The Evolving Relationship between Taiwan and France

—Franck Paris, Representative of France in Taiwan

Franck Paris, director of the Bureau Français de Taipei (BFT—the French Office in Taipei), arrived in Taiwan to take up his post in August of 2023. His Chinese name, Long Ye, is very cool and classy. “Long,” which means “dragon,” was chosen because he was born in a Year of the Dragon according............

Shortwave Broadcasting in the 21st Century:

Radio Taiwan International

Giving voice to Taiwan in 20 languages, the Central Broadcasting System—under its call sign Radio Taiwan International—broadcasts to some 150 countries. In a tumultuous world, RTI continues to offer companionship and encouragement to listeners, helping them through life’s slings and arrows.............

Taiwan and Belgium Maintain Close Ties

—A Talk with the Director of the Belgian Office, Taipei

Early in 2025, a Taiwanese convenience store rolled out a new ice cream swirl product featuring a subtly bitter Belgian chocolate complemented by rich dairy ice cream. It scored a big hit immediately upon reaching the stores, and eager consumers formed long lines to get a taste. Meanwhile, cla............

Setting Deep Roots in India:

Known-You Seed Company

India has the largest population of any country in the world, and among the more than 150 countries around the globe where Taiwan’s Known-You Seed Company sells seeds, India is its number-one overseas market. The Known-You Seed Company has been developing its business in India for more than 20............

Smart Manufacturing and Green Products:

Delta Electronics India

At a street corner near Khan Market in New Delhi, drivers of Indian government vehicles chat ca-sually as they wait in line to recharge the batteries of their electric vehicles. We point to the EV charging stations, built by Taiwan’s Delta Electronics, and ask: How long does it take to recharg............

Global Outreach for Sustainable Development:

Taiwan’s University Social Responsibility Programs

The world-famous primatologist Jane Goodall has said: “My greatest hope is our young people.” This was the motivation for her Roots & Shoots youth action program, and many educators share her belief that through education, the next generation can play a critical role in sustainability.............