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Dear Subscriber,
on Mondays like these, coffee and laughter are equally essential for success. Let’s face the day with the humor and start the day with a big smile!
Speaking of smiles, we had lots of reasons to smile and be happy because last week our office had a lot of events and successes to celebrate. Our most outstanding event last week was our long-awaited delegation trip in the field of bicycles and two-wheelers, which was part of the Foreign Market Entry Programme funded by the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action. If you want to read the full report on the week-long delegation trip, have a look at out our GTO News.
On the second day of the delegation, we hosted a special conference under the same theme. The conference aimed to create a platform for Taiwanese companies and manufacturers seeking new solutions, collaborations, and a better understanding of the German bicycle industry. You can find more detailed information about the conference in our GTO News as well.
Event wise, you have three more days to sign up for our joint seminar on the German and Dutch semiconductor landscape, in collaboration with the Netherlands Office Taipei. The registration deadline is on Thursday. Hurry up and go to our Top News to sign up.
Secondly, we are organizing an exclusive delegation trip to Germany’s innovation hub Baden-Württemberg this summer. If you are working for a Taiwanese machine tool company, you have the exclusive chance to participate! Read the full article in our Top News.
Last but not least, we want to invite you once again to our German Riesling Night with Peter Mertes, a promising evening full of free flowing white wine, networking opportunities and a lovely ambience. Don’t miss this wonderful wine night. The registration link can also be found in our Top News.
Laughter is the best medicine, especially on a Monday. Here’s to a day filled with chuckles! Wishing you seven days of joy, success and moments worth cherishing.
Kind regards,
German Trade Office Taipei
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Register Now – How Germany & Netherlands Shape the Semiconductor Landscape
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Germany and the Netherlands are two leading high-tech countries in Europe and have a long history of semiconductors as well as the comprehensive industry ecosystem. In view of this trend and foundation, the German Trade Office Taipei is co-organzing with the Netherlands Office Taipei for a joint seminar titled "How Germany & Netherlands Shape the Semiconductor Landscape" on May 31 in Hsinchu, featuring speakers from Bosch Rexroth and Schunk Xycarb.
Aside from chances to network with the speakers and its teams, the German Trade Office Taipei and the Netherlands Office Taipei together with its industry partners will also be setting up consultation desks on-site for invest in Germany / in the Netherlands, as well as other specific services related to expanding the business footprints in Germany and the Netherlands.
*Bosch is one of the 4 joint-ventures of ESMC with its current President headed by the former Bosch Semiconductor Labs Chief Executive in Dresden.
Details
Date: Friday, May 31, 2024 Time: 14:00 – 16:30 (registration starts at 13:30) Venue: TAITRA Hsin-Chu Office (Rm 603, 6F, No. 287, Guangfu Road Section 2, Hsinchu City) Language: Mandarin, English Organizer: German Trade Office Taipei (GTO) │Netherlands Office Taipei (NLOT) Co-Organizer: Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI) │Netherlands Semiconductors│Bosch Rexroth co,. Ltd │Schunk Xycarb Technology Supporters: TAITRA Hsinchu Office │Taiwan IC Industry & Academia Research Alliance (TIARA)│Chinese Professional Management Association of Hsinchu Price: Free of charge
Registration
Please fill out the online registration form before May 23.
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Action
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13:30 – 14:00
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Registration
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GTO, NLOT
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14:00 – 14:10
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Joint Opening
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GTO, NLOT
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14:15 – 14:30
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Intro Germany Semiconductor Industry Landscape and Advantage
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Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI)
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14:35 – 14:50
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Solutions for the semiconductor industry
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Bosch Rexroth
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14:55 – 15:10
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Dutch Semiconductor Ecosystem Intro
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Netherlands Office Taipei
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15:15 – 15:30
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SXT role in the EPI consumables semiconductor industry worldwide; why located in Taiwan?
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Schunk Xycarb Technology
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15:30 – 15:40
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Closing
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GTO, NLOT
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15:40 – 16:30
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Networking / Press interview
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GTO, NLOT
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Bruce Wang Automation & Electrification Solution Bosch Rexroth co,. Ltd.
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Rinie Coort Director Business Development Asia / Managing Director SXT-CN Schunk Xycarb Technology (SXT)
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Sign Up Now: 2024 German Riesling Night with Peter Mertes
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Experience an unforgettable evening at our first Riesling Night, hosted in partnership with Peter Mertes, Germany’s leading winery from the country’s wine capital Bernkastel-Kues in the heart of the Mosel region. Set in the charming outdoor area of M Club Taipei on the banks of Keelung river, we warmly invite you to enjoy the summer breeze, indulge in exquisite free-flowing wine and enjoy the carefully curated buffet dinner at the event. Look forward to savoring the crisp and well-balanced flavors of Peter Mertes’ Riesling, a perfectly refreshing wine ideal for the upcoming summer season. Join us and Peter Mertes for a memorable evening with a relaxed ambiance and plenty of networking opportunities to kick off the summer in style.
Details
Date: Friday, June 14, 2024 Time: 18:30 – 21:30 Venue: Maritime Club Taipei (M Club), No. 16 Water Gate of Keelung River, Meiti Wharf Dresscode: Summer Chic Early-Bird Price: 2,600 NT$ (for registrations and payment made until May 17, 2024) Regular Price: 2,800 NT$ (for registrations after May 17, 2024) Registration Deadline: June 7, 2024
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Sign Up Now: Taiwanese Machinery Companies Wanted!
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Inspiring through Innovation: Discover Intelligent Machinery in Baden-Württemberg
At a Glance
- Discover new business opportunities and experience the stimulating business environment of Germany’s innovation hub Baden-Württemberg from July 1 – 5, 2024!
- Get inspired and enhance your global competitiveness through exchange with leading German machine tool manufacturers and pioneering research institutions in the field of intelligent machinery.
- Focus on what matters and experience business in Germany to the fullest – all arrangements from company visits to transportation are being taken care of for you!
Delegation Visit in a Nutshell
Time: July 1 – 5, 2024 Organizer: IHK Exportakademie GmbH Preliminary visiting destinations:
- Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing and Engineering
- Manz AG
- Trumpf SE + Co. KG
- Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
- cultural sightseeing destinations in the Stuttgart area
- Chamber of Commerce and Industry Karlsruhe
Your benefits at a glance:
- Experience business making in Germany without distractions: Itinerary, company visits, transportation within Germany, lunch & dinner are pre-arranged for you!
- Own local guide accompanying the delegation, taking care of travel itinerary, transport in Germany and all meeting arrangements
- Meet with leading machinery companies and research institutes
- Establish new connections and gain insights into the latest research.
Your costs: Participants have to pay for their own flight and accommodation expenses
Registration
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All Events
Leistungsschau für Hersteller von Industrie 4.0-Technologien mit dem Schwerpunkt auf Montage- und Fertigungsprozessen
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Sichern Sie sich jetzt Ihre Teilnahme an einer Leistungsschau in Taiwan!
Wussten Sie, dass für den gesamten taiwanischen Fertigungssektor ein Umsatzrekord von 700 Mrd. Euro für 2024 prognostiziert wird? Taiwan beherbergt weltweit führende Fertigungsunternehmen in den Bereichen Halbleiter, Elektronik, Maschinen- und Anlagenbau, deren Entscheidungsträger:innen in Taiwan sitzen und die durch das Upgrade der Produktionsprozesse mit Industrie 4.0-Technologien ihre Konkurrenzfähigkeit sichern wollen.
Vom 21. bis 25. Oktober 2024 findet eine Leistungsschau für deutsche Unternehmen nach Taiwan statt. Die Reise wird vom Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz im Rahmen des Markterschließungsprogramms für KMU gefördert.
Sichern Sie sich jetzt Ihre Teilnahme für die Leistungsschau nach Taiwan und erschließen Sie den taiwanischen Markt für Industrie 4.0 wie Cloudplattformen, maschinelle Bildverarbeitung, BigData, Cybersecurity, Systemintegration, Robotik, 3D-Druck, AI und VR, um Ihren idealen Vertriebs- und Geschäftspartner zu finden und wertvolle Einblicke zu erhalten!
Weiterführende Informationen sowie einen Link zur Anmeldung finden Sie auf unserer Website. Anmeldeschluss ist der 21. Juni 2024.
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2nd GTO German Company Charity Soccer Tournament
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Our long-awaited GTO Germany Company Charity Soccer Tournament is going to kick off again on Friday, June 7, 2024 at the Taipei Gymnasium 1st floor.
German teams will be competing in exiting 15-minute games of 5 vs. 5 players and donate 1,500 NT$ per scored goal to the Make-A-Wish Taiwan foundation, which helps to fulfil the wishes of children with critical illness between the ages of 3-18 years old.
We welcome you to join us and cheer for your favourite German company team at our 2nd GTO German Company Charity Soccer Tournament.
As for the German companies operating in Taiwan, our annual soccer event is a great opportunity to encourage the team spirit in your company and kick for those who can’t by assisting the Make-A-Wish Taiwan foundation in making the biggest dreams of children with critical illness come true!
Details Date: Friday, June 7, 2024 Time: 11:00-18:30Address: Taipei Gymnasium 1st floor (No. 10, Section 4, Nanjing E Rd, Songshan District, Taipei City)Price: Free of charge
In case of any questions or would like to register your team, please contact Mr. Levin Chiang, (chiang.levin@taiwan.ahk.de / Tel: +886-2-7735-7513).
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Co-Organizers and Charity Organization
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Review: Conference on Bicycles and Two-Wheelers
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Last Tuesday, we hosted a fully booked conference on bicycles and two-wheelers. The conference was part of a delegation trip of German companies to Taiwan under the Foreign Market Entry Programme funded by the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action.
The conference served as a platform for Taiwanese companies and manufacturers to gain a better understanding of the German bicycle industry. A total of 110 attendees were eager to explore new solutions and to foster collaborations.
Ms. Leonie Yang, Acting Delegate of German Business and Head of the German Trade Office Taipei/General Manager of DEinternational Taiwan Ltd., delivered her opening remarks alongside Mr. Pablo Ziller, Press Officer of the German Bicycle Industry Association, Mr. Thompson Su, Secretary General of the Taiwan Smart Electric Bicycle Association, and Mr. Patrick Chen, Chairman of the Taiwan Machine Tool & Accessory Builders’ Association. Dr. Jörg Polster, Director General of the German Institute Taipei, also sent his regards in a video message.
The two keynote speeches provided invaluable insights into the German bicycle industry. First, Mr. Ziller offered an overview of the German Bicycle Industry, meaning its current state and prospects. Afterwards, Mr. Barry Huang, General Manager of DSA Co., Ltd., talked about smart bicycle manufacturing, highlighting innovative approaches within the field.
The conference continued with three German company presentations. Mr. Mario Schmitz from IoT Venture GmbH, Daniel Groos from Microsport GmbH & Co KG, and Ulrich Preß from solos engineering GmbH shared their insights and visions for the future of the industry.
The highlight of the post-conference were several individual matchmaking sessions, which enabled Taiwanese participants to truly connect with the German companies.
We are curious to see where these new relationships are leading us to!
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Review: Delegation Trip in the Bicycle Sector to Taiwan
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Last Friday, our delegation trip in the bicycle and bicycle component sector came to a close. The delegation trip allowed three German companies to discover the Taiwanese bicycle market. Over the course of the past five days, IoT Venture GmbH, Microsport GmbH & Co KG, and solos engineering GmbH had the chance to meet potential business partners and explore new business opportunities.
Our journey began on Monday, when our Acting Delegate Ms. Leonie Yang kicked off the week together with Germany Trade and Invest’s Director Taiwan, Singapore, Asean, Asia-Pacific Mr. Alexander Hirschle by giving a briefing on the current state of Taiwan's economy and the local bicycle industry. Mr. Robort Wu, Chairman of the Taiwan Bicycle Association, also shared his insights into the Taiwanese bike industry.
The following day, we hosted our "German-Taiwanese Bicycle and Two-Wheeler Conference" in Taichung. The German company representatives showcased their innovations to Taiwanese businesses. Following these presentations, several individual company matchmaking sessions were held during a delicious networking lunch. In the afternoon, the delegates explored Taichung and its cultural sites.
As the week unfolded, the events became more extraordinary. Not only did we visit Bosch eBike Systems Asia Pacific and IDEAL Bike, but every company also had a detailed exchange on future cooperation with potential cooperation partners during B2B meetings in the remaining three days.
All in all, we were amazed to see how lively the exchange between our participants and their Taiwanese counterparts was. We thank all our cooperation partners and are grateful for every single person who made this event possible. We look forward to witnessing the fruits of these partnerships and are eager to support more German companies with their business endeavors in Taiwan!
The delegation trip was part of the Foreign Market Entry Programme funded by the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action and was conducted in collaboration with the German Association of the Bicycle Industry (ZIV), the Taiwan Smart Electric Bicycle Association (TSEBA), and the Taiwan Machine Tool & Accessory Builder’s Association (TMBA).
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Last Tuesday, our colleague Mr. Pinchao Huang, Senior Project Manager Trade Fair Services, and Ms. Franziska Tsai, Senior Economic Advisor from the Netherlands Office Taipei, visited Hsinchu to meet with key partners in preparation for our joint seminar "How Germany & Netherlands shape the Semiconductor Landscape" seminar next Friday on May 31.
During their visit, they met with Mr. Benjamin Lu, Director of ASIP (The Allied Association for Science Park Industries) Hsinchu Office, Ms. Jane Lee, Director of TAITRA Hsinchu Office, and Ms. Jeng-Long Chiang, Executive Director of TIARA (Taiwan IC Industry & Academia Research Alliance). They engaged in in-depth discussions regarding the upcoming event and also exchanged insights on the industrial landscape of Hsinchu, bilateral capabilities and opportunities between Taiwan-Germany and Taiwan-Netherlands as well as potential future collaborations.
We look forward to welcoming more interested companies to Hsinchu in the future, fostering deeper involvement in the semiconductor industry, and facilitating connections with local partners to enhance closer cooperation. Therefore, we cordially invite you to join our seminar. Register on our website before Thursday!
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Huang (huang.pinchao@taiwan.ahk.de / +886-2-7735-7529).
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Review: Visit to ARBURG and Schunk
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On Tuesday, our colleagues Ms. Leonie Yang, Acting Delegate of German Business and Head of the German Trade Office Taipei/General Manager of DEinternational Taiwan Ltd., and Mr. Pinchao Huang, Senior Project Manager Trade Fair Services, had the pleasure of visiting two renowned German companies based in Taichung – namely Arburg and Schunk. While Arburg is famous for being an industry leader specialized in high-quality injection moulding machines, Schunk is a leading supplier of gripping systems, toolholders and clamping technology.
During their visit, they engaged in discussions about current challenges, how we could support them and explored opportunities for future collaboration, particularly in the field of trade fairs. It was an insightful exchange and we look forward to future dialogues that may arise from our meeting.
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Counting Down the Days: UEFA European Football Championship 2024
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The UEFA European Football Championship is less than one month away! Taking place exactly one week after our very own GTO German Company Charity Soccer Tournament here in Taipei, this year’s UEFA will kick off in Munich.
Watching football with friends and family, ideally with a cold beverage in hand, is a widely appreciated part of German culture that draws people of all ages and backgrounds to the restaurants, cafés and beer gardens that broadcast the games. Did you know that for this purpose, the Brandenburg Gate in the heart of Berlin will transform into a huge football goal during summer, with green turf being rolled out in front of it to make space for 30,000 fans to watch and celebrate the European Championship together?
Accordingly, hopes for the German team to reach the finals are at an all-time high – with three UEFA European Championship titles under the belt and having made it into the top four on nine different occasions, the German national team definitely has the credentials to take the win on home turf – what do you think?
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This year 19 exhibitors joined our Taiwan Pavilion at Interzoo 2024. Around 37,000 trade visitors from 140 countries came to the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre, marking a remarkable 32 percent increase in attendance compared to the previous event. With 2,150 exhibitors from 68 countries, it was a melting pot of pet passion and expertise.
The German as well as the global pet market are booming, with sales reaching over 182 billion euros last year. This 6 percent growth truly shows how impressive the economic strength of the pet industry is! This thriving market development was reflected in the form of innovative products at Interzoo 2024.
Director Mr. Ching-Ting Hung and Project Manager Ms. Chia-Yi Liu both from the Taipei Representative Office in Frankfurt, graced our Taiwan pavilion with their presence. Their discussions with our exhibitors shed light on the pet industry's current trading landscape, industry market and challenges between Taiwan and Germany.
Besides the exhibition, our Taiwan Delegation had the privilege to visit Kölle, one of Germany's largest pet chain stores. The staff's profound knowledge and professionalism left a lasting impression, offering valuable insights into the pet market and welfare.
A huge thanks to all participants of Interzoo 2024 for making it a such a wonderful experience! Let's keep the momentum going as we eagerly anticipate Interzoo 2026, scheduled for May 12-15. If you are interested in being part of the world's leading pet trade show, reach out to our colleague Ms. Peng (peng.venus@taiwan.ahk.de / +886-2-7735-7524).
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Join Our German Pavilion at TaipeiPlas 2024
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Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this innovative event! Taking place from September 24 – 28, TaipeiPlas Exhibition is not only the exclusive professional exhibition in Taiwan dedicated to the plastics and rubber industries, but also a top global event in plastics and rubber industry. It brings together industry professionals, showcasing the latest advancements and trends. The exhibition serves as a platform for companies to present products and technologies across various sectors, encouraging networking and collaboration. TaipeiPlas covers the entire industry value chain, making it a valuable experience for both experts and newcomers.
Key Figures from TaipeiPlas 2022
Total Visitors: 12,513 Booths: 1,267 Exhibitors: 361
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Join our German Pavilion at Energy Taiwan 2024
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Get ready for an electrifying experience at Energy Taiwan 2024, happening from October 2 – 4, 2024. Formerly known as "PV Taiwan," Taiwan's largest event regarding green energy industry ideas is now a comprehensive showcase. From creation to system integration, it covers it all!
Join us as we light the way to a sustainable future. Our colleague Ms. Venus Peng is more than happy to help you secure your spot.
Key Figures from Energy Taiwan 2023
Total Visitors: 24,000+ Booths: 1,275 Exhibitors: 359
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Asia Fruit Logistica 2024: Open for Registration
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Asia Fruit Logistica takes place from September 4 – 6. It is the largest and most professional B2B exhibition in Asia, covering the entire agricultural industry structure chain. It offers unique opportunities for exhibitors to develop new business, especially in 2024 when it will be held in Hong Kong, a rare opportunity for Taiwanese manufacturers to enter the Asian market!
Key Figures from Asia Fruit Logistica 2023
Exhibitors Worldwide: 400+ (from 40+ countries) Professional Buyers Worldwide: 10,000+ (from 70+ countries)
Our colleague Ms. Peng will answer any further questions regarding this event.
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ITB Asia Now Open for Registrations
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We are thrilled to announce our journey to ITB Asia in Singapore this October, where we will showcase the beauty of Taiwan. ITB Asia is expected to welcome 24,000 attendees, spreading across 4 stages with a total of 17 thematic tracks. With a record of over 35,000 business appointments in 2023, ITB Asia serves as an excellent platform for fostering long-term cooperation in the global travel industry.
Join us and be part of this incredible opportunity to showcase Taiwan to the world! For inquiries about exhibiting, contact our colleague Ms. Venus Peng.
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AI Meets Plastics: igus Accelerates Transformation to Sustainable Industry 4.0
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To support industrial companies with the challenges of our time, such as the transformation to Industry 4.0 and CO2-neutral production, Cologne-based motion plastics specialist igus is relying on triple intelligence at the Hannover Messe: artificial intelligence, plastics intelligence and Cologne intelligence. The exhibits include smart sensor technology for the maintenance of tomorrow and AI-supported low-cost robotics that are easy to operate. igus will also be presenting an AI-based app that shows design engineers the optimisation potential of their application with lubrication-free motion plastics in a matter of seconds.
Check out the full article on our website.
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Jetzt anmelden: Greater China Day 2024
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Die größte Highlight-Veranstaltung der IHK München und der AHK Greater China in Deutschland bietet die ideale Plattform sich über die aktuellsten Entwicklungen in China zu informieren.Hochrangige Unternehmensvertreter und ausgewiesene China-Experten aus Deutschland und China diskutieren neuste Wirtschaftstrends. Breakout-Sessions bieten praxisnahen Austausch zu wichtigen Aspekten der Geschäftsabwicklung (Recht und Steuern, Exportkontrolle, Zoll) oder zu spannenden Zukunftsthemen wie der Chip- und Halbleiterindustrie Taiwans, Chinas Innovationsbranchen oder Hongkongs zukünftiger Rolle im Asien-Geschäft.Nutzen Sie den Greater China Day als Netzwerkplattform, um sich mit Unternehmen und Multiplikatoren zu vernetzen – nach dem Motto von der Wirtschaft für die Wirtschaft. Seien Sie dabei!Die Teilnahme ist kostenfrei, aber anmeldepflichtig.Details
Datum: 27. Juni 2024 Uhrzeit: 09:00 – 17:00 Ort: IHK für München und Oberbayern, Max-Joseph-Straße 2, 80333 München, Deutschland Ansprechpartnerin: Ulrike Tsougenis Telefon: +49 89 5116-1449 E-Mail: tsougenis@muenchen.ihk.de
Die Agenda und das Anmeldeformular finden Sie auf der offiziellen Webseite.
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Register Now: Asia Clean Energy Forum 2024
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in collaboration with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Korea Energy Agency (KEA), cordially invites you to the 19th edition of the Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2024. This premier event will take place from June 3 – 7, 2024 at the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
AHK Philippines is enthusiastic about coordinating and assisting a group visit to the Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF 2024). We extend an invitation to you and to share this invaluable conference information with your members. Should any individuals express interest in participating, please inform us and we will be delighted to facilitate their attendance at this significant event, which will be hosted at the ADB Headquarters in Manila.
For more information, please refer to our website.
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Sign Up Now: 2024 Falling Walls Lab Taipei
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Which wall will your research break? Pitch your innovative idea in just three minutes, showcasing a breakthrough that creates a positive impact on science and society.
Three minutes is all it takes! Falling Walls Lab is a world-class pitch competition and networking forum that brings together a diverse and interdisciplinary pool of students and early-career professionals by providing a stage for breakthrough ideas both globally and locally. Our multifaceted formats support our participants in driving their innovations and develop their communication skills, fostering collaboration and creating a space for our impactful and sustainable community to thrive.
Location
National Science and Technology Council, S&T Building
Local Organisers & Partners
Auswärtiges Amt, Friedrich Naumann Foundation – Global Innovation Hub, Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD), National Science and Technology Council.
Deadline
June 11, 2024
Check out our website for more information.
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Join Now: AI+ Taipei Startup Pitch Contest
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Are you an AI Tech Startup looking for opportunities to expand your business into the global market? AI+ Taipei Startup Pitch Contest is an exciting opportunity for international startups and entrepreneurs like yourself to showcase your innovative ideas and projects in front of a diverse audience and esteemed panel of judges. 6 winners will be selected and have the opportunity to meet potential partners and investors in Taiwan, with travel and accommodation expenses fully covered by TEH. Interested in joining? The ticket is yours. Who is eligible to apply?✦ Startups in the AI industry incorporated within the last 8 years. ✦ If the startup has Taiwanese members, they should not be more than one-third under the team structure. ✦ The product or service of the company should provide solid solutions to Taipei’s AI problems with collaboration potential. ✦ Startup must have a strong strategic plan for soft-landing or business development in Taipei. ✦ The selected startups must be able to comply with the itinerary in Taipei. What are the benefits?Tickets & Accommodation: Each team will be granted one round-trip flight ticket to Taiwan, along with accommodation. (The organizer will be responsible for booking 1 round-trip flight ticket and accommodation. We will collect passport information from the team and purchase the ticket on behalf of the founder/CEO) Matchmaking & Company Visits: Business matchmaking and organized company visits with esteemed partners and investors in Taiwan. Will have networking opportunities with industry professionals. Connections & Resources: Facilitating connections and plans with esteemed startup accelerators and company registration consultants. Receiving valuable feedback from experienced judges. Obligations of the selected teams✦ Team members must arrive in Taipei within the designated time frame of this project and fully participate in the designated activities. ✦ After completing the project activities, each exhibiting team must assist incompleting a satisfaction survey and regularly report on the development after the match. ✦ If the team fails to fulfill the relevant obligations, they will be ineligible to apply for participation in related Taipei Entrepreneurship Assistance projects for the next two years. It's a chance to gain visibility for your startup on a global stage and take your venture to the next level. If you have any questions or require further information about the contest, please don't hesitate to contact us at joy@everiii.com and vita@everiii.com. Looking forward to receiving your application. Let's pave the way for the future of innovation together! Sign up here. The Organizers / Event Producer reserves the right to make the final decision of the event. Any changes or contingent measures for the event will be announced on the Eventbrite page.
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Invest and Start a Business in Taipei – Subsidies Included!
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Date: Wednesday, June 5 Time: 13:00 – 15:00 Venue: InnoVEX Pi Stage, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2
This event aims to support foreign talent and facilitate networking and collaboration in the technology and AI sectors in Taiwan. Subsidies will be offered to AI-focused professionals such as entrepreneurs, researchers, and specialists who are interested in Taiwan.
This subsidy covers expenses related to the business trip to Taipei, including round-trip airfare, accommodation,and other necessary resources, all provided on a pay-as-you-go basis. The final amount will be reviewed by the Organizer.
The applicant will be required to to sign a letter of intent, complete a survey to determine their interest in the Taiwan Employment Gold Card or Entrepreneur Visa. Professionals with intent to apply, will be offered assistance by the organizer throughout the application process, while respecting the final decision (whether approved or declined) by reviewing authorities. Also they must participate in at least one entrepreneurship-related event during their stay in Taiwan, including but not limited to sharing sessions/exhibitions/local startup competitions.
Furthermore, you can also participate in "Explore the Taiwan Startup Ecosystem", a two-day startup networking event on July 17-18, offering opportunities to meet with local ecosystem partners and participate in customized matchmaking.
For further information and for a detailed agenda please refer to the official website.
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Sign Up Now: "Shaken Not Stirred" & "All Chamber Summer Happy Hour"
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Elevate Your Networking Game: Join the British Chamber of Commerce in Taipei for the Ultimate Summer Networking Extravaganza!
Get ready to make connections and expand your professional network like never before! We are thrilled to announce the consolidation of two exceptional networking events: BCCTaipei Quarterly "Shaken, Not Stirred" and the All Chamber's Summer Happy Hour. Brace yourself for an unforgettable evening of networking, collaboration, and camaraderie.
Read more about this event on our website.
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Deutschenliste für Krisenvorsorge
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Alle deutschen Staatsangehörigen, die, auch nur vorübergehend, im Amtsbezirk des Deutschen Instituts Taipei leben, können in eine Krisenvorsorgeliste aufgenommen werden, die zentral im Auswärtigen Amt Berlin geführt wird. Es handelt sich hierbei um eine freiwillige Maßnahme. Das Deutsche Institut rät, von dieser Möglichkeit Gebrauch zu machen, damit es, falls erforderlich, in Krisen- und sonstigen Ausnahmesituationen mit Deutschen schnell in Verbindung treten kann.
Zur Krisenvorsorgeliste. |
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Taiwan Economy Outperformed ‘Little Dragons’ During Tsai Ing-wen Presidency
Taiwan’s economy grew by an average of 3.15% per year during the past eight years when Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) was president, outperforming the three other ”Little Dragons,” the government said.
The figures were included in an end-of-term report presented by the Cabinet at its final weekly meeting Thursday morning before resigning. On Monday, Lai Ching-te (賴清德) was sworn in, as will a new Cabinet headed by Premier Cho Jung-tai (卓榮泰).
In another achievement, Taiwan’s production of recycled energy has surged by 110% since 2016, per CNA. Furthermore, improvement of the investment climate, promotion of high tech, and a surge in exports has resulted in Taiwan’s gross domestic product (GDP) growing faster than that of rival regional economies Hong Kong, South Korea, and Singapore.
(Last access: 17.05.2024 / Taiwan News)
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Northern Taiwan’s Presale Housing Increases on Better Market Sentiment
Presale housing projects in northern Taiwan for the sales season beginning on Monday next week total NT$213.46 billion (US$6.59 billion), a 17.2 percent pickup from a year earlier, as developers apparently emerge from monetary tightening and unfavorable policy measures, property research My Housing Monthly found.
It is the highest volume since 2021, when the government tightened property taxes, raised interest rates and banned transfers of presale house purchase agreements to slow capital flows to the property market and curb house price hikes, the magazine’s spokesman Chen Ping-chen (陳炳辰) said.
The change in sentiment has to do with Taiwan’s improving economy and ongoing rallies on the local bourse, which lends support to a wealth effect, Chen said.
(Last access: 15.05.2024 / Taipei Times)
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Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Healthy Growth Expected, Expert Says
Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association (TSIA) President Wu Chih-yi (吳志毅) said that the semiconductor industry is poised for continued healthy growth.
Wu attended the “2024 Semiconductor and Industry Innovation Forum” where he talked about the state of the country’s semiconductor industry, per CNA. The president said that many countries are striving to develop their semiconductor sectors.
“However, building an industry cluster requires more than just investing in wafer fabs or purchasing equipment to produce 3nm technology,” Wu said. “Taiwan has taken 50 years to establish its semiconductor industry chain, while other countries would need at least 20 to 30 years to build such a chain.”
(Last access: 15.05.2024 / Taiwan News) |
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Hon Hai Net Profit Rises 72% Annually
Hon Hai Precision Industry Co (鴻海精密), a major iPhone assembler, reported annual growth of 72 percent in net profit last quarter, due to a dramatic decrease in losses from Sharp Corp’s display business.
Net profit surged to NT$22 billion (US$678.7 million) last quarter, from NT$12.83 billion a year earlier, as Hon Hai booked a non-operating loss of NT$4.24 billion, an improvement from NT$20.12 billion in the first quarter of last year. A major portion of its non-operating loss came from Sharp’s large flat-screen business Sakai Display Products Corp.
(Last access: 15.05.2024 / Taipei Times) |
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