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TAEF BRIEF
July 7th, 2023
No. 114 |
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CONTENT
-TAEF Updates
-TAEF Media Gallery
-TAEF Commentaries
-New Southbound Policy News
-Regional Headlines |
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The Future of Work for Young People |
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June 17, 2023
July 6, 2023
The Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation (TAEF), in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer Stiftung, is very excited to once again host a panel of distinguished speakers to participate in our Future of Work for Young People conference. With the theme "Responding to the Dynamic Changes in the World of Work in Asia," this event offers a platform for in-depth discussions on the challenges faced by young individuals in employment and education. Our panel of experts will delve into various aspects of the future of work agenda, addressing key areas such as skills building, early career management, and the importance of "future proof" jobs and careers.
By examining the necessary conditions and environments required to equip young people for the dynamic changes in the workplace, labor market, and society at large, our esteemed speakers will explore the roles of education institutions, industries, private organizations, and governments in shaping a conducive landscape for the younger generation.
Registrations will open soon, so stay tuned to TAEF on Twitter or Facebook
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NSP Resilient Talent Project—Professional: Interview with Priya Lee |
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In late 2022, the Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation initiated the New Southbound Policy (NSP) Resilient Talent Project. The series goes into various fields and industries in Taiwan, uncovering the stories of NSP policy workers, new immigrants, their children, and NSP forces working in Taiwan. Through their sharing, we hope to better understand, from their groundwork experience, how the NSP has opened up Taiwan's Southward exchange and the associated opportunities and challenges.
Priya Lee is an interpreter and translator who has lived in Taiwan for over 30 years and runs her own interpreting company. She also promotes Indian culture in Taiwan, bringing the people of Taiwan and India closer together and fostering more mutual understanding. Priya emphasizes the importance of learning Mandarin for foreigners studying in Taiwan and praises the New Southbound Policy for strengthening ties between Taiwan and countries like India. She has personally experienced the benefits of Taiwan's advanced medical system during her cancer diagnosis and hopes for increased collaboration between Taiwan and India in the future, particularly in people-to-people interactions.
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Taipei Times
China is misreading India relations
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June 22, 2023
-Dr. Sana Hashmi, Postdoctoral Fellow, Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation
While India is committed to restoring peace and tranquility at the Line of Actual Control as a basis for progress, China's lack of proactive steps and refusal to address India's concerns are impeding normalization. India's China policy focuses on keeping negotiation channels open and resolving the border dispute without sidelining it. However, China misreads India's intentions and expects India to align with its demands while disregarding India's territorial integrity. China's reluctance to pursue a resolution to the border conflict and its belief that perpetuating the dispute weakens India contribute to the strained relations. China also fails to recognize India's growing recognition and representation as a voice of the Global South. India, in response, has reevaluated its relationship with China and strengthened partnerships with like-minded nations. China's flawed approach of perceiving its relations with India through the lens of US-China rivalry hinders progress. For normalization to occur, China must address India's concerns and refrain from using the dispute as a means of coercion. Embracing India's growing stature is crucial for stabilizing and normalizing relations.
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NEW SOUTHBOUND POLICY NEWS |
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The Hindu
Leading Taiwanese firms looking at relocating to India
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July 3, 2023
The widening rift between the United States and China, the former’s efforts to strengthen ties with partners in Asia, China’s aggressive postures and its poaching of Taiwan’s remaining diplomatic allies have opened up new possibilities for Taiwan’s external engagement. Amid the changing geopolitical situation, the regional positions and roles of India and Taiwan have undergone a transformation and the two states’ interests in advancing relations have become visible. While the NSP represents a concrete decision from Taiwan’s side to push outwards, the deterioration in India’s relations with China, particularly since the border clashes at Galwan in 2020, along with India’s own growing role in the region, could be categorised as pull factors. China’s increasing assertiveness and the possibility of mutual economic benefits are the main factors driving Taiwan-India relations and that the NSP is facilitating the cooperation and advancement in the ties.
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Taipei Times
Ministry extends visa-free entry for three countries
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July 2, 2023
The trial visa-free entry program for tourists from Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines has been extended for another year, from August 1 2023 to July 31 2024, according to an announcement by Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The decision to extend the visa-free entry was made after a review conducted by agencies during a meeting on April 25. The extension aims to revive bilateral exchanges and tourism in the post-pandemic era. The visa-free entry was initially granted to Thailand and Brunei in August 2016 and has been extended annually, with the inclusion of the Philippines in November 2017. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs intends to continually review and adjust visa policies to enhance bilateral exchanges, attract more visitors, and ensure border and public security.
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Taiwan News
Taiwan might extend visas, open path to residency for Filipino workers
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June 30, 2023
Taiwan is considering extending work visas and offering a path to permanent residency for Filipino workers to expand its migrant workforce, according to Minister of Foreign Affairs Joseph Wu. With 154,000 Filipino migrant workers already in Taiwan, Wu stated that discussions on the matter have been ongoing. He also suggested that the Philippines could reciprocate by granting visa-free entry to Taiwanese travelers. Additionally, Wu emphasized the importance of security cooperation between Taiwan and the Philippines, particularly in areas such as coast guard operations and disaster response. Taiwan hopes for improved relations under Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and encourages joint efforts for regional peace and stability.
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Focus Taiwan
Australia confirms security exchanges Taiwan but mum on attaché issue
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June 27, 2023
The Australian government has acknowledged regular exchanges with Taiwan on security matters but did not directly comment on Taiwan's proposal for a military attache. Taiwan's Foreign Minister, Joseph Wu, suggested exchanging military attaches with Australia to enhance information sharing due to China's security threat. Wu proposed stationing a military attache at the Australian Office in Taipei. While an Australian spokesperson acknowledged the deep relationship with Taiwan, they did not specifically address the military attache proposal, stating that Taiwan and Australia have regular exchanges on economic and security issues.
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The Diplomat
Vietnam Calls for Tech Giants to Use AI to Remove ‘Anti-State’ Content
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July 3, 2023
Vietnam's government has asked social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube to use artificial intelligence to automatically detect and remove politically sensitive content. The goal is to control the flow of information and restrict content deemed "toxic" or offensive.
Despite not being able to block these platforms entirely, Vietnam has increased pressure on them to comply with content removal requests. Tech giants have generally been responsive due to Vietnam's significant digital market presence. In addition to content removal, Vietnam has implemented a legal framework to exert control over the online sphere, including forcing foreign tech companies to establish local offices and store user data within the country. The government is also planning new rules to limit news-related content posting and has made identity verification mandatory for social media users.
The request for AI-based content monitoring represents a further tightening of control by the Communist Party of Vietnam, aiming to shape the agenda of Big Tech to align with its own interests.
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Associated Press
Thai opposition party struggles to take power after stunning election victory
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July 3, 2023
Thailand's new Parliament convened after the progressive Move Forward Party claimed an unexpected election victory. However, it remains uncertain whether the party's leader, Pita Limjaroenrat, will be able to become prime minister and end the military-dominated rule that has lasted for nine years.
The Move Forward Party has formed an eight-party coalition with 312 seats in the lower house, but it falls short of an overall majority without the backing of a significant number of senators.
The ruling establishment is alarmed by Move Forward's success, considering it a threat to the status quo and the monarchy. Move Forward's progressive agenda resonated with the public, weary of military-controlled rule under Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha. However, the party's commitment to reforming powerful institutions, including the monarchy and the military, has raised concerns among royalist conservatives
Pita himself has been accused of violating constitutional provisions by holding shares in a media company, although he claims they belong to his father's estate. The possibility of being banned from politics or facing jail time for a minor technical violation has raised concerns about potential political instability in Thailand.
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The Diplomat
In First, Nepal’s Supreme Court Allows Registration of Same-Sex Marriages
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June 29
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Nepal's LGBTQ rights activists and couples are celebrating a historic victory as the country's Supreme Court issued an interim order allowing the registration of same-sex marriages. This decision marks a significant step forward for advocates who have long fought for equal recognition and an end to discriminatory marriage laws.
Nepal has made notable progress in LGBTQ rights since a landmark court decision in 2007, which called for reforms to support LGBTQ individuals. The country now allows individuals who do not identify strictly as male or female to select a "third gender" option on official documents.
With the recent interim order, the Supreme Court has taken a proactive step by allowing the registration of same-sex marriages. The court also instructed the government to establish a separate marriage registry for same-sex couples. The timeline for the court's final decision on the case is yet to be determined.
Same-sex couples in Nepal are rejoicing at this court order, as it brings them a sense of relief and marks a milestone in their fight for equality.
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