwanese-German Conference on Healthcare Applications – Registration still open! 🔹 Trade Fair Highlight: Moulding Expo 2025 🔹 New GTAI Article – Challenges and opportunities for Taiwan’s bicycle industry   Link in the comments ⬇️

🤝 Strengthening Germany–Taiwan Cooperation in Education & Innovation 🌐 Last Thursday, our Chief Representative & Executive Director, Dr. Eva Langerbeck, together with Dr. Josef Goldberger from the Saxon Science Liaison Office Taiwan, had the pleasure of visiting Taiwan’s Ministry of Education (MOE). 🙏We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Deputy Minister Dr. Ping-Cheng Yeh (Ping-Cheng (Benson) Yeh) the dedicated teams from the Department of International and Cross-Strait Education (DICE) and the Department of Information and Technology Education (DITE) for the warm reception and insightful exchange. 💡Our discussion centered on bilateral exchange in digital education between Germany and Taiwan. We were highly impressed by Taiwan’s advancements in digital learning, especially the integration of AI-driven technologies that are reshaping the educational landscape. We also shared Germany’s current focus areas in digital education policy. Furthermore, with LEARNTEC and DIDACTA Asia as key platforms this year for fostering global collaboration in EdTech. These platforms offer valuable opportunities to link innovation, research, and education across borders. 📘Another key highlight was the potential for expanding bilateral talent exchange through international internship programs. We believe such initiatives offer significant opportunities to cultivate cross-border skills, foster practical learning, and support long-term cooperation in both academia and industry. 🌍 We look forward to continuing this meaningful dialogue and deepening the partnership between Germany and Taiwan in education, technology, and talent development. 🤝強化德國與台灣於教育與創新領域合作 🌐   上週四，我們的首席代表兼處長 蘭依樺博士 偕同 德國薩克森邦駐台科技辦事處 金郁夫博士 一同拜訪台灣教育部（MOE）。   🙏 我們誠摯感謝教育部葉丙成政務次長，以及國際及兩岸教育司與資訊及科技教育司團隊的熱情接待與深入交流。   💡 本次會談聚焦於德國與台灣在數位教育領域的雙邊交流與合作。我們對台灣在數位學習方面的發展感到驚艷，特別是將人工智慧技術整合進教育學習系統，此創舉正在重塑教學樣貌。我們也分享了德國目前在數位教育政策上的重點方向，並介紹了今年的兩大國際教育科技平台：LEARNTEC 與 didacta asia，此雙軌展會暨論壇有助於促進全球在教育科技上的創新、研究與實踐交流。   📘 另一會議亮點為探討擴展雙邊國際實習與人才交流計畫的潛力，特別是在關鍵的半導體產業領域。我們相信，這樣的計畫將有助於培育跨國技能、強化實務經驗，並推動學術界與產業界的長期合作。   🌍 期待未來更多元及頻繁的交流，共同深化德國與台灣於教育、科技與人才發展上的夥伴關係。   #DigitalEducation #EdTech #InternationalCooperation #LEARNTEC #didactaasia #TalentExchange #SemiconductorIndustry #GlobalLearning #教育合作 #數位教育 #國際實習 #科技人才