Since I first lived here in the nineties, Taiwan has developed into an advanced economy and a vibrant democracy, and the U.S.-Taiwan partnership has steadily broadened and deepened. As AIT Director, I am focused on four key priorities: strengthening Taiwan’s role as a regional security partner, promoting global supply chain resilience, preserving and expanding Taiwan’s ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 May, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Solicitation No. TPE200-22-Q-0013 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a five-star hotel in a central location within Taipei City, such as Daan District, Songshan District, or Xinyi District to provide a reception package for AIT. All offerors that respond to this request for quotation (RFQ) must be technically qualified ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 May, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
OT-2208 Opening Remarks by AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk at an Industry Forum on U.S.-Taiwan Cooperation on Global Semiconductor Supply Chain Resilience April 29, 2022 (As Prepared for Delivery) Minister Wang, distinguished guests and friends, good morning 早安!大家好! It is my pleasure to be here with you today to discuss global supply chain resilience. AIT seeks ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts
The American Institute in Taiwan is pleased to announce the launch of an online payment program for adult passport renewals for U.S. citizens resident in Taiwan. Effective April 24, 2022, passport applicants wishing to pay online for their DS-82 renewal applications may visit our website to determine eligibility to use this option. If eligible, applicants ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
As you know, today is Earth Day, an opportunity to raise awareness of our environmental challenges, and also come together to discuss strategies to make meaningful change. “Innovation Drives the Sustainable Economy” – this is the theme of this year’s Forum, and it highlights that creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaboration are the driving forces that overcome ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 April, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
PR-2205 April 15, 2022 Senator Graham Leads Senior Congressional Delegation to Taiwan Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Senator Robert Portman (R-OH), Senator Benjamin Sasse (R-NE), and Representative Ronny Jackson (R-TX) visited Taiwan from April 14-15, 2022, as part of a larger visit to the Indo-Pacific region. While in Taiwan, the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
PR-2204 April 14, 2022 Senator Graham Leads Senior Congressional Delegation to Taiwan Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Senator Robert Portman (R-OH), Senator Benjamin Sasse (R-NE), and Representative Ronny Jackson (R-TX) will visit Taiwan from April 14-15, 2022, as part of a larger visit to the Indo-Pacific region. The ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 April, 2022 | Topics: News
2021 Human Rights Report — Taiwan Part Executive Summary Taiwan is a democracy led by a president and parliament selected in multiparty elections. In 2020 voters re-elected President Tsai Ing-wen of the Democratic Progressive Party to a second four-year term in an election considered free and fair. Civilian authorities maintained effective control over the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 April, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts, Human Rights Report
Solicitation No. TPE200-22-Q-0014 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a firm to provide manhole and two (2) Zoeller submersible pumps installation and commissioning services to improve an existing water drain system. AIT welcomes qualified vendors to submit a quotation for competition. Qualified bidders must attend a pre-proposal conference and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 April, 2022 | Topics: News
Solicitation No. TPE200-22-Q-0015 The American Institute in Taiwan (hereinafter referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide moving and construction services at AIT’s Kaohsiung Office. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 April, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
OT-2206 March 30, 2022 Director Sandra Oudkirk Remarks at Hsieh Nien Fan March 30, 2022 (As Prepared) President Tsai, AmCham Chairman Shih, distinguished guests and friends, good evening. It is my pleasure to be here with you tonight to discuss AIT’s approach to policy as the second year of the Biden Harris Administration begins. AIT ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 March, 2022 | Topics: Speeches
On March 22, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Taiwan Ministry of Justice (MOJ), the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), the Australia Office, and the Slovak Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei co-hosted a virtual GCTF workshop entitled “Combating Digital Crime.”|PR-2203|March 22, 2022
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 March, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2022 Press Releases, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
Sandra Oudkirk, Director of the American Institute in Taiwan This is a dangerous moment for Europe and for freedom-loving people around the world. By launching his brutal assault on the people of Ukraine, Vladimir Putin has also committed an assault on the principles that uphold global peace and democracy. But the people of Ukraine are ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 March, 2022 | Topics: News
On International Women’s Day, AIT Public Diplomacy Section Chief Diane Sovereign joined Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) Small and Medium Enterprise Administration Director General Ho Chin-Tsang at the Social Innovation Lab in Taipei to announce the call for applications for the 2022 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program in Taiwan.|PR-2202|March 8, 2022
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2022 Press Releases
If neither of the parents is eligible for the Taiwan Household Registration Transcript (HRT), please submit your child’s original hospital birth certificate. The original hospital birth certificate must meet the following requirements: It bears the official seal of the hospital/clinic and the date of issuance; It bears the signature of the attending physician. If your ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All
Protecting Labor Rights in Taiwan’s Distant-Waters Fishing Industry A Call for Proposals for Technology-enabled Solutions Objectives — Themes and priorities The application of innovative technologies to address the risks of forced labor for foreign and vulnerable crew members and to streamline procedures for marine emergency prevention, notification, and response. Real‑time management Smart equipment Labor-focused ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: News
No: TPE200-22-Q-0007 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide tailor-made uniforms service. The contract type will be an IDIQ with firm-fixed price(s) contract. All firms that respond to the RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 March, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative Factsheet 2022 Outcomes of the Second High-Level Dialogue on March 1, 2022: To reaffirm both sides’ commitment to deepening cooperation on international education, particularly in the area of English and Mandarin Chinese language education, based on what both sides have achieved in past years. To take of stock of achievements to date ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 March, 2022 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News | Tags: U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative
I lead this delegation of private citizens to voice our support for the continued and growing strength of the vital partnership between the United States and Taiwan. We come to Taiwan at a very difficult and critical moment in world history. As President Biden has said, democracy is facing sustained and alarming challenges, most recently ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 March, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts
Following the first high-level dialogue under the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative in 2020, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted the second high-level dialogue on March 1, 2022 to reaffirm both sides’ commitment to deepening cooperation on international education, particularly in the area of English and Mandarin Chinese language education, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 March, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2022 Press Releases
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for the BAS replacement parts and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. This solicitation will be awarded to the lowest priced, technically acceptable bid submitted by a responsible quoter. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 February, 2022 | Topics: News
Joint Statement on Quad Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON FEBRUARY 11, 2022 The following is the joint statement released by the Secretary of State of the United States and the Foreign Ministers of the Governments of Australia, India, and Japan. Begin Text. We, the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 February, 2022 | Topics: News
INDO-PACIFIC STRATEGY OF THE UNITED STATES FEBRUARY 2022 “THE FUTURE OF EACH OF OUR NATIONS—AND INDEED THE WORLD—DEPENDS ON A FREE AND OPEN INDO-PACIFIC ENDURING AND FLOURISHING IN THE DECADES AHEAD.” PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN QUAD LEADERS’ SUMMIT, SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 Read the full Indo-Pacific Strategy
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 February, 2022 | Topics: News
Agreement between the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States for TECHNICAL COOPERATION associated with ESTABLISHING SATELLITE-BASED MARINE OIL POLLUTION AND MARINE DEBRIS MONITORING COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITY To see the full document of the agreement, please click
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 February, 2022 | Topics: News
Agreement between the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States to Continue the Application of the Terms of the Agreement between the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States and the American Institute in Taiwan for Technical Cooperation associated with Development, Launch and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 February, 2022 | Topics: News
Today’s event reflects the value that both Taiwan and the United States place on equity, inclusion, and access and demonstrates how creative policy making at the local government level can advance shared values.|OT-2203|February 10, 2022
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 February, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Request For Quotation No. TPE200-22-Q-0009 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as “AIT”) has a requirement for event venue in Xinyi District of Taipei City. All firms that respond to this RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. If a firm is interested in competing for this requirement, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 February, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Fact vs. Fiction: Russian Disinformation on Ukraine FACT SHEET
OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON JANUARY 20, 2022 The Department of State, working with the U.S. interagency, is aware of several Russian military and intelligence entities that are engaged in information confrontation targeting Ukraine. These activities include the spread of disinformation and propaganda attempting to paint Ukraine and Ukrainian government officials ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 January, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this event. We are pleased to see increased interest from our European partners on Asia-Pacific security matters.|OT-2202|January 28, 2022
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 January, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Call for Proposals: Julia Taft Refugee Fund for FY 2022 Date Open: Tuesday, January 21, 2022 Date Closed: Friday, February 7, 2022 Maximum Award Amount: $25,000 Overview AIT, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), is pleased to welcome proposals for the 2022 Julia Taft Refugee Fund from potential partners ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 January, 2022 | Topics: News
I am excited to be here today to welcome you to attend this TCL (Teaching Chinese as a Second Language) conference as a part of the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative. |OT-2201|January 15, 2022
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 January, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2022 Official Texts, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
Solicitation No. TPE200-22-Q-0005 The American Institute in Taiwan (hereinafter referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Mandarin/Taiwanese language training services at AIT’s Taipei Office. The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 January, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Message for U.S. Citizens: Enroll in or update your information in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
BPA Advertisement No. TPE200-22-BPA-0001 The American Institute in Taiwan (hereinafter referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a university to provide language training services. All universities that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements: Be located ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 December, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On December 17, 2021, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), in partnership with Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Australian Office in Taipei co-hosted the seventh Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) Joint Committee meeting. During the meeting, representatives from Japan, Taiwan, the United States and Australia reviewed ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
WASHINGTON — At a December 15 ceremony hosted by the American Institute in Taiwan in Washington, D.C., Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) Representative Bi-khim Hsiao, American Institute in Taiwan-Washington Managing Director Ingrid Larson, U.S. Department of State Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Deputy Assistant Secretary Rick Waters, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
This anniversary is a good time to reflect on the extraordinary economic and political transformation Taiwan has experienced over the last 70 years. Throughout the past decades, the U.S. business community has been a significant contributor to growth and development both here and in the United States, and AmCham Taiwan has flourished along with Taiwan’s ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 December, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Today, Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo held an introductory call with the Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Wang Mei-hua.|PR-2165|December 7, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 December, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two coming to the United States. Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual coming to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight to the United States. You ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Ocean Affairs Council Deputy Minister Chou, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Southern Taiwan Office Deputy Director-General Liu, Taiwan International Ports Corporation Chairman Lee, Fisheries Agency Deep Sea Fishery Research and Development Center Deputy Director Yang, representatives of Maritime and Port Bureau, Brogent Group, Kaohsiung International Shipowners Association, fishery associations leaders, ladies and gentlemen, shipmates, members of ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
The February 2022 Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) will be administered from January 29 – February 6, 2022. People who are interested in the FSOT, please visit:
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: News
Deputy Minister Chen, Deputy Minister Tsai, honorable guests, friends, good morning! Dàjiā zǎo! First of all, I would like to congratulate Executive Director Chao and all other organizers for convening the first Taiwan Climate Action Expo.| OT-2159|December 3, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Foreign Minister Wu, Deputy Magistrate Liu, Chung Cheng University President Dr. Fong, representatives from the British Council, Australia, New Zealand and Canadian offices, esteemed guests, and online friends, good morning! I am excited to welcome you to today’s international education symposium which is a part of the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative.|OT-2158|November 30, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: Education, News, Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk, U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative
Are you a Taiwan college or graduate student interested in international affairs? Would you like to gain international work experience? Come join us at AIT! AIT is delighted to announce our Spring 2022 student internship program! Applications must be received by January 3, 2022. Apply today:
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: News
AIT is auctioning a batch of used furniture, scrap electrical appliances, and fiberglass step ladders. Please go to the
AIT Online Auction website to register and start bidding. The auction will be open for bids from November 30th-December 6th. Winning bidders will be notified by e-mail shortly after bidding closes. The buyer is solely responsible for pickup of the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 November, 2021 | Topics: Events, Non Immigrant Visas | Tags: AIT Auction
Representative Mark Takano (D-CA), Representative Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Representative Colin Allred (D-TX), Representative Sara Jacobs (D-CA), and Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC-1) visited Taiwan from November 25-26, 2021, as part of a larger visit to the Indo-Pacific region.|PR-2164|November 26, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Good morning, Deputy Foreign Minister Tien, current and former government officials, scholars and students, colleagues, friends, members of the media and distinguished guests. It is an honor to address this esteemed group in my capacity as the Director of the American Institute in Taiwan. I would like to especially thank National Taiwan University and the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Representative Mark Takano (D-CA), Representative Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Representative Colin Allred (D-TX), Representative Sara Jacobs (D-CA), and Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC) will visit Taiwan from November 25-26, 2021, as part of a larger visit to the Indo-Pacific region.|PR-2163|November 25, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez led the second annual U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue (EPPD), conducted under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in the United States, on November 22, 2021.|PR-2162|November 23, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
On November 22/23, 2021, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) virtually convened the second U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue (EPPD). U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez, Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Mei-Hua Wang, and Taiwan Minister of Science and Technology Tsung-Tsong Wu led ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
On Monday, November 22, 2021, Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez will lead the second U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue (EPPD), conducted under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in the United States.|PR-2160|November 20, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
First, I would like to congratulate all graduates of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs on your successful completion of the program. As you just heard from Acting Assistant Secretary Matt Lussenhop, we are proud of every one of you as you work to fulfill your entrepreneurship dream.|OT-2156|November 19, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office, in cooperation with the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) of the U.S. Department of State , convened the third annual U.S.-Taiwan Consultations on Democratic Governance in the Indo-Pacific Region this ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
I am delighted to have the opportunity to participate in AmCham Taiwan’s first-ever virtual annual general meeting. I have been very impressed by both Taiwan and AmCham Taiwan’s ability to adapt in these pandemic-affected times.|OT-2155|November 16, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
RFQ No: TPE200-22-Q-0004 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for a brand new SUV car and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 November, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) will celebrate International Education Week (IEW) from November 15-19, 2021. IEW is a U.S. Department of State initiative that promotes the benefits of international education and exchange programs worldwide.|PR-2158|November 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID), Senator Mike Lee (R-UT), Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Representative Tony Gonzales (R-TX), and Representative Jake Ellzey (R-TX) visited Taiwan from November 9-11, 2021, as part of a larger visit to the Indo-Pacific region.|PR-2157|November 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
BPA Advertisement No: TPE200-22-BPA-0003 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a car rental company to provide vehicle rental and professional transportation services. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 November, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
As the United States and Taiwan both know all too well, the internet age has seen a dramatic rise in the spread and effectiveness of disinformation. As open, democratic societies, the United States, Taiwan, and many others are particularly vulnerable to the pernicious effects of intentionally misleading and harmful misinformation.|OT-2154|November 9, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
This is the third GCTF workshop to focus on disinformation and media literacy. Over 100 officials and civil society experts from over 20 countries shared lessons learned from recent elections, both in Taiwan and around the world, as well as legislative and civil society tools available to deal with disinformation.|PR-2156|November 9, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
BPA Advertisement No: TPE200-22-BPA-0002 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a four-star or five-star hotels in Taipei City to provide Hotel Lodging and Meeting package. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 November, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Location: Worldwide Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy. This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us. Effective November 8, all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 November, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Hi, everyone. Welcome to the official kick-off of AIT Esports! Video gaming platforms have become one of the biggest communication mediums on the planet. Massive Multiplayer Online Games like League of Legends have more than 150 million registered users.|OT-2153|November 5, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
On November 4-5, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Taiwan Ministry of Science and Technology, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), the Australian Office Taipei, and Israel Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei co-hosted a virtual GCTF workshop on “Implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.”|PR-2155|November 4, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Foreign Minister Wu, Representative Izumi, Representative Bloomfield, Representative Caspi, honored guests, I am glad to join you in opening this important Global Cooperation and Training Framework workshop on “Implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.”|OT-2152|November 4, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Good afternoon, I am AIT’s Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth. Welcome to the American Innovation Center (AIC) and welcome to those of you joining us virtually on Gather Town. I’m glad that we have all come together today to discuss a topic that is very important to all of us at AIT. On his inauguration day, President ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
AIT is very pleased to help facilitate this shipment of 1.5 million doses of Moderna vaccine that is being donated by the U.S. government to the people of Taiwan. We are proud to be able to add to the 2.5 million doses of Moderna that the United States provided in June.|OT-2150|November 1, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 November, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
AIT is pleased to announce the arrival in Taiwan of 1.5 million doses of Moderna vaccine donated by the U.S. government. Following the previous donation of vaccines in June, this brings the total doses of vaccines donated to Taiwan by the United States to four million.|PR-2154|November 1, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 November, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Minister Chang, ladies, gentlemen, friends, good morning! It is my great pleasure to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Taiwan’s Environmental Education Act. Congratulations! I applaud the contributions from Taiwan’s EPA, local environmental bureaus, schools, and the private sector to raise awareness and create lasting change in Taiwan’s environmental education ecosystem in order to build a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 October, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Good morning everyone, thank you for coming today. I hope you got through the door without any problem. It is fantastic to see all of you here in person. Given my schedule and the COVID requirements, I have not had the opportunity to really talk with most of you since arriving in Taiwan earlier this summer. I have, however, been reading your reporting and I am ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 October, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
This morning, AIT co-hosted with TAITRA a session of the Indo-Pacific Business Forum (IPBF) entitled “Building a Resilient Supply Chain to Power Electric Vehicles for the Future.” During the session, representatives of Taiwan’s public and private sectors discussed how Taiwan utilizes its experiences and expertise in information and communication technology (ICT) products to develop a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Hello everyone! On behalf of the American Institute in Taiwan, I am delighted to welcome you to participate in this virtual panel co-hosted with the Taiwan External Trade Development Council, otherwise known as TAITRA. Today, you will hear from a diverse panel of experienced Taiwan industry players about Taiwan’s role working with likeminded partners to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 October, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Supporting Taiwan’s Participation in the UN System PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE OCTOBER 26, 2021 Taiwan has become a democratic success story. Its model supports transparency, respect for human rights, and the rule of law – values that align with those of the United Nations (UN). Taiwan is critical to the global ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Since the GCTF’s 2015 program launch, this is the fifth GCTF event to focus on women’s empowerment. The workshop provided policymakers, professionals in the private sector, and civil society leaders a platform to share insights on fulfilling women’s equal participation in public life and highlight the critical issues of why women are still underrepresented in ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
While the improvement in the United States is notable and the continued successes of Taiwan truly commendable, we all still have a long road ahead of us to achieve parity, which is what brings us together today.|OT-2146|October 27, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 October, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Washington, D. C. – On October 22, 2021, the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) convened high-level representatives of the U.S. Department of State and the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a virtual forum on expanding Taiwan’s participation at the United Nations and in other international fora.|PR-215|October ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
On October 15, American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Director Sandra Oudkirk took her first trip as Director to southern Taiwan, visiting the city of Kaohsiung. Director Oudkirk engaged in introductory meetings with key leaders to exchange views on issues of mutual importance to both the United States and Taiwan. |PR-2150|October 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
It is my pleasure to meet you in person as we kick off the Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs (IWE) program. Today we will have the first of our Training Workshops, bringing together more than 30 indigenous women entrepreneurs and mentors from around the island.|OT-2145|October 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 October, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), Taipei City Government, National Space Organization (NSPO) of National Applied Research Laboratories (NARLabs), and g0v Jothon hosted the 2021 NASA Space Apps Challenge Hackathon in Taipei from October 2-3.| PR-2149|October 14, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, NASA Hackathon SpaceAppsChallenge
Solicitation No. TPE200-22-Q-0002 The American Institute in Taiwan (hereinafter referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Urban Plan Land Rezoning Technical Consultant Services for AIT. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 October, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Minister of Interior Hsu, Deputy Foreign Minister Tseng, Chief Representative Izumi, panelists, virtual guests, good morning! It is my pleasure to offer remarks to kick off this virtual GCTF on combatting cybercrime through international law enforcement cooperation. We are grateful for the contributions of experts from the United States, Taiwan, and Japan and for the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 October, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
On October 6, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Taiwan Ministry of Interior (MOI), and the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA) co-hosted a virtual GCTF workshop entitled “Combating Cybercrime through International Law Enforcement Collaboration.”|PR-2148|October 6, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 October, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
Dear participants and collaborators, I am AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk. During the next 48 hours, you will join participants from around the world to use Earth observation data to develop solutions to issues our world is facing.| OT-2143|October 1, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 October, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
On September 29, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), and the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA) co-hosted a virtual GCTF workshop entitled “Building Resilience and Accelerating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Through Technology.”|PR-2147|September 30, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 September, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
Deputy to the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Prescott, Foreign Minister Wu, Chief Representative Izumi, panelists, virtual guests, good morning! It is my pleasure to offer remarks to kick off this virtual GCTF on building resilience and accelerating the UN Sustainable Development Goals through technology.|OT-2142|September 30, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 September, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
This workshop is the final activity for the United States, Taiwan, and Japan in a yearlong effort that began on the tenth anniversary of the March 11, 2011 triple disaster at Fukushima, and ends on September 21, the 22nd anniversary of Taiwan’s second deadliest seismic event ever, the Chi Chi earthquake in Nantou. Through the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 September, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
On September 24, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Taiwan Ministry of Science and Technology, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), the British Office Taipei, and the Australian Office Taipei co-hosted part two of the virtual GCTF workshop entitled “Building Disaster Resilience at Global and National Levels.”|PR-2146|September 24, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 September, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
The Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan has announced that an air defense exercise, Wan An No. 44, will be conducted on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, from 1:30-2:00 p.m. The exercise is scheduled for 30 minutes and will take place across Taiwan. No personnel evacuation or traffic control measures will be implemented in order to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) cautions U.S. citizens that Typhoon Chanthu is currently in the western Pacific Ocean east of Taiwan. This severe typhoon has been building in intensity and moving rapidly toward Taiwan. Typhoon Chanthu poses major risks and potential damage from both high winds and torrential downpours, especially on Saturday and Sunday when the island ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 September, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
It is my pleasure to offer remarks at the conclusion of the first-ever Global Cooperation and Training Framework webinar focused on the intersection of artificial intelligence and labor. We are grateful for the contributions of experts from the United States, Taiwan, and Japan and for the participation of distinguished guests from around the world.|OT-2140|September 10, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 September, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
On September 9-10, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Taiwan Ministry of Labor (MOL), the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), and Slovak Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei co-hosted a virtual GCTF workshop entitled “The Future of Work in a Post-Covid-19 Economic Recovery.”|PR-2145|September 10, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 September, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), Taipei City Government, National Space Organization (NSPO) of National Applied Research Laboratories (NARLabs), and g0v Jothon will host the 2021 NASA Space Apps Challenge Hackathon in Taipei from October 2-3. |PR-2144|September 9, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 September, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, NASA Hackathon SpaceAppsChallenge
American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Director Sandra Oudkirk continued to have introductory meetings with Taiwan counterparts this week to exchange views on a wide range of issues of importance to both the United States and Taiwan. |PR-2143|September 2, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 September, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Friends from the media, colleagues, ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon. It is an honor to be here today to witness the MOU signing ceremony between Taiwan’s Ministry of Culture and the Foundation of Scholarly Exchange (FSE) as Honorary Chair of the FSE Board.|OT-2139|August 31, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 August, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Director Sandra Oudkirk continued to have introductory meetings with Taiwan counterparts this week to exchange views on a wide range of issues of importance to both the United States and Taiwan. |PR-2142|August 27, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
A career foreign service officer within the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service, Erich Kuss arrived in Taiwan in July 2021 to begin his posting as Chief of the Agricultural Section at the American Institute in Taiwan. Prior to his posting in Taiwan, Mr. Kuss most recently served as Acting Minister-Counselor for Agricultural Affairs in Mexico City. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 August, 2021 | Topics: News
American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Director Sandra Oudkirk continued to have introductory meetings with Taiwan counterparts this week to discuss a wide range of issues of importance to both the United States and Taiwan. |PR-2141|August 20, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Following meetings with President Tsai Ing-wen and Foreign Minister Joseph Wu this week, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk met with additional leaders in Taiwan for the first time since assuming duties as Director of the American Institute in Taiwan to continue discussions on a wide-range of issues of importance to both the United States and Taiwan.|PR-2140|August ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for two brand new four-door sedan cars and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (Taipei time). Clarification ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
It is my great pleasure to kick off today’s workshop on “Green Energy: A Way to a Clean and Sustainable Earth,” held under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework program, or “GCTF.” |OT-2138|August 12, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 August, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
On August 11, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), and Australian Office Taipei co-hosted a virtual GCTF workshop entitled “Green Energy: A Way to a Clean and Sustainable Earth.”|PR-2139|August 12, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Today the United States Coast Guard and Taiwan Coast Guard held the first Coast Guard Working Group (CGWG) meeting. The CGWG is part of the framework to increase bilateral maritime cooperation outlined under the March 2021 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Earlier today, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk met with President Tsai Ing-wen for the first time since assuming duties as Director of the American Institute in Taiwan. |PR-2137|August 10, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
John (Hsieh), thanks for the kind introduction. I was last here in 2019, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act with you. In many ways the time since has been difficult; many of us here today probably feel we spent the last year or so in hibernation as the world tackled the COVID-19 pandemic. |OT-2137|August ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 August, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Chairman James F. Moriarty
Earlier today, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk met with Foreign Minister Joseph Wu for the first time since assuming duties as Director of the American Institute in Taiwan. |PR-2136|August 9, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
The American Institute in Taiwan is excited and honored to announce that two Taiwan performing art ensembles -- Resident Island Dance Theatre from Pingtung County, and Twincussion from Taipei -- will participate in the Center Stage Season 6 U.S. Tour during the 2022-2023 performance season.|PR-2135|August 5, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0037 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide drapes and cleaning services to AIT. The contract type will be an indefinite-quantity indefinite-delivery contract. All firms that respond to this request for quotation (RFQ) must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 August, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Please join AIT to celebrate the Fulbright Program’s 75th Anniversary! The Fulbright Program is the United States government’s flagship international educational and cultural exchange program, in partnership with more than 160 countries worldwide.|PR-2134|August 1, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
PR-2133 July 28, 2021 Ed Dunn Commences as AIT Spokesperson On July 27, 2021, Mr. Ed Dunn began in his new role as the Spokesperson at the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT). Before joining AIT, Mr. Dunn participated in the U.S. Department of State “Lawrence S. Eagleburger Fellowship,” working at a global strategic communications and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a firm to provide a Haivision media platform solution and welcomes qualified vendors to submit a quotation for competition. The contract will be a firm-fixed-priced contract. All firms that respond to this solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) cautions U.S. citizens that Typhoon In-Fa is currently in the western Pacific Ocean east of Taiwan. Although Taiwan’s Central Weather Bureau (CWB) does not expect Typhoon In-Fa to make direct landfall in Taiwan, the northeastern and northern parts of the island will likely begin to feel the effects of the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for a brand new 5 Ton Commercial Truck and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (Taipei time). ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The United States applauds the agreement to establish a Taiwan Office in Lithuania. |PR-2132|July 20, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Mr. Jeremy Cornforth arrived in Taiwan on July 19 to take up the position as Deputy Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT). |PR-2131|July 19, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth
On July 16, 2021, W. Brent Christensen departed Taipei after completing a three-year posting as Director of AIT. |PR-2130|July 16, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
On July 15, 2021, Ms. Sandra Oudkirk assumed the position of Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT). |PR-2129|July 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0040 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a firm to provide landscaping services at the AIT Taipei compound. Landscaping services are to include sod/turf and new flower/shrub planting as well as drainage installation. Qualified bidders must attend a pre-proposal conference and site visit at AIT on August ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Independence Day was celebrated in the United States on Sunday, July 4. And today, we are commemorating America’s 245th birthday here in Taiwan. In our observance of our Independence Day, we celebrate the birth of America as a nation with a government “of the people, by the people and for the people.”|OT-2136|July 13, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 July, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Sandra Oudkirk, the Director-designate of American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), arrived in Taiwan on July 12. She expressed her delight to be in Taiwan once again. |PR-2128|July 12, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0035 Architectural services for the solar photovoltaic system design of an existing office building (rooftop of parking garage); estimated construction cost above USD 250,000; Neihu, Taipei, Taiwan. Firms responding to this announcement on or before closing date will be considered for selection using the following evaluation criteria of equal weight: Relevant, professional qualifications ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0038 The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has a requirement for installations of one (1) new outdoor air conditioning unit and two (2) new indoor air conditioning units and welcomes qualified vendors to submit a quotation for competition. Qualified bidders must attend a site visit at AIT on July 30, 2021 to submit ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 July, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
As my time as AIT Director draws to a close and I prepare to leave Taiwan, I want to take this opportunity to tell you what this experience has meant to me. It is not an exaggeration to say that this has been the honor of my life and the fulfillment of a career-long aspiration.|OT-2134|July ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 July, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Today marks the third Ocean Challenge event, a joint effort between AIT and the Ocean Affairs Council. I would like to thank the OAC for their continued partnership and support for this important youth-focused endeavor. |OT-2135|July 7, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Sandra Oudkirk as the new Director of its Taipei office, succeeding Mr. Brent Christensen beginning summer 2021. |PR-2127|July 6, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Deputy Director Raymond Greene has departed AIT after completing his three-year tenure. |PR-2126|July 2, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 July, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Deputy Director Jeremy Cornforth, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene
OT-2133 July 2, 2021 2021 Trafficking in Persons Report – Taiwan Taiwan (Tier 1) June 2021 Taiwan authorities fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking. Authorities continued to demonstrate serious and sustained efforts during the reporting period, considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, if any, on their anti-trafficking capacity; therefore Taiwan ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 July, 2021 | Topics: News, Reports, Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, Trafficking in Persons Report
WASHINGTON – The United States and Taiwan held the eleventh Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) Council meeting yesterday under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO). Assistant United States Trade Representative Terry McCartin and Jen-ni Yang, Deputy Trade Representative ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA)
As my three years as AIT Director soon come to an end, the relaunch of the TIFA process is a fitting conclusion to my time here.|OT-2132|June 30, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA)
AIT is pleased to announce the 11th Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) Council meeting will be held via digital video conference on Wednesday June 30th Taipei time.|PR-2124|June 25, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
As I have said before, the U.S.-Taiwan relationship is a rare and special one. Yet I have been personally – and pleasantly – surprised by the dramatic growth in our ties as we weathered the global pandemic over the past year and a half. |OT-2131|June 25, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Let me begin by thanking Foreign Minister Wu not only for this gracious honor, but for everything you and your MOFA team have done to enhance the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. We at AIT could not have asked for better partners to advance our shared interests and values across the Indo-Pacific and around the world. |OT-2130|June 24, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene
It is truly an honor to be here today to receive this award. As I prepare to leave Taiwan, I am reminded of the first time I arrived here over 40 years ago when Taiwan had yet to become the economic powerhouse and democratic success story that it is today. It was my early experience ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
IMPLEMENTING AGREEMENT RELATING TO PARTICIPATION IN THE RADIATION PROTECTION COMPUTER CODE ANALYSIS AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM BETWEEN THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE IN TAIWAN AND THE TAIPEI ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN THE UNITED STATES The American Institute in Taiwan (hereinafter referred to as “AIT’) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 June, 2021 | Topics: News
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0036 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) is hereby soliciting for a Haivision media platform solution and welcomes qualified vendors to submit a quotation for competition. Vendor eligibility requirements are outlined below. If a firm is interested in bidding on this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via e-mail at
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical uncertainties have posed opportunities and challenges to supply chains around the world. There is a growing demand to develop more resilient, intelligent, and sustainable global supply chains. While businesses and citizens are at the front line of these changes, governments are also involved to meet the needs of society.|PR-2123|June 22, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
As my three years as AIT Director will soon come to a close, I am proud to say that the work AIT has accomplished in raising awareness on securing resilient supply chains with Taiwan and our likeminded partners has been a great success. Our efforts towards building global supply chain resiliency have become a critical ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
AIT is pleased to facilitate and announce the arrival in Taiwan of 2.5 million doses of Moderna vaccine donated by the U.S. government.|PR-2122|June 20, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
AIT has a long history of positive cooperation with Taiwan on the protection of intellectual property rights, including just last year for our first ever GCTF workshop on IPR. That workshop was well-attended and received high marks from participants, leading us all to agree that a follow-on event this year would be well received.|OT-2127|June 17, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
This morning, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Taiwan High Prosecutors Office (THPO), and the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA) kicked off a two-day virtual Global Cooperation and Training Framework workshop on intellectual property rights (IPR) protection with a focus on prosecution of cross-border cases related to trade-secrets ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
WASHINGTON – United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai today met virtually with Taiwan Minister-Without-Portfolio John Deng.|PR-2120|June 11, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Are you a Taiwan college or graduate student interested in international affairs? Would you like to gain international work experience? Come join us at AIT! AIT is delighted to announce our Fall 2021 student internship program! Applications must be received by July 8. Apply today:
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 June, 2021 | Topics: News
The American Institute in Taiwan is pleased to announce that 220 delegates representing 153 companies from across Taiwan are joining the Department of Commerce SelectUSA Investment Summit June 7-10. This represents the largest single delegation from a foreign market to ever attend the annual Summit, which is now in its eighth year. Due to the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0031 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide waste removal and disposal services for AIT Taipei compound. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0033 The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has a requirement for one (1) new Grundfos submersible pump and one (1) new Franklin Electric Motor as well as installation and commissioning for an existing water system, and welcomes qualified vendors to submit a quotation for competition. The contract will be a firm-fixed-priced contract. All ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Ni Hao! Thank you so much for welcoming us. It is such an honor for me to join with these two tremendous senators: Senator Duckworth and Senator Sullivan, who have served our nation in our nation's military, who’s personal stories of commitment and engagement in this region of the world are inspiring to me and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
Well thank you, everybody. It's great to be back in Taiwan. I want to begin by just mentioning something that I think most people know, but it's always important to reiterate: the United States has a long history of advancing security, prosperity, and democracy in the Indo-Pacific area. We are an Asia-Pacific nation. We have ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
Thank you. I'm so honored to be here today, and we are here to today to underscore the bipartisan support for Taiwan and the strength of our partnership.|OT-2124|June 6, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 June, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
Senator Tammy Duckworth and Senator Dan Sullivan of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Senator Christopher Coons of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will travel to Taiwan on June 6, 2021.|PR-2118|June 5, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
BPA Advertisement No: TPE200-21-BPA-0006 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Furniture Refinishing and Reupholstery services. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements: ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
We warmly welcome the White House announcement that Taiwan will be included in the first tranche of the more than 80 million COVID-19 vaccines the United States is planning to share with those in need.|PR-2117|June 4, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
As the United States continues our efforts to get every eligible American vaccinated and fight COVID-19 here at home, we also recognize that ending this pandemic means ending it everywhere. As long as this pandemic is raging anywhere in the world, the American people will still be vulnerable. And the United States is committed to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 June, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
ARRANGEMENT BETWEEN THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE IN TAIWAN AND THE TAIPEI ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN THE UNITED STATES FOR THE EXCHANGE OF TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND COOPERATION IN NUCLEAR SAFETY MATTERS The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO), hereinafter referred to as the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 May, 2021 | Topics: News
OT-2123 May 26, 2021 AIT Director W. Brent Christensen’s Remarks at GCTF on Anti-Money Laundering May 26, 2021 Greetings! As Director of the American Institute in Taiwan, and on behalf of the United States government, I ’d like to welcome you to the 2021 Global Cooperation and Training Framework workshop (GCTF ) on anti-money ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
PR-2115 May 26, 2021 Press Release on GCTF Workshop on Anti-Money Laundering The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) was pleased to co-host with Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau (MJIB), Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), and the Australian Office a virtual Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) workshop on anti-money ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Good morning. As you may know, my three years as AIT Director will soon come to a close. I can honestly say that this assignment – serving as Director of the American Institute in Taiwan – was my dream job. And my experience exceeded my expectations in every way.|OT-2122|May 26, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 May, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
We, the American Institute in Taiwan, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association and the Australian Office in Taipei, wish to express our support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the work of the World Health Organization, and Taiwan’s participation as an observer in the World Health Assembly.|PR-2114|May 25, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 May, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
As a member of the Open Government Partnership (OGP), the United States supports greater transparency and civic participation in public affairs. To highlight Open Government Week 2021, today Acting Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Scott Busby of the Department of State’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor joined the OGP, Transparency International, and Taiwanese Digital ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 May, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
These are difficult times and talking about COVID-19 vaccines can be a sensitive subject. But just because this is a challenging topic, does not mean that health experts cannot build connections and work on ways to move forward.|OT-2121|May 19, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 May, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
On May 18, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) was pleased to co-host with Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, the UK, and the Australian Office a virtual Global Cooperation and Training Framework (vGCTF) workshop entitled “COVID-19 Vaccine Roll-out: Experiences and Challenges.”|PR-2112|May 19, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 May, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
2020 INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM REPORT OT-2120 TAIWAN Executive Summary The constitution provides for freedom of religious belief. Domestic service workers and caretakers are not covered under the labor standards law and are therefore not legally guaranteed a weekly rest day. Due to this exclusion, many domestic workers continued to be unable to attend religious services. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 May, 2021 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: International Religious Freedom Report
I want to congratulate TAITRA for their tremendous efforts in publishing this inaugural whitepaper. This comprehensive analysis sheds light on complex supply chain trends, opportunities, and challenges that Taiwan industries are facing as the world rethinks the supply chain network of the past.|OT-2119|May 6, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 May, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
I can say with firsthand knowledge that your participation today is not just a token gesture. AIT has cooperated with many of you on major cybersecurity events and initiatives, particularly over the past eighteen months, including last year’s research trip to the RSA cybersecurity conference in San Francisco, the critical infrastructure virtual seminar, the cybersecurity ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 May, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Today is the 51st anniversary of Earth Day, with an estimated one billion people around the world mobilizing to commemorate it. The events of today’s Innovation Forum highlight U.S. commitment to the environment and to finding innovative solutions for combating climate change. This aligns with President Biden’s priority of placing climate change at the center ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, American Innovation Center
This past year has had more than its share of tragedy, as the COVID-19 pandemic is still wreaking havoc throughout the globe. But 2021 has also brought some hope and we can see signs of a return to normalcy on the horizon. I know that I speak for all of us in the room in ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 April, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
RFQ No. TPE200-21-Q-0029 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide the remodel service at AIT. The contract will be a firm fixed price contract. All firms that respond to the RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
First of all, I want to tell you what a great thrill it is for me, and for the delegation led by Senator Dodd, to be here in Taipei, to be here in this room, and most importantly, meeting the President, Dr. Tsai Ing-wen. So good to see you again, Madam President.|OT-2115|April 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
On behalf of the delegation, thank you Madame President for welcoming us to Taiwan and hosting us. I am honored to be joined on this visit to Taiwan by two seasoned foreign policy hands with particular knowledge and experience in Taiwan-U.S. relations — Richard Armitage, who served as Deputy Secretary of State in the George ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
Good morning President Tsai, Advisor Koo, Minister Wu, let me just say that I too am honored and pleased to be here today with two great Americans, my good friends, Senator Dodd and Ambassador Richard Armitage, who really represent the finest that America has and I am honored today to be with you.|OT-2113|April 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) was pleased to cohost a one-day virtual Global Cooperation and Training Framework (vGCTF) workshop on Supply Chain Restructuring and SME Financing with the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), and first-time host the European Economic and Trade Office in Taiwan (EETO).|PR-2111|April 14, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Well before the devastation wrought by the global pandemic made countries around the world consider the vulnerabilities of their supply chains, we at AIT recognized the shifting trends in global supply chains and the critical role that Taiwan can play. Over the past year and a half, we have been closely working with Taiwan on the promotion of global ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 April, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0028 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide a reception package for AIT. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to this request for quotation (RFQ) must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
In 2019, the U.S. government launched the Women’s Global Development & Prosperity Initiative (W-GDP), strengthening women’s economic and political empowerment to increase the prospect of women’s economic empowerment. This year, in support of the initiative, the U.S. Department of State launched the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), providing an opportunity of entrepreneurship training for women-led ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 April, 2021 | Topics: News
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0026 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a firm to provide intercommunications system maintenance services for consular teller windows. The contract will be a firm-fixed-priced contract. All firms that respond to this solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On behalf of the American people, the American Institute in Taiwan sends its deepest condolences to the victims, families, and communities impacted by today’s tragic train derailment.|PR-2110|April 2, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 April, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
RFQ No: TPE200-21-Q-0023 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a five-star hotel event venue within Zhongshan District or Xinyi District of Taipei City. All firms that respond to this RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On March 30, 2021, the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office convened high-level representatives of the U.S. Department of State and the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a virtual forum on expanding Taiwan’s participation in UN organizations and other international fora. |PR-2109|April 1, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 April, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Taiwan is a democracy led by a president and parliament selected in multiparty elections. On January 11, voters re-elected President Tsai Ing-wen of the Democratic Progressive Party to another four-year term in an election considered free and fair.|OT-2111|March 31, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: Human Rights, Official Reports, Reports, Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, Human Rights Report
On March 28, 2021, His Excellency Surangel Whipps, Jr., President of the Republic of Palau, traveled to Taiwan to launch the Taiwan-Palau travel bubble. Taiwan and Palau’s remarkable handling of the COVID-19 pandemic made this development possible.|PR-2108|March 30, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
It is a special privilege to be part of the delegation of President of Palau, Surangel Whipps Jr. to visit Taiwan to commemorate the start of the travel bubble between Taipei and Koror on April 1. I believe this will be the first two-way travel bubble in the Indo-Pacific since the onset of the global ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
Practically speaking, this travel and the new policy that made it possible, is a tangible sign of progress and cause for optimism in the fight against COVID-19. It shows that Taiwan and Palau’s diligent and effective COVID prevention efforts have brought them to a point of stability and security that allowed them to begin the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
It’s a pleasure for me to be here today and for the American Institute in Taiwan to partner with Forward Alliance for this “Be Prepared” (《後盾計畫》) workshop. Today you will learn medical and other skills that can help the community – your community – in times of crisis. |OT-2108|March 30, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene
AIT and TECRO signed an important Memorandum of Understanding on international education cooperation last year. This Initiative gives Taiwan and the United States the opportunity to strengthen our cooperation and collaboration on international education in many different ways. One key method is to increase the numbers of Americans coming to Taiwan to study, while at ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The American Institute in Taiwan is pleased that Taiwan joined the United States and our international partners to participate in the March 26 virtual high-level meeting on “Strengthening Africa’s Resilience and Response to Ebola Virus.” |PR-2107|March 27, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 March, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
Yesterday in Washington, AIT and TECRO signed a Memorandum of Understanding to further cooperation between the U.S. Coast Guard and Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration. This MOU formalizes our already robust and longstanding cooperation with Taiwan’s Coast Guard, and, notably, is the first one signed in the Biden Administration. |OT-2106|March 26, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
On March 25, 2021, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a Coast Guard Working Group (CGWG). |PR-2106|March 26, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
I am delighted to be here to participate in the groundbreaking ceremony for Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s new Tongluo Fabrication Plant. This is a great opportunity to congratulate PSMC, to highlight the leadership role Taiwan plays in the global semiconductor industry, and to restate the U.S. government’s focus on supply chain security.|OT-2105|March 25, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0019 The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has a requirement for one (1) new split air conditioning outdoor unit to replace an existing unit and welcomes qualified vendors to submit a quotation for competition. The contract will be a firm-fixed-priced contract. All firms that respond to this solicitation must be technically qualified and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 March, 2021 | Topics: News
Today marks the ten-year anniversary of the March 11, 2011 triple disaster in Fukushima, one of the most tragic events in our lifetime. As the disaster unfolded a decade ago, Taiwan and the United States came to Japan’s aid, making the most substantial contributions to the relief effort of any donor in the world.|PR-2105|March 11, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 March, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
American Institute in Taiwan Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Number: AIT2021200-001 Deadline for Applications: April 12, 2021 Total Amount Available: Up to $20,000 USD A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The American Institute in Taiwan announces an open competition for individuals and/or organizations to submit applications to create and implement programs to support and increase Taiwan’s capacity ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 March, 2021 | Topics: News
It is fitting that we come together today to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the March 11, 2011 Great Japan Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami for a workshop focused on rebuilding communities and nations following disaster. We still have so much to learn from one another. | OT-2104|March 10, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Before I begin, I’d like to wish everyone a Happy International Women’s Day! It is a real pleasure to help announce today the launch of this important and meaningful training program – the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs – or AWE. We all know that when women are successful, communities proposer, countries thrive, and the world ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) established AWE in 2019 to support the goals of the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity (W-GDP) Initiative, which demonstrates U.S. commitment to advancing women’s economic empowerment and reaching 50 million women globally by 2025.|PR-2104|March 8, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 March, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
RFQ No: TPE200-21-Q-0011 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide internet circuits and connection service for both Taipei and Kaohsiung offices. All firms that respond to this RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 March, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
AIT is proud to announce that on Saturday, February 27, Director Brent Christensen will participate in the ceremonial tip-off of the P. LEAGUE+ match between the Hsinchu Lioneers and Taoyuan Pilots at the Hsinchu County Stadium.|PR-2103|February 26, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
RFQ No. TPE200-21-Q-0018 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to install extension deck with stairs and glass railing at AIT’s property. The contract will be a firm fixed price contract. All firms that respond to the RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
RFQ No: TPE200-21-Q-0015 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide JUCR UPS battery replacement service. All firms that respond to this RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements when ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
BPA Advertisement No: TPE200-21-BPA-0005 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Door to Door Delivery Services. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements: ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
BPA Advertisement No. TPE200-21-BPA-0004 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide automobile maintenance and repair services. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements: ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 February, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The United States applauds the agreement to establish a Taiwan Office in Guyana. |PR-2102|February 4, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 February, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: COVID-19, Guyana, Taiwan Office
The United States has a long and abiding commitment to Taiwan’s self-defense, as elaborated in the recently declassified “United States Strategic Framework for the Indo-Pacific,” which we often describe as our vision for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. The Framework lays out the U.S. objective “to enable Taiwan to develop an effective asymmetric defense strategy and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 January, 2021 | Topics: News
Inaugural Address by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. January 20, 2021 The United States Capitol THE PRESIDENT: Chief Justice Roberts, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Vice President Pence, distinguished guests, and my fellow Americans. This is America’s day. This is democracy’s day. A day of history and hope. Of renewal and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Speeches
Deputy Secretary Mitchell Zais recently joined State Department officials and representatives from American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) at a virtual meeting with Taiwan representatives to identify potential steps that the United States and Taiwan could take to meet the growing need for Mandarin teachers in the United States, and for English instructors on Taiwan. The ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
As you may have heard, on December 2, AIT and TECRO signed an important Memorandum of Understanding on international education cooperation. This MOU gives Taiwan and the United States the opportunity to strengthen our cooperation and collaboration on international education.|OT-2102|January 16, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 January, 2021 | Topics: Education, Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative
It is important for me to be clear on the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. The United States stands with Taiwan. The United States will always stand with Taiwan. The United States stands shoulder to shoulder with Taiwan as pillars of democracy.|OT-2101|January 15, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 January, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2021 Official Text
BPA Advertisement No: TPE200-21-BPA-0003 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Office Supplies. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements: Have an established ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 January, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Brent Omdahl currently serves as the Commercial Section Chief of the American Institute in Taiwan, where he leads a team of 20 marketing and customer service professionals. His team’s primary roles are to promote cooperation between U.S. firms, Taiwan companies and the Taiwan authorities, and assist Taiwanese firms to expand in the United States. He ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 January, 2021 | Topics: News
Ambassador Kelly Craft will travel to Taipei January 13-15 for meetings with senior Taiwan counterparts and members of the diplomatic community.|PR-2101|January 8, 2021
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 January, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2021 Press Releases
RFQ No: TPE200-21-Q-0006 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide office cubicle and installation service. All firms that respond to this RFQ must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements when ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 January, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Facility Maintenance Supplies, such as Hardware and Janitorial Products. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements: ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 December, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Taiwan relies on imports for an affordable, reliable, and varied food supply. The United States is the single largest supplier of agricultural and food imports, providing 25% of Taiwan’s total import market. Taiwan is the 7th largest agricultural export market for the United States. We take pride in the safety and quality of the food ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
On December 14, 2020, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) signed a new Science and Technology Agreement (STA) that will strengthen cooperation between the two societies to advance joint understanding on a broad range of science and technology topics.|PR-2067|December 18, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
BPA Advertisement No: TPE200-21-BPA-0001 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Furniture Refinishing and Reupholstery services. All firms that respond to the advertisement must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements: ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 December, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The United States and Taiwan have an impressive record of cooperation and joint achievements, particularly in the area of science and technology. Our shared traditions of innovation and entrepreneurship ensure that both the United States and Taiwan will benefit from our continued scientific and technological engagements.|OT-2054|December 18, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 December, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
On December 15, 2020, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), in partnership with Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), and Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association co-hosted the sixth Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) Joint Committee in Taipei. |PR-2066|December 15, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
It is my distinct pleasure to be with you today and to join my colleagues at the Development Finance Corporation and the United States Agency for International Development to support the public launch of Women’s Livelihood Bond 3. Indeed, this program is a testament to the United States and Taiwan’s commitment to the shared value ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 December, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
A joint press conference was held on December 14, 2020 at the Executive Yuan to announce U.S.-Taiwan Cooperation on Women’s Livelihood Bond. Minister John C.C. Deng, Minister Joseph Wu, Secretary General Timothy Hsiang of TaiwanICDF, and AIT/T Director Brent Christensen attended the conference.|PR-2065|December 14, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0004 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide corrective services to improve drainage at AIT Taipei compound. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 December, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
I am excited to be here today for the public launch of the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative. This new bilateral Initiative is aimed at expanding access to Chinese and English language instruction, while safeguarding academic freedom.|OT-2052|December 3, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: Education, Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative
PR-2064 December 3, 2020 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE IN TAIWAN AND THE TAIPEI ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN THE UNITED STATES ON INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION COOPERATION A. Objective The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO), collectively referred to as ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
As part of the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on language education cooperation.|PR-2063|December 3, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: Education, Press Releases
Facilitated by the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO), the United States and Taiwan held a series of events this week to launch the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative. |PR-2062|December 3, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Just a few hours ago, the United States and Taiwan concluded the inaugural meeting of the U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue. Convened under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in the United States, the U.S.-Taiwan Economic Dialogue signifies that not only is the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 November, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Convened under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in the United States, the U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership (EPP) Dialogue signifies that the United States-Taiwan economic relationship is strong and growing. |PR-2061|November 21, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
PR-2060 November 21, 2020 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between the AMERICAN INSTITUTE IN TAIWAN and the TAIPEI ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN THE UNITED STATES on establishing a U.S.-TAIWAN ECONOMIC PROSPERITY PARTNERSHIP DIALOGUE The American Institute in Taiwan (“AIT”), and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (“TECRO”), each a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Based on these values and demonstrating the importance of this relationship, today the United States and Taiwan, under the auspices of the American Institute of Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO), held the inaugural meeting of the U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership (EPP) Dialogue in Washington. |PR-2059|November 21, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
WASHINGTON — At a November 18 virtual ceremony hosted by the American Institute in Taiwan in Washington, D.C., Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) Representative Bi-khim Hsiao, American Institute in Taiwan Managing Director Ingrid Larson, U.S. Department of State Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The theme of this year’s Meet Taipei conference “Arising Vision” is quite appropriate. As both the United States and Taiwan face the new “normal” of dealing with a global economy battered by COVID-19, novel approaches are required to overcome these unprecedented challenges. |OT-2050|November 18, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 November, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
According to the 2020 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange data released yesterday by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education, the total number of Taiwan students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities increased for the fifth year in a row in the 2019-2020 ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The American Institute in Taiwan, in collaboration with the State Department’s Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and the New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA), is honored to announce that Taiwan has been selected to participate in the Sixth Season of Center Stage, a public diplomacy initiative funded by ECA. | PR-2056|November 13, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Indeed, as the Internet evolves and new network technologies blur the line between the physical world and the virtual, now is the time as a multi-stakeholder community to take stock of the rising challenges to the global, open Internet. |OT-2049|November 12, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) will celebrate International Education Week (IEW) from November 16 to 20, 2020. IEW is an initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education that promotes the benefits of international education and exchange programs worldwide. |PR-2055|November 12, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The United States and Taiwan will hold the inaugural meeting of the U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue on November 20, 2020 in Washington, D.C. under the auspices of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO).|PR-2054|November 11, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Solicitation No. TPE200-21-Q-0003 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for two (2) long-term leased vehicles and welcomes vehicle leasing companies to submit a quotation for competition. The contract will be a firm-fixed-priced contract. All firms that respond to this solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 November, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
AIT is auctioning a batch of used furniture and household appliances (about 170 pieces). Vendors who are interested in participating in the on-site bidding held at 10:00 a.m., November 25th, should send an e-mail with your name, contact phone number, and ID number to
aitauction@state.gov before 5:00 p.m., November 20th to register. Attendees will be notified via ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 November, 2020 | Topics: News
The United States is working to find solutions to these complex waste management issues, including marine debris. For example, in October 2018, the United States Congress signed the “Save Our Seas” (S.O.S.) bill into law, directing the U.S. government to increase engagement with countries that contribute the most to the global marine debris problem and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 November, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
Director Christensen said: “The United States is working with Taiwan and other partners to find solutions to complex waste management issues, including marine debris. This is one of the many areas in which Taiwan can share its considerable expertise with the world.”|PR-2053|November 3, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
On Thursday, October 29, the United States and Taiwan convened the first virtual working group meeting under an infrastructure finance framework, which was signed by the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) on September 17, 2020. |PR-2052|October 30, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), in cooperation with the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor of the U.S. Department of State (DRL) convened the second annual U.S.-Taiwan Consultations on Democratic Governance in the Indo-Pacific Region in September and October 2020 to advance joint projects to strengthen ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
But these consultations would not be complete without committing to concrete next steps towards fostering sustainable, long-term partnerships between U.S. and Taiwan civil society. That is the theme of today’s event. I look forward to hearing your ideas about what more our governments can do to empower civil society efforts.|OT-2046|October 28, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The Consultations on Democratic Governance we are concluding today represent a joint effort between the United States and Taiwan to further realize Taiwan’s potential contributions to the protection and promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms across the entire Indo-Pacific region.|OT-2047|October 28, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text
First, the United States applauds the success of the Taiwan Model of pandemic response on COVID-19. The recent visit of U.S. HHS Secretary Alex Azar to Taiwan signifies the important role that Taiwan can play in the international arena to share its expertise. |OT-2045|October 28, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
This afternoon, AIT co-hosted with TAITRA a session of the Indo-Pacific Business Forum (IPBF) entitled “Taiwan Model on COVID-19: Forging public private partners in the medical industry.” During the session, representatives of Taiwan’s public and private sectors discussed how Taiwan marshalled its public health and private sector resources to successfully mitigate the COVID-19 risk to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
For some, this pandemic has brought out the best in human resiliency and generosity. For example, Taiwan skillfully managed the COVID-19 crisis, through what has become known as the “Taiwan Model.” Taiwan not only generously chose to share its expertise around the world, but also drastically increased its PPE production to come to the aid ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene
This morning, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau (MJIB), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, and Australian Office kicked off a Global Cooperation and Training Framework workshop on combatting COVID-19 related crimes. |PR-2049|October 28, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Solicitation No: TPE200-21-Q-0002 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide office cubicle and installation service. The contract type will be a firm-fixed price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 October, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
I am pleased to be here today to speak about three things: the depth of U.S.-Taiwan cooperation on environmental matters, the growing challenges of waste management, and Taiwan as a force for good in seeking solutions to these challenges, especially during the COVD-19 pandemic.|OT-2043|October 16, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 October, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
This morning, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association kicked off a two-day virtual Global Cooperation and Training Framework workshop on intellectual property rights (IPR) protection with a focus on prosecuting theft of trade secrets and stopping digital piracy of copyrighted content. |PR-2048|October 15, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
AIT has a long history of positive cooperation with Taiwan on the promotion of intellectual property rights, making this an ideal topic for a GCTF workshop. Taiwan’s progress in this area is quite remarkable, and we believe that Taiwan, Japan, and the United States each have tremendous knowledge and experience to share today. |OT-2042|October 15, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember: the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT)is not a polling place; same-day, in-person voting is not available. Many states require voted ballots to reach local election officials by the close of ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 October, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) along with Microsoft, National Dong Hwa University, the Yuan T. Lee Foundation Science Education for All, and the Foundation of Scholarly Exchange (FSE) will host the first Girls Tech Bootcamp from October 9 to October 11, 2020 at National Dong Hwa University. |PR-2047|October 7, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
In July 2020, Emily and her family arrived in Taipei, Taiwan for her second assignment to the American Institute in Taiwan with the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). Emily previously served in Taiwan from 2012-2016 as the Agricultural Attaché in the Agricultural Affairs Office. She returns to AIT as the Director of the Agricultural Trade Office, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 October, 2020 | Topics: News
AIT is partnering with the National Space Organization, the Taipei City Government, National Taiwan University, Jothon Online, Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd and the American Innovation Center to host the 2020 NASA Space Apps Challenge Hackathon in Taiwan. |PR-2046|October 5, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, NASA Hackathon SpaceAppsChallenge
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT)is not a polling place; same-day in-person voting is not available. You can, however, get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ballot. Many states ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
On September 17, 2020, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) signed a Framework to Strengthen Infrastructure Finance and Market Building Cooperation on behalf of the United States and Taiwan to facilitate technical exchanges and information sharing which will support and catalyze investments ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The work done by Taiwan Chambers of Commerce across the globe is inextricably linked to AIT’s work, and a central pillar in the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. |OT-2041|September 29, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 September, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Since its inception in July 2019, the Talent Circulation Alliance has been an important platform for AIT, Taiwan’s government, and private sector partners to promote the circulation of talent between Taiwan, the United States, and other like-minded partners, with the goal of cultivating a deep pool of capable, internationally-integrated, and digitally-savvy professionals. |OT-2040|September 24, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 September, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene
AIT is auctioning a batch of used electronic equipment. Vendors who are interested in participating in the on-site bidding held at 10:00 a.m., October 13th, should send an e-mail with your name, contact phone number, and ID number to
aitauction@state.gov before 5:00 p.m., October 5th to register. Attendees will be notified via e-mail before 5:00 p.m., ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: News
The AIC, jointly established by the American Institute in Taiwan and its local hosting partner, is the first of its kind in Asia. The AIC promotes digital learning and distributes the latest information about innovation, as well as shares current U.S. trends in science, environment, and technology. |PR-2044|September 23, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, American Innovation Center
I am pleased to be here today representing the American Institute in Taiwan to celebrate the sixth anniversary of the American Innovation Center and to open both the New AIC with our partner Songyang Creative and Culture Park (SCCP) and our Anniversary Forum hosted with the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology with the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 September, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene, American Innovation Center
AIT has been involved in the Presidential Hackathon since its inception in 2018, but this year AIT co-hosted with Taiwan the International Track of the Presidential Hackathon, which brought together teams from around the world to use technology and social innovation to advance human progress.|OT-2038|September 21, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 September, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Representatives from the Consular Section of the American Institute in Taiwan will be in Taichung on Friday, September 25, to provide consular services and voting assistance.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Keith Krach will travel to Taiwan to attend the memorial service for former President Lee Teng-hui on September 19, 2020.|PR-2043|September 17, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
AIT is partnering with the National Space Organization, the Taipei City Government, National Taiwan University, Jothon Online and the American Innovation Center to host the ninth annual 2020 NASA Space Apps Challenge Hackathon in Taiwan.|PR-2042|September 10, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, NASA Hackathon SpaceAppsChallenge
On September 9, 2020, The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, and the Government of Guatemala hosted the first in a series of expert exchanges focused on the Western Hemisphere under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF). Today’s webinar focused on helping countries deploy digital ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
As the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical uncertainties continue to impact supply chains around the world, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) will strengthen consultations and cooperation on supply chain restructuring and resiliency, especially in the ICT and medical sectors. |PR-2040| |September 4, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 September, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
As we plan for a post-pandemic world and evaluate what changes to the global supply chain are necessary, one thing is certain: Taiwan has demonstrated time and again that it is a reliable partner and a critical player for moving toward a more sustainable global economy. |OT-2036| |September 4, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 September, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
OT-2036 September 8, 2020 Remarks by David R. Stilwell, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs at the Heritage Foundation (virtual) August 31, 2020 (as prepared for delivery) OPENING Thank you for the wonderful introduction. I would like to thank the Heritage ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 September, 2020 | Topics: News
On September 2, following President Tsai’s Armed Forces Day address, AIT hosted a commemorative ceremony to unveil a memorial inside AIT to honor the 126 U.S. service members who lost their lives defending Taiwan since 1949. |PR-2039| |September 2, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 September, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
We face dangerous new technologies, a deadly pandemic and the unpredictable effects of climate change. But our partnership, rooted in tradition, continues to exemplify the mutual support, mutual respect, and mutual interests that these service members and their cohort helped to build between our societies and between our militaries. |OT-2035| |September 2, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 2 September, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
And it’s not just the authorities who have demonstrated a strong commitment to fight trafficking. Taiwan has an active, thriving, and vocal array of civil society organizations all working to ensure that Taiwan can stop traffickers, protect victims, and prevent this crime by dismantling the systems that make it easier for traffickers to operate. |OT-2034|September 1, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 September, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text
Taiwan's participation, alongside the United States and the broader international community, in the fight against human trafficking is part of our shared value system.|OT-2033|September 1, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 September, 2020 | Topics: Human Rights, Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text
AIT commends Taiwan for taking significant steps toward fulfilling its commitments on market access for U.S. pork and beef. These steps affirm Taiwan’s global position as a reliable trading partner and will bring Taiwan into line with international standards applied by countries around the world.|PR-2038|August 31, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
We welcome President Tsai Ing-Wen’s August 28 statement that Taiwan will move quickly to lift restrictions on imports of U.S. pork and beef. |PR-2037|August 28, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
American Institute in Taiwan Kaohsiung Branch Office (AIT/K) Branch Chief Mason Yu and Pingtung County Magistrate Pan Meng-an jointly reopened the Pingtung American Shelf at the newly renovated Pingtung County Library August 28, 2020.|PR-2036|August 28, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Dave Averne arrived in Taiwan in July 2020 to assume the position of Principal Commercial Officer of the American Institute in Taiwan’s (AIT’s) Kaohsiung Branch Office.|PR-2035|August 28, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The United States advocates for a vibrant digital economy worldwide that benefits from the promise of fifth-generation (5G) networks. 5G is transformative and will touch every aspect of our lives, including critical infrastructure.|OT-2032|August 26, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2000 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, AIT-TECRO Agreements
Taking into account that secure fifth generation wireless communications networks (5G) will be vital to both future prosperity and security, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office, on behalf of their respective authorities, note the importance of cooperation on 5G.|PR-2034|August 26, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
It is my pleasure to represent AIT once again at the annual AmCham Hsieh Nien Fan dinner, coming a few months later than usual this year. I think the very fact that we can all be gathered here together is not only a testament to Taiwan’s extremely deft handling of the COVID-19 pandemic response, but ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, AmCham Taipei Hsieh Nien Fan Banquet Remarks
I am confident that today’s forum about supply chain restructuring and merger and acquisition opportunities in a post-pandemic environment will provide important insights to the public, Taiwan’s business leaders, and policymakers. |OT-2030|August 26, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 August, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Julius Tsai assumed the position of Branch Public Affairs Officer at the American Institute in Taiwan Kaohsiung Branch Office in July 2020. He looks forward to furthering U.S.-Taiwan people-to-people ties through educational and cultural engagement.|PR-2033|August 24, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Diane Sovereign is currently head of Public Affairs at the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT). She joined the United States Department of State in 2002, and has served as a diplomat in Asia, Europe and the Americas. |PR-2032|August 21, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Mason Yu assumed the position of Branch Chief of the American Institute in Taiwan’s (AIT’s) Kaohsiung Branch Office in August 2020.|PR-2031|August 19, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 August, 2020 | Topics: Kaohsiung, Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections!
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
AIT and TECRO Sign a Memorandum of Understanding on Health Cooperation
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 August, 2020 | Topics: News
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar began his final day in Taiwan speaking to journalists throughout the Indo-Pacific region on a telebriefing hosted by the U.S. State Department’s Asia-Pacific Media Hub.|PR-2030|August 13, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, Health and Human Services Secretary Visits Taiwan
RFQ No: TPE200-20-Q-0053 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for laptop computers and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (Taipei time). Clarification to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 August, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0050 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) is hereby soliciting for one (1) UV printer and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. Interested bidders are required to have a presence in Taiwan to be able to provide prompt maintenance and support for this product when required. If a firm is ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 August, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On Tuesday, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar and the U.S. delegation met with Foreign Minister Wu for a conversation on the U.S.-Taiwan friendship and Taiwan’s global health leadership.|PR-2029|August 12
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, Health and Human Services Secretary Visits Taiwan
In these trying times, the United States knows that we will always have a friend in Taiwan, and we will not shy away from telling the rest of the world that they can rely on Taiwan too. |OT-2028| |August 11, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 August, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text
August 11, 2020 Remarks by HHS Secretary Alex Azar at CECC/MOU Press Conference August 10, 2020 (as prepared for delivery) Thank you, Minister Chen, for welcoming me to the CECC today, and thank you everyone for the warm welcome I have had here so far. This visit was a wonderful opportunity to learn about ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 August, 2020 | Topics: News, Speeches
Thank you, Minister Wu, for welcoming me to Taiwan and for the opportunity to meet with you today. It is an honor to be here to bring greetings from President Trump and to be here to recognize Taiwan’s health leadership. |OT-2026| |August 11, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 August, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text
Today, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar and members of the U.S. delegation to Taiwan met with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen at the Presidential Office Building.|PR-2028|August 10, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
On August 10, 2020, AIT and TECRO signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on health cooperation. |PR-2027| |August 10, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Thank you, President Tsai, for welcoming me to Taiwan today. It is a true honor to be here to convey a message of strong support and friendship from President Trump to Taiwan. |OT-2025| |August 10, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 August, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text
“Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar and the U.S. delegation touched down at Songshan International Airport at 4:48 PM local time on Sunday, August 9, 2020..."|PR-2026|August 9, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Health and Human Services Secretary Visits Taiwan
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0052 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide property management and security guard services for a residential building. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
In the coming days, U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar will lead a delegation to Taiwan. This marks the first visit to Taiwan by an HHS Secretary, the first Cabinet member to visit in six years, and the highest level visit by a U.S. Cabinet official since 1979. |PR-2025| |August 5, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, Health and Human Services Secretary Visits Taiwan
Solicitation No: TPE200-20-Q-0049 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide company background check services for AIT. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
AIT expresses its deepest condolences upon the passing of Lee Teng-hui, former president, reformer, partner, and friend of the United States.|PR-2024|July 31, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 July, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
RFQ No: TPE200-20-Q-0051 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for HP computers and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 16:30pm (Taipei time). Clarification ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Creativity is the driving force for all STEAM fields, especially the “A”, which stands for art.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
What does the “E” in “STEAM” stand for? Watch today’s episode of Bubba’s English Corner to find out.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPOHbKElhvQ
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
What do bees have to do with social media? Watch this episode of Bubba’s English Corner to find out!
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
What is STEAM? Learn about STEAM today at Bubba’s English Corner!
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
In this episode, Bubba will tell us where the term “meme” comes from and what it means in Internet culture.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
Today almost everyone uses at least one type of social media to share information, ideas, personal messages, and videos in online communities. In the following weeks Bubba’s English Corner will introduce terms you should know about social media. The first term, of course, is “social media
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
Welcome to Episode Four of Bubba’s English Corner!!! In this episode, Bubba will explain what “representation” and “reality” mean.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
Welcome to Bubba’s English Corner Episode Three!!! In this episode, Bubba will explain what “clickbait” and “fake news” mean. Check out what he has to share!
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
In this episode, Bubba, our English Language Fellow explains a couple more terms related to media literacy.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
In this first episode, Bubba, our English Language Fellow explains some terms related to media literacy.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Video | Tags: Bubba’s English Corner
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for secure KVM switch and cable kit and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (Taipei time). Clarification ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0042 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a firm to provide services for the creation of a social media program for the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0047 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide preventive maintenance service for Potable Water Treatment System at AIT Taipei, Taiwan. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0035 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide preventive maintenance service for Fuel Management System at AIT Taipei, Taiwan. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Updated: RFQ No: TPE200-20-Q-0045 (Closing date: July 31, 2020) The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for HVAC Boiler Parts and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0046 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to install precast U shape galvanized grating cover ditch along retaining wall (JinHu Rd.) inside AIT compound. The contract will be a firm fixed price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Last year, we at AIT celebrated forty years since the U.S. Congress codified our commitment to Taiwan in the Taiwan Relations Act, and also established the American Institute in Taiwan. The TRA was passed swiftly and overwhelmingly on a bipartisan basis by both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. Forty-one years later, Taiwan still ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0029 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to maintain audio-visual equipment in the multi-purpose room of the AIT Taipei office. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) would like to thank departing Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) Representative Stanley Kao for his many contributions to the partnership between the United States and Taiwan... AIT congratulates and welcomes incoming Representative Hsiao Bi-Khim, appointed by President Tsai to lead TECRO during her second term.|PR-2023|July 16, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 July, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
As of Wednesday, July 15, AIT Taipei has resumed routine visa services. We are currently prioritizing student and exchange visitor visa processing (F,M,J). Please be aware that wait times may be long for routine appointments. If you have an urgent matter and need to travel immediately, you may follow the guidance provided at https://www.ustraveldocs.com/tw/tw-niv-expeditedappointment.asp to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All, Immigrant Visas, News, Non Immigrant Visas
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0044 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide services for zinc orthophosphate dosing in potable water pipes in AIT. The contract will be a firm fixed price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Taiwan consumer research and survey service for AIT. The contract type will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 July, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, News
The Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan has announced that an air defense exercise, Wan An No. 43, will be conducted on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, from 1:30-2:00 p.m. The exercise is scheduled for 30 minutes and will take place across Taiwan, but no personnel evacuation or traffic control will be implemented in order to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide refinishing / buffing services for the CCAC 1st granite floor. The contract will be a firm fixed price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Luke Martin has assumed duties as the Cultural Affairs Officer at the American Institute in Taiwan.|PR-2022|July 9, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 July, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
RFQ No: TPE200-20-Q-0038 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for a new Medium-Duty Commercial Truck and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (Taipei ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 July, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On Saturday, July 4, 2020 the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), in cooperation with the Uni Lions and the City of Tainan, hosted “America Day: Home Run!” at Tainan Municipal Baseball Stadium during a game between the Uni Lions and the CTBC Brothers.|PR-2021|July 4, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 July, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0039 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide maintenance and cleaning services for two underground storm water detention tanks at AIT Taipei compound. The contract will be a firm fixed price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 July, 2020 | Topics: News
Celebrate democracy this 4th of July by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2020 U.S. elections! In order to vote in the November 2020 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a
Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2020. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
On June 25, 2020, the U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo released the 2020 Traffic In Persons (TIP) Report at a virtual event accompanied by Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump and Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons John Cotton Richmond. The 2020 TIP Report assesses the anti-trafficking efforts of 188 governments, including the United ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, Trafficking in Persons Report
2020 Trafficking in Persons Report – Taiwan |OT-2023| June 26, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: News, Reports, Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, Trafficking in Persons Report
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0024 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a firm to provide AC Maintenance & Cleaning services at the AIT Kaohsiung Branch Office. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On June 24, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), in partnership with Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan’s Centers for Disease Control, Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, and Australian Office, co-hosted the second virtual Global Cooperation and Training Framework (vGCTF) workshop on COVID-19: Preparing for the Second Wave. |PR-2019|June 24, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 June, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Today’s event is our seventh workshop focused on public health under the GCTF – a recognition of the impressive expertise and capability that Taiwan has in this area. |OT-2022|June 24, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 June, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0037 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide corrective landscaping services to improve drainage and reduce soil erosion at the AIT Taipei compound. The contract will be a firm-fixed-priced contract. Landscape correction service includes the installation of drainpipe, catch basins, top-soil, and vegetation planting ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
AIT is pleased to announce a very special celebration of the United States’ 244th Independence Day. On Saturday, July 4, 2020, AIT will be hosting “America Day: Home Run!” at Tainan Municipal Baseball Stadium during a game between the Uni Lions and the CTBC Brothers. |PR-2018|June 22, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 June, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Solicitation No: TPE200-20-Q-0016 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide power distribution equipment preventive maintenance service for AIT. The contract type will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The American Institute in Taiwan congratulates Hsiao Bi-khim on becoming Taiwan’s Representative to the United States. Ms. Hsiao has a strong record of advancing U.S.-Taiwan relations and will be the first woman to hold this critical role. |PR-2017|June 17, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 June, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
As of June 15, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has reported a total number of confirmed positive cases as 445.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0035 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide preventive maintenance services for Fuel Management System and Potable Water Treatment System at AIT Taipei, Taiwan. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 June, 2020 | Topics: News
Taiwan has been continuing to improve the Muslim travel environment by increasing trainings, Muslim-friendly hotels, and halal restaurants by 20 percent annually. |OT-2021| |June 11, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 June, 2020 | Topics: Official Reports, Reports, Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, International Religious Freedom Report
Talent is the prerequisite for realizing virtually all of Taiwan’s economic policy objectives, including transitioning to an innovation-based economy, internationalizing Taiwan’s workforce, and becoming a digital nation. To help reach those goals, the Talent Circulation Alliance (TCA) was jointly launched last year by the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taiwanese authorities as a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Education, News | Tags: Talent Circulation Alliance (TCA)
The Talent Circulation Alliance (TCA) is a public-private partnership, jointly founded last April by the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taiwan authorities, that facilitates the circulation of talent between Taiwan, the United States, and other like-minded partners, with the goal of cultivating a deep pool of capable, internationally-integrated, and digitally-savvy professionals.|OT-2020|June 12, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 June, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Talent Circulation Alliance (TCA)
It is my great pleasure to be here today to help celebrate the publication of the American Chamber of Commerce’s annual White Paper, which this year includes a new chapter on talent circulation. |OT-2019|June 10, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0033 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide biannual exterior window cleaning services for AIT Taipei. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No: TPE200-20-Q-0015 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide HVAC water treatment and maintenance service for AIT. The contract type will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On June 4, 2020, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) signed and exchanged letters on behalf of the United States and Taiwan inaugurating a new organic equivalence arrangement, effective May 30, 2020, allowing organic products certified in the United States or Taiwan ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The United States and Taiwan are enhancing our important cooperation to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We want countries around the world to benefit from the generous contributions and impressive expertise that Taiwan—a vibrant democracy and a force for good—brings to the global community, and improve the health and welfare of their people. |PR-2015|June 5, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The GCTF was born out of a very simple idea, which MOFA recently adapted into its slogan: Taiwan can help. In today’s context, the value of Taiwan’s assistance is almost too obvious to mention. |OT-2018|June 1, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
On June 1, 2015, the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) was established to provide a platform through which Taiwan could contribute to global problem solving and share its expertise with partners across the region. |PR-2015|June 1, 2020|
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide maintenance and cleaning services for two underground storm water detention tanks at AIT Taipei compound. The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0034 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) is hereby soliciting for one (1) aerial work platform and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding on this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during official business hours Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
I would like to congratulate Dr. Tsai Ing-wen on the commencement of her second term as Taiwan’s President. Her re-election by a huge margin shows that she has earned the respect, admiration, and trust of the people on Taiwan. Her courage and vision in leading Taiwan’s vibrant democracy is an inspiration to the region and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
The United States condemns Taiwan’s exclusion from the World Health Assembly. At a time when the world continues to struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic, we need multilateral institutions to deliver on their stated missions and to serve the interests of all member states, not to play politics while lives are at stake. |PR-2013|May 19, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 May, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
With TSMC’s commitment, high-tech chips will be Made in America once again—the nation where the semiconductor industry was invented. |PR-2012| May 15, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
I often describe the U.S.-Taiwan relationship with the phrase “Real Friends, Real Progress,” and I am honored to be here today to celebrate another milestone in U.S.-Taiwan cooperation, a new partnership between Temple University and Fu Jen Catholic University to build Modular, Adaptable, Convertible (“MAC”) hospital wards to help serve COVID-19 patients in the United ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0030 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as “AIT”) has a requirement for a firm to provide intercommunication system repair services. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements when submitting their proposal: ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Updates RFQ No: TPE200-20-Q-0028 (Updated) The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for the HVAC replacement air filters and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0031 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide gardening services to maintain the appearance of the landscape elements of AIT Taipei compound, including the grass, shrubbery, garden areas, trees and path. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Location: Taiwan Event: On May 8, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced no new cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. The CECC reports the total number of confirmed positive cases as 440 and continues to emphasize the importance of good hand hygiene and social distancing in public places. If you feel unwell, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
AIT’s American Innovation Center (AIC) has reopened in a new location.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 May, 2020 | Topics: American Spaces, Video | Tags: American Innovation Center
May 1, 2020 Location: Taiwan Event: On May 1, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced no new cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan, marking the sixth consecutive day with no new cases. It has been 19 days since the last case of local transmission. The CECC continues to emphasize the importance of good hand ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0025 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide webhosting, library system and mail services for AIT. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the work. At a minimum, each offeror must meet the following requirements ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 May, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) was pleased to co-host the first virtual Global Cooperation and Training Framework (vGCTF) workshop on Combatting COVID-19 Disinformation with Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association on April 29. In an effort to comply with Taiwan CDC recommendations on events and gatherings and to accommodate participants ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
Combating disinformation and containing a highly contagious virus are actually not so different. Both require an understanding of how the adversary operates, what mechanisms it uses to reproduce, and where it came from. |OT-2016|April 30, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
It is no secret that Taiwan is leading the Indo-Pacific region in its handling of COVID-19. You are serving as an inspiration for the world, and we are grateful for your leadership. All of us are learning from the Taiwan Model...|OT-2015|April 30, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
RFQ No: TPE200-20-Q-0028 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) is hereby soliciting for the HVAC replacement air filters and welcomes vendors to submit a quotation for competition. If a firm is interested in bidding this solicitation, please contact AIT Procurement via email
Taipei_Procurement@state.gov during office hours Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. Clarification ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 April, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
It is moments like this that give new meaning to U.S.-Taiwan relationship, which we describe in the expression: Real Friends, Real Progress. That is why Secretary of State Pompeo recently tweeted: During tough times, real friends stick together. |OT-2014|April 25, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 25 April, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
April 24, 2020 Location: Taiwan Event: The Department of State has issued a
Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make commercial arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period. Commercial flight options currently exist in Taiwan, however, airlines have significantly ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
From our perspective, the “Taiwan Model” offers five key lessons for the world which can perhaps be summarized as the “Five Ts”: Transparency, Transportation Controls, Tracking, Testing, and Technology. Today, we could add a sixth T: Thermometers! |OT-2013|April 24, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Taiwan’s response to COVID-19 has been more successful than any in the world according to nearly all available metrics. Despite its proximity to China and regular cross-Strait flows of travelers and commerce, Taiwan has thus far succeeded in controlling the spread of COVID-19. |OT-2012|April 24, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
As the leader in global health and humanitarian response to COVID-19, the United States has acted swiftly to monitor, respond to, and mitigate the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in Pacific island countries. |OT-2011|April 21, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 April, 2020 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News | Tags: 2020 Official Text
Location: Taiwan Event: As of April 21, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 425 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: On April 21, the CECC announced three new confirmed cases involving personnel on a naval fleet that recently returned to Taiwan, bringing the number of cases connected to the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
I have been extremely impressed with Taiwan’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only has Taiwan led the world in its domestic response, but we have also received countless offers of assistance from companies and individuals in Taiwan.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 April, 2020 | Topics: News
Health Alert – American Institute in Taiwan (April 17, 2020) Location: Taiwan Event: As of April 17, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 395 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: The CECC announced no new confirmed cases on April 17, the third day this week with no new confirmed cases. ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Crises like COVID-19 are when partnerships matter the most. The United States will continue to advocate for Taiwan’s greater international participation, particularly to share its impressive global health expertise with the world. Sign up and join our virtual live-stream program on Apr. 28 at 9:00 AM. We are inviting Minister Audrey Tang and mask app ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 April, 2020 | Topics: American Spaces, Events | Tags: American Innovation Center
Health Alert – American Institute in Taiwan (April 10, 2020) Location: Taiwan Event: As of April 10, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 382 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: On April 10, the CECC announced two new confirmed cases, both of which were imported cases of people returning from ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
On April 6, the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control recommends that anyone who traveled to a crowded place over the past long weekend should follow self-health management for the next 14 days. Self-Health Management includes wearing a mask for 14 days and taking your temperature twice a day. If you develop symptoms, please call all ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Taiwan Event: As of April 5, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 363 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: On April 5, the CECC announced eight new confirmed cases. Visit the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (Taiwan CDC)
website for updated information. The Department of State has issued a
Global Level 4 Health Advisory ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Taiwan Event: As of April 4, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 355 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: On April 4, the CECC announced nine new confirmed cases. Visit the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (Taiwan CDC)
website for updated information. The Department of State has issued a
Global Level 4 Health Advisory ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 5 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Taiwan Event: As of April 3, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 348 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: On April 3, the CECC announced nine new confirmed cases. Visit the Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (Taiwan CDC)
website for updated information. The Department of State has issued a
Global Level 4 Health Advisory ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
On March 31, 2020, high-level officials representing the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the U.S. Department of State, the Taiwan Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO), and the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs convened for a virtual forum on expanding Taiwan’s participation on the global stage. |PR-2010|April 3, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Location: Taiwan Event: As of March 31, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 322 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan, with five fatalities. Latest updates from CECC: On March 31, the CECC announced 16 new confirmed cases, with 14 being imported cases and two being cases of local transmission. Patients in the imported ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Taiwan Event: As of March 30, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 306 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: On March 30, the CECC announced eight new confirmed cases, with seven being imported cases and one being local transmission. Patients in the imported cases traveled to Taiwan from ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0022 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide corrective landscaping services to improve drainage and reduce soil erosion at AIT Taipei compound. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
On Thursday, March 26, 2020, the President signed into law: S. 1678, the “Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019,”
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: News
Location: Taiwan Event: As of March 26, the Taiwan Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has confirmed 252 cases of COVID-19 in Taiwan. Latest updates from CECC: On March 25, the CECC recommended that indoor events attended by more than 100 people and outdoor gatherings attended by more than 500 people be suspended, in order to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Notification
Location: Taiwan Event: The Department of State has issued a Global Level 4 Health Advisory – Do Not Travel. The Department of State advises U.S. citizens to avoid all international travel due to the global impact of COVID-19. Where commercial departure options remain available, U.S. citizens who live abroad should arrange for immediate return to the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
To further strengthen U.S.-Taiwan consultation and cooperation on combatting the COVID-19 virus, which originated in Wuhan, both sides will seek to share best practices and cooperate on a range of activities...|PR-2009|March 18, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 March, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The American Institute in Taiwan will enhance consultation and cooperation with the MOHW to combat the Wuhan coronavirus. |PR-2008|March 15, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 March, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: 2020 Press Releases
Solicitation No. TPE200-20-Q-0014 The American Institute in Taiwan (herein as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide preventive maintenance services on ANSUL R-102 Fire Suppression Systems at AIT Taipei. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price contract. All firms that respond to the solicitation must be technically qualified and financially responsible to perform the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 March, 2020 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Taiwan is a democracy governed by a president and parliament selected in multiparty elections. In 2016 voters elected President Tsai Ing-wen of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to a four-year term in an election considered free and fair. |OT2010|March 12, 2020
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Official Reports, Reports, Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, Human Rights Report
We often talk about the U.S.-Taiwan partnership in very simple terms: Real Friends, Real Progress (真朋友,真進展). What does that mean? It means that the United States is a committed partner and a true friend to Taiwan; that our words match our deeds; that with us, what you see is what you get; and that the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 March, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: 2020 Official Text, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Joint Letter to State and Local Government Officials
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 February, 2020 | Topics: Agriculture, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Economic Affairs, News, Trade, U.S. & Taiwan
Joint Letter to Fortune 500 CEOs
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 February, 2020 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Economic Affairs, Key Documents, News, Trade, U.S. & Taiwan
Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate are decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot receipt deadline. Follow a ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep a low profile. Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in locations frequented ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 7 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Due to a recent Executive Order issued by President Trump, the AIT Taipei office and Kaohsiung office will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, 2019. Please note that we will also be closed on December 25 for Christmas.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 December, 2019 | Topics: Immigrant Visas, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Notification, U.S. Citizen Services
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) cautions U.S. citizens that Typhoon Lekima is currently in the western Pacific Ocean east of Taiwan. Although Taiwan’s
Central Weather Bureau (CWB) does not expect Typhoon Lekima to make direct landfall in Taiwan, the northeastern and northern parts of the island will likely begin to feel the effects of the storm from ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 August, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Parental child abduction occurs all over the world. Acknowledging this, AIT and TECRO further invested in our friendship by creating safeguards to protect our communities from international parental child abductions. | OT-1932 | May 31, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts
I am very pleased to introduce the Special Advisor for Children’s Issues, Suzanne Lawrence, and the Taiwan Minister for Health and Welfare, Chen Shih-Chung. They have just concluded the first U.S.-Taiwan joint commission meeting to discuss International Parental Child Abduction. This meeting was the first product of a Memorandum of Understanding signed between AIT and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
AIT Welcomes Participants to Join the Regional TechCamp in Taipei : Media Literacy & Countering Disinformation on August 27-29, 2019.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 May, 2019 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: Regional TechCamp
"As we celebrate this important anniversary, we are also looking forward and focusing on how we can further strengthen and broaden the relationship over the next 40 years and beyond." | OT-1930 | May 29, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Security cannot be an afterthought in the development of emerging technologies, it has to be the foundation. Just as we cannot have a vibrant economy without physical security, so too we cannot have a dynamic digital economy without network security. | OT-1929 | May 28, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
"Computex and Innovex demonstrate not only Taiwan at its best, but also underscore just how central Taiwan is to global technology supply chains." | OT-1928 | May 28, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The Taipei City government has announced that an air defense exercise, Wan An No. 42, will be conducted on Monday, May 27, 2019, from 1:30-2:00 p.m. The exercise is scheduled for 30 minutes and will take place in northern Taiwan including Taipei City, New Taipei City, Yilan County, Keelung City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu City, and ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 May, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
To help promote more academic and professional exchange, in cooperation with Fulbright Taiwan, AIT has recently launched the “Talent Circulation Alliance.” For decades, Taiwan has been one of our closest economic and commercial partners. | OT-1927 | May 24, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 24 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
“I am pleased to add AIT’s voice to that of MAPECT and many others in urging continued enhancements to Taiwan’s investment climate, particularly with regard to M&A and private equity.” - Remarks by AIT Director Brent Christensen at the Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity Council of Taiwan (MAPECT) at Taiwan Industrial M&A and Transformation ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 23 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
AIT resumes full operations in Neihu starting May 6 | PR-1920E | May 6, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
AIT Relocation to New Office Complex (NOC) in Neihu. AIT Taipei will be open for business at Neihu beginning on May 6, 2019. | PR-1909E | April 3, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 6 May, 2019 | Topics: Immigrant Visas, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Notification, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports, Video, Visas | Tags: 2019 Press Releases, Nonimmigrant Visa Videos, Visa Tips Videos
20 students and educators from Taiwan’s top music high schools will participant in a three week AIT@40 Youth Leadership Exchange Program in Cleveland, Ohio from May 5 to May 23 titled “Fostering Youth Leadership in the U.S. and Taiwan through Music and Social Action” | PR-1919E | April 30, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
Remarks by AIT Director Brent Christensen at GCTF Workshop on Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis | OT-1925 | April 30, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
AIT Celebrates Immigration & Exchange Month in May | PR-1918E | April 30, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Press Releases
FOCUS: Article Alert is a monthly collection of important documents in U.S.-Taiwan relations and other recent information from the U.S. about the environment, economy, arts, society, culture, and government.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 29 April, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces | Tags: Focus Article Alert, Focus Article Alert (Year 2019)
Generally, immediate family members may accompany passport or CRBA applicants to their appointment interviews at a U.S. embassy or consulate, and all minor children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Passport or CRBA applicants also have the option of being accompanied by an attorney at their appointment interview. Attendance by any third party, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Exclude, Exclude All, U.S. Citizen Services
As the American Institute in Taiwan celebrates its 40th anniversary, we would like to especially congratulate all students in Taiwan who have recently received offers of admission from one of the over 4,700 accredited institutions of higher learning in the United States. | PR-1916 | April 26, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
AIT Presents: 3 Questions with Former U.S. Speaker at the U.S. House of Representatives Paul Ryan! Last week Speaker Ryan visited Taiwan to celebration the 40th anniversary of Taiwan Relations Act and AIT’s 40-year-old birthday.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Video | Tags: Three Questions With AIT
Representatives from 49 U.S. agribusinesses and farm organizations will join Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Administrator Ken Isley on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) first-ever trade mission to Taipei, Taiwan, April 22-25. | PR-1915E | April 22, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 22 April, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
As we celebrate the achievements of the past 40 years under the Taiwan Relations Act, we will be just as focused on how we can strengthen and broaden the relationship over the next 40 years and beyond… | OT-1924E | April 19, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 April, 2019 | Topics: Chair, News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts, AIT Chairman James F. Moriarty
On April 18, 1:01pm, 2019 a 6.1 magnitude earthquake – centered 10.6 kilometers northwest of Hualien – struck Taiwan’s eastern coast. Please contact Hualien City Offices if you are in need of urgent assistance at (03) 832-2141. We strongly encourage U.S. citizens in Taiwan to reach out to family and friends directly to assure them ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
AIT Director Brent Christensen cordially invites you to a U.S. citizen town hall in Taichung on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 from 10:30-11:30 am. This is the third in a series of town halls that Director Christensen will host around the island.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The U.S. Department of State Global Engagement Center (GEC) is accepting applications between now and April 29, 2019 for any individuals, organizations, and companies that are interested in helping to recognize, understand, expose, and counter propaganda and disinformation.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: Exclude, Exclude All, News | Tags: Misinformation
The United States and Taiwan have extensive cooperation when it comes to women’s economic empowerment. We each have contributed funding to the APEC sub-fund on women’s empowerment… | OT-1923E | April 17, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 17 April, 2019 | Topics: Chair, News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF), Women’s Economic Empowerment Summit
I believe that Taiwan has a natural and important role to play in helping promote a free and open Indo-Pacific region through economic ties, security, and also governance. | OT-1920E | April 16, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Taiwan is a leader in East Asia when it comes to empowering women, and we are proud to call it one of our closest partners in this important area. | OT-1922E | April 16, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Women’s Economic Empowerment Summit
It is such an honor to be with you to celebrate a legislative milestone – the 40th anniversary of the passage of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA). | OT-1919E | April 15, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 16 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts
AIT Chairman Moriarty’s Remarks at AIT Taipei’s TRA/AIT@40 Event | OT-1917 | April 15, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts, AIT Chairman James F. Moriarty
Remarks by Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson at TRA & AIT@40: Celebrating 40 Years of Friendship | OT-1918 | April 15, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts
Remarks by AIT Director Brent Christensen at TRA & AIT@40: Celebrating 40 Years of Friendship | OT-1916 | April 15, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Today, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) marked the 40th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) and AIT's 40th birthday with an event entitled TRA & AIT@40: Celebrating 40 Years of Friendship. | PR-1914 | April 15, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Press Releases
Remarks by AIT Director W. Brent Christensen at the conference on “Taiwan Relations Act @ 40 - Where We’ve Been, and What’s Next?” | OT-1915 | April 15, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Women’s Economic Empowerment Summit - Background Information
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 April, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, Women’s Economic Empowerment Summit
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States (TECRO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Cooperation on International Parental Child Abduction (IPCA).| PR-1913 | April 13, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 April, 2019 | Topics: Child and Family Matters, News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases, AIT-TECRO Agreements
Remarks on the 40th Anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act at the Center for Strategic and International Studies
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, Taiwan Relations Act
I look forward to advancing the many areas in which the United States and Taiwan have already found successful partnerships, and finding new ways to advance our shared values and interests. In particular, I look forward to conducting this work from our new AIT office in Neihu when we move in just a few short ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 April, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, AmCham Taipei Hsieh Nien Fan Banquet Remarks
Remarks by David Meale Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Trade Policy and Negotiations | OT-1913E | April 10, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AmCham Taipei Hsieh Nien Fan Banquet Remarks
The American Institute in Taiwan is pleased to announce the U.S. Delegation traveling to Taiwan to celebrate AIT@40, which marks the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) on April 10, 1979. | PR-1912E | April 10, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
David Meale, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Trade Policy Negotiations in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs will visit Taiwan from April 9-15 as part of AIT@40 Trade & Investment Month. | PR-1911E | April 9, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
AIT is proud to be co-organizing, in cooperation with Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) Small and Medium Enterprise Administration, the Women’s Economic Empowerment Summit. | PR-1910E | April 4, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Press Releases, Women’s Economic Empowerment Summit
FOCUS: Article Alert is a monthly collection of important documents in U.S.-Taiwan relations and other recent information from the U.S. about the environment, economy, arts, society, culture, and government.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 3 April, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces | Tags: Focus Article Alert, Focus Article Alert (Year 2019)
As part of our yearlong campaign celebrating forty years of U.S.-Taiwan friendship and cooperation, AIT is pleased to proclaim April as AIT@40 Trade & Investment Month. | PR-1908E | April 1, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
Nerissa J. Cook, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs, will be visiting Taiwan from March 27 to 30, 2019 to advance ongoing cooperation with Taiwan and other partners in these areas. | PR-1907E | March 29, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
This GCTF is the perfect event to showcase our shared values. It is also an opportunity to remind ourselves that democracies are not perfect, but must constantly strive for self-improvement. | OT-1912E | March 26, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 March, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
In this exhibition, AIT has brought together documents, artifacts, interviews, hundreds of photos, and even augmented and virtual reality features to tell the story of AIT’s role in forging U.S.-Taiwan relations over the past 40 years. | OT-1911E | March 21, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 March, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
The AIC was jointly established by AIT and the Taiwan Design Center in 2014 to promote shared U.S.-Taiwan values of Innovation, Entrpreneruship, Digitalization, and Culture & Design, by offering technology, creativity, and design-themed programs to public audiences. Over the past five years, more than 98,000 people have visited the AIC or attended one of over ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 March, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, American Innovation Center
The United States and Taiwan to Launch Indo-Pacific Democratic Governance Consultations | PR-1906E | March 19, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
I would also note that good governance is one of the three pillars of the Trump Administration’s Indo-Pacific Strategy. | OT-1907E | March 19, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 19 March, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2018 (Taiwan Part) | OT-1908E | Date: 03/15/2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 March, 2019 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Reports | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, Human Rights Report
American Institute in Taiwan Spring 2019 Auction will be on Wednesday April 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All attendees must send an e-mail with your name, local identification number, and contact phone number to aitauction@state.gov by March 27th at 3:00 p.m. to register.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 15 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: AIT Auction
And our confidence in the future, that religious freedom would be the hallmark of the world, that the gates of religious freedom would fly open around the world, and religious oppress, the Iron curtain of religious oppression would come down around the world; and that the people practicing their faith now can do so in ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 13 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts
Few places in the Indo-Pacific region, or worldwide for that matter, can claim to have given birth to religious organizations that have done so much to inspire the world and contribute to the common good beyond its own borders. | OT-1905 | March 11, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom Sam Brownback from the U.S. Department of State will visit Taiwan on March 10-13 to attend the 2019 Regional Religious Freedom Forum called “A Civil Society Dialogue on Securing Religious Freedom in the Indo-Pacific Region.” | PR-1905 | March 10, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
In honor of the “AIT@40 Shared Values Month,” AIT is pleased to announce that the Professional Fellows Program funded by U.S. State Department is now open for applications from Taiwan until March 30. | March 08, 2019 | PR-1904
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 8 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases, Professional Fellows Program
“The 40thAnniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act And What That Means” - Remarks by AIT Director W. Brent Christensen at Stanford University on March 4, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 March, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Taiwan Relations Act
The American Institute in Taiwan (herein referred to as AIT) has a requirement for a firm to provide Asphalt Paving Service for AIT Neihu Compound. | TPE200-19-Q-0020 | Closing Date: March 18, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 March, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: Procurement Announcements (Taipei)
Welcome to the grand opening of the USA Pavilion at the 2019 Taipei International Machine Tool Show…We are confident that the partnerships between U.S. and Taiwan companies will result in machines that will make the factories of tomorrow smarter and more efficient. | OT-1904E | March 4, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 March, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Director, News, Speeches | Tags: 2019 Official Texts, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene
AIT is pleased to announce that March is AIT@40 Shared Values Month… Our shared values - including democracy, tolerance, freedom, pluralism, and equality under the law - are one of the strongest ties that binds the United States and Taiwan. | PR-1903E | March 1, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
The United States and Taiwan have an impressive record of cooperation and joint achievements, particularly in the area of science and technology. Our shared traditions of innovation and entrepreneurship ensure that both the United States and Taiwan will benefit from our continued science engagement. | OT-1903E | February 26, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Science & Tech | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts
This year AIT celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act and we have planned a series of events throughout the year focusing on different aspects of our partnership. February is science month and is dedicated to the 40 years of close cooperation between the United States and Taiwan in science and technology. | ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 26 February, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
AIT is happy to announce that we have officially launched an official Instagram account. AIT has found interactions with our more that 107K Facebook friends to be both rewarding and instructive. We hope that Instagram will provide an additional platform to communicate with and learn from our friends in Taiwan. | PR-1902E | February 20, ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2019 Press Releases
We know, it’s been a long wait! AIT Spokesperson Amanda Mansour is very excited to announce that AIT is finally on Instagram.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Video | Tags: Ask the Spokesperson
Really? Just with only 3 steps you could win limited-edition AIT@40 prizes? That’s right! AIT is now soliciting short, creative, selfie-style videos that answer the question “What does the U.S.-Taiwan relationship mean to you?” We want to hear your views on the valuable and steadfast relationship between the United States and Taiwan in a 15-30 ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 11 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Video | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO), proudly announces the launch of a yearlong campaign called AIT@40. This campaign will celebrate 40 years of friendship and partnership between the United States and Taiwan since the signing of the ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Press Releases
AIT, in coordination with TECRO and MOFA, is launching a yearlong campaign called AIT@40. This campaign will celebrate forty years of friendship and partnership between the United States and Taiwan since the signing of the Taiwan Relations Act. | OT-1901E | February 1, 2019
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Speeches | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT, 2019 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen
AIT wishes you a happy and prosperous Year of the Pig!
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 31 January, 2019 | Topics: Director, News, Video | Tags: AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Lunar New Year Video
You've waited long enough! Here is our first episode of "Ask the Spokesperson," in which AIT Spokesperson Amanda Mansour answers your questions about when AIT will move and other topics. Please note, this video was shot in December 2018, so "next year" refers to 2019. Enjoy! And let us know if you have more questions ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: News, Video | Tags: Ask the Spokesperson
FOCUS: Article Alert is a monthly collection of important documents in U.S.-Taiwan relations and other recent information from the U.S. about the environment, economy, arts, society, culture, and government.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 28 January, 2019 | Topics: American Spaces | Tags: Focus Article Alert
Since at least 2014, Chinese cyber actors associated with the Chinese Ministry of State Security have hacked multiple U.S. and global managed service and cloud providers. These Chinese actors used this access to compromise the networks of the providers’ clients, including global companies located in at least 12 countries.
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 December, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Cybersecurity, Michael R. Pompeo
“What does the U.S.-Taiwan relationship mean to you?” We are now soliciting short, selfie-style videos. What are you waiting for? Share your video with AIT now!
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 21 December, 2018 | Topics: News | Tags: “AIT@40: Strong Foundation – Bright Future”: Celebrating the 40th of TRA and AIT
It is time for another edition of “AIT Presents 3 Questions”! Did you know that a record number of women ran for office in this year’s U.S. midterm elections? But the situation was very different 45 years …listen, as former U.S. Congresswoman Pat Schroeder tells us about what has changed since the time she entered ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Video | Tags: Three Questions With AIT
All offices of the American Institute in Taiwan will be closed on Monday, December 24, and Tuesday, December 25, 2018, in observance of Christmas Day in the United States. | PR-1850 | December 20, 2018
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2018 Press Releases
The American Institute in Taiwan Public Diplomacy Section is pleased to invite candidates to apply for one of the Summer 2019 Study of the U.S. Institute programs. The Study of the U.S. Institutes are designed for mid-career university-level educators. Each institute will typically last five - six weeks and will take place during various dates ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 18 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Study of the U.S. Institutes Programs
To thank our more than 100K followers for their support and engagement, AIT is launching a new campaign «Ask the Spokesperson»! We want to hear more about what’s important to you, our fans. Send us questions you have about AIT, American culture, and U.S. policy, and AIT Spokesperson Amanda Mansour will do her best to ...
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Video | Tags: Ask the Spokesperson
Today’s workshop is the second one we’ve held under the GCTF focused on humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, highlighting our belief that Taiwan is a regional leader in disaster prevention and response. | OT-1845E | December 14, 2018
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
AIT co-hosted with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the National Science and Technology Center for Disaster Reduction (NCDR) under the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) International Workshop on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief. | PR-1849E | December 14, 2018
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2018 Press Releases, AIT Deputy Director Raymond Greene, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
From December 11-13 the United States and Taiwan convened disaster management professionals from 12 countries across the Indo-Pacific to explore ways to better integrate the private, civil, and public sectors into disaster response. | PR-1848E | December 13, 2018
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2018 Press Releases
When it comes to empowering women to not only participate in the political process, but to lead it, Taiwan truly stands out as a model to us all. | OT-1844E | December 10, 2018
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 10 December, 2018 | Topics: Director, Speeches | Tags: 2018 Official Texts, AIT Director William Brent Christensen, Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF)
Are you a Taiwan college or graduate student interested in international affairs? Would you like to gain international work experience? Come join us at AIT! AIT is delighted to announce our Spring 2019 student internship program! Applications must be received by December 26. Apply today!
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: News
AIT Offices to Close December 5 in Honor of Former President George H. W. Bush | PR-1847E | December 4, 2018
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By AIT - Taipei Main Office | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2018 Press Releases
Secretary Pompeo (Twitter): "Our American flag in Argentina flies at half staff in honor of President Bush. I’m privileged to have known him as a friend, and I will always treasure the special bond we shared having led the world’s finest intelligence service. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bush family."
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