European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan

𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 – 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ECCT Euroview’s monthly “Taiwan Politics Review” authored by Ross Feingold 方恩格, discusses new policies from the Lai administration to counter China, disputes between the executive and legislative branches of government over the 2025 budget and other issues, ongoing efforts to recall legislators, TSMC investment in the United States, which might result in no tariffs on Made in Taiwan semiconductors, and more. Euroview: https://lnkd.in/gB-yQpVp

“The #EU is moving towards becoming a security player,“ Head of European Economic and Trade Office (#EETO) Lutz Güllner (谷力哲) emphasised in his remarks to young diplomats at the Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs this week. Mr Güllner emphasised the European Union’s commitment to continue to support 🇺🇦Ukraine and to further increase its military aid. He also underlined the strength of the EU as a single market in global trade and the potential and opportunities for cooperation with #Taiwan in various areas based on shared values. We would like to thank Deputy Minister François Chiu-Chung Wu for his opening remarks and we wish the young diplomats every success in their careers. We hope to meet them all in Europe in the future! 🇪🇺🤝 「#歐盟 正朝著在全球安全中扮演更重要角色的方向前進」，歐洲經貿辦事處處長谷力哲（Lutz Güllner)這週受外交部邀請至外交與國際事務學院與新進學員交流時如此強調。 谷處長強調，歐盟將持續支持🇺🇦烏克蘭，並將與歐盟會員國一起，進一步對烏克蘭提供軍事援助。谷處長也解釋了歐盟作為單一市場在全球貿易領域中的地位，並重申歐盟作為與台灣理念相近的夥伴，與 #台灣 在各項領域加強合作的期望。歐洲經貿辦事處將持續推動歐盟台灣更緊密的夥伴關係。 我們感謝吳志中副部長的開幕致詞，並祝福學院學員未來事業順利。我們希望將來都能在歐洲見到他們！🇪🇺🤝 #EUinTaiwan #EuropeanUnion #Taiwan

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐎 The hitherto unshakable western security alliance is facing an existential challenge. The ECCT’s latest Euroview article examines the status and future prospects for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and European defence. Euroview: https://lnkd.in/gY9AWrFP

𝐄𝐂𝐂𝐓-𝐄𝐘 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐧𝐞𝐭 𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 The ECCT, in collaboration with Ernst & Young, Taiwan (EY), launched a new report titled “Vision to Reality – A Net Zero Future”. The report compiles leading practices and professional insights on net zero strategies, providing actionable guidance for governments and businesses to help Taiwan achieve its 2050 net zero target. By combining the experience of EY and ECCT corporate members, the report offers insights into global trends, industry transformation cases, and directions for technological innovation towards reaching net zero emissions by 2050. At the event, opening remarks were made by Dr Ho Chin-tsang, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (Taiwan) (MOEA, 經濟部 何晉滄政務次長); Christoph Saurenbach, Head of Trade Section of the European Economic and Trade Office (EU Office in Taiwan) 歐洲經貿辦事處; Andrew Fuh, Country Managing Partner, Ernst & Young Taiwan (安永聯合會計師事務所 傅文芳所長) and ECCT Chairman Emeritus Giuseppe Izzo.

📢 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓❗ . 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞❗ . Join us for 𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐢 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭, a premier business networking event bringing together professionals from the diverse chambers and trade offices, AmCham Taiwan, Australia New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (ANZCham Taiwan), British Chamber of Commerce in Taipei (BCCTaipei), Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan, European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan, French Chamber Taiwan, German Trade Office Taipei (AHK Taiwan) and Swedish Chamber of Commerce Taipei. 📅 Date: Thursday, 24 April 2025 ⏰ Time: 18:00 – 21:30 📍 Venue: TBC 🎤 Featured Panel Discussion: Attracting and Retaining Talents Industry experts will share insights on how Taiwan can build and sustain a strong workforce. 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 🔹 Mr Jonathan Liao - Managing Director, International Talent Taiwan Office and Taiwan Employment Gold Card Office 🔹 Mr Michael Fahey - Director, Crossroads 🔹 Mr Johnny Wu - Head and Director of Global Relations, International Affairs Office, National Taiwan University (NTU) 🎙️ 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 🔹 Ms Kwangyin Liu 劉光瑩 – Senior Managing Editor, CommonWealth Magazine , 📢 Registration opens soon! Stay tuned for more details—don’t miss this chance to connect, exchange ideas, and grow your network! 🚀 . This edition of the All-Chambers business networking event is hosted by Swedish Chamber of Commerce Taipei. For any queries or to explore sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected] . #AllChambersTaipei #Networking #SaveTheDate

AmCham Taiwan was honored to host Andy Hunder, President of American Chamber of Commerce in Ukraine, during his visit to Taiwan. We were also delighted to welcome leaders from all chambers in Taiwan for a meaningful discussion on business #continuity during critical times and the #resilience of businesses in Ukraine. Private companies play a key role in building societal resilience, and as business chambers, our collaboration has never been more essential. By working together, we amplify the voices of businesses and strengthen our ability to navigate challenges—both expected and unforeseen. A heartfelt thank you to Andy for sharing his insights and experiences with us. His visit reinforced the importance of adaptability, collaboration, and the role of chambers in driving positive impact within the communities we serve. Australia New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (ANZCham Taiwan) British Chamber of Commerce in Taipei (BCCTaipei) Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan French Chamber Taiwan Swedish Chamber of Commerce Taipei

Insightful discussions at this recent European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan lunch with Director-General of the Ministry of Justice's Investigation Bureau Michael Chen. Eiger’s John Eastwood had the honor of moderating the event, which explored key developments in Taiwan’s intelligence and security landscape. A big thank you to the ECCT and all attendees for making this an engaging and thought-provoking session.

𝐋𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐉𝐈𝐁 𝐃𝐆 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐧 The ECCT arranged a lunch with guest speaker Michael Chen, Director-General of the Investigation Bureau under the Ministry of Justice (MJIB, 法務部調查局 陳白立局長). In his presentation, DG Chen briefed members and guests about the MJIB's ongoing activities, with a focus on tackling crimes hindering the development of green energy projects in Taiwan.

Christoph Saurenbach , Head of Trade Section at European Economic and Trade Office (#EETO), opens Taiwan Business and Human Rights Forum together with Minister without portfolio Ming Hsin Lin. Respect for Human Rights is an obligation not an option - Human Rights are among the values the EU is based on, and a key pillar of EU policies. Especially timely to emphasise the importance of Human Rights as today marks the 3rd year of Russia’s unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine. Indiscriminate civilian bombings, abduction and forced adoption of Ukrainian children, suppression of Ukrainian culture and language in temporarily occupied territories are only some of the violations of international humanitarian law committed by Russia. The EU remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine. 歐洲經貿辦事處經貿組邵恩博組長（Christoph Saurenbach）與林明昕政務委員一同為台灣企業與人權研討會致詞。「尊重人權是義務，而非選擇」，人權不僅是歐盟的核心價值，也是其政策的重要支柱。 正值俄羅斯對烏克蘭無端發動侵略戰爭滿三年之際，強調人權的重要性更顯時宜。俄方對平民進行無差別轟炸、綁架並強制收養烏克蘭兒童，以及在暫時佔領區內壓制烏克蘭文化與語言，僅是其違反國際人道法的部分行徑。歐盟將持續堅定支持烏克蘭。 #StandWithUkraine #EuropeanUnion #Taiwan