Vice President Hsiao: Taiwan Needs to Strengthen International Cooperation for Digital Transformation

(CNA, reporter Yang Szu-jui, Tainan, June 23) The 44th interim council meeting and international forum of the Asia & Pacific Council for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (AFACT) opened in Tainan today. Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim stated in her speech that Taiwan needs international cooperation to achieve digital transformation and will strengthen the promotion of digital trade with regional economic partners.

The 44th AFACT interim council meeting and the Asia-Pacific Regional International Forum on Digital Economy "Dual Axis Transformation" and "New International Cooperation" will be held in Tainan from today until the 27th. The opening ceremony was held this morning at the Formosa Yacht Hotel in Anping, with over 60 representatives and experts from 14 member countries participating.

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said that for the people of Taiwan, opportunities to make meaningful contributions through international organizations are precious. She thanked the organizers for bringing this important event to Taiwan, allowing Taiwanese experts to gather with experts from various countries, exchange ideas, and learn from each other on all important issues in the coming days.

Vice President Hsiao pointed out that the development of fields such as artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technology is changing trade models. Taiwan is committed to developing digital transformation and net-zero transformation. In terms of digital transformation, it is strengthening infrastructure, expanding digital public services, and promoting "AI industrialization" and "industrial AI-ization" to ensure balanced development across all industries and assist small and medium-sized enterprises in adapting to the changing global environment.

Vice President Hsiao mentioned that Taiwan is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, viewing environmental responsibility as an economic opportunity through energy transition, green technology, and industrial innovation.

Vice President Hsiao stated that to fully realize the vision of digital transformation, close international cooperation is needed. Taiwan will work closely with AFACT and jointly promote secure and trustworthy digital trade with regional economic partners to strengthen regional connectivity.

Hsu Tien-tsai, Chairman of the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research and current AFACT Chairman, told reporters that although this event is only for a few days, a half-day visit to the Southern Taiwan Science Park has been specially arranged. International exchanges will also be conducted through keynote speeches and other methods. In addition to enhancing Taiwan's international visibility, it is hoped that the conference content will make a substantial contribution to the international community. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150623

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