NZ Bio Forestry Join Forces with PanCycle and Inspira Applied Bio Solutions
In a move set to disrupt the global packaging industry, New Zealand’s NZ Bio Forestry and Taiwan-based PanCycle and Inspira Applied Bio Solutions have signed a strategic Agreement to develop a network of biorefineries producing sustainable, biodegradable biochemicals from New Zealand Pinus radiata.
Customs standards agreement signed with New Zealand
Taiwan and New Zealand last month signed an agreement to mutually recognize their authorized economic operators (AEO), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday.
The deal is expected to enhance customs cooperation and supply chain safety between the two countries, Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Director General Larry Tseng (曾瑞利) said.
NZCIO Welcomes New Customs Mutual Recognition Arrangement
New Zealand and Taiwanese exporters will benefit from a new arrangement that enables recognition of the authorised economic operator programmes operating in the New Zealand and Taiwan markets. These programmes help exporters minimise Customs delays at international borders and to get priority in recovering from trade disruptions.
New Southbound Policy: The Role of the Yushan Forum
Engaging South, Southeast Asian countries, Australia, and New Zealand as a part of Taiwan’s foreign policy has been an important element of President Tsai Ing-Wen’s（蔡英文）agenda, the signs of which were evident even before she assumed the President’s office. Soon after she took charge, these policy priorities started to figure in foreign policy agenda with concrete actions following up quickly.
Taiwan eyes NZ geothermal help for energy crunch
Taiwan is looking to New Zealand for expertise in developing its geothermal energy sector as it works to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels. A new partnership between GNS Science and Taiwanese agencies aims to unlock the island’s geothermal potential. This article was published by Newsroom
Business Council member and Wellington City Councillor Nicola Young visits Taiwan
Councillor Young visited Taipei, to represent the Mayor at the 2050 Net Zero summit; she was accompanied by Council’s chief digital officer James Roberts. The visit had three aims:
Reinforce and progress relationships with Taipei City at a political and executive level, enabling Wellington and Taipei to understand and learn from each other’s progress on Net Zero and Smart City.
Attend the 2050 Net Zero City Leaders summit
Attend the 2023 Smart City Summit and Expo
China Airlines answers call to move South Island cherries
China Airlines has launched eight dedicated Boeing 777F cargo flights from Christchurch to Taipei this January, transporting 800 tonnes of South Island cherries and other high-value exports to meet peak demand ahead of Chinese New Year.
The initiative supports local growers amid global freight challenges, ensuring fresh produce reaches Asian markets swiftly to secure premium prices
Taiwan Announces Incentive Program for Geothermal Projects
Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs has introduced the "Geothermal Power Demonstration Incentive Program" to promote joint public-private investment in geothermal energy.
The program offers up to NTD 3 million for planning and investment promotion, and up to NTD 100 million covering 50% of exploration costs, aiming to accelerate geothermal development across the country
Charles Finny Discusses New Zealand's Position on Taiwan's Inclusion in WHO Talks
Former diplomat and board member of NZTBC, Charles Finny, criticizes New Zealand's failure to support Taiwan's participation in the World Health Organization, expressing shame over the country's absence from a joint statement with other democracies advocating for Taiwan's inclusion. He highlights the inconsistency in New Zealand's foreign policy, especially given its values-based approach and strong ties with Taiwan's indigenous communities
Māori Team Named Among Finalists in a Global Philanthropic Campaign
A Māori family-owned company based in Auckland has been announced as one of the twelve finalists in the ‘Taiwan Excellence: Sharing is Caring’ campaign, a global campaign which aims to promote sustainability and community wellbeing using innovative products endorsed by Taiwan Excellence Awards.