CORRECTING and REPLACING CAPTIONS Taiwan Expo USA 2025 Debuts in Dallas, Spotlighting Innovation, Investment, and Bilateral Collaboration

Associated Press

3 days ago

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 14, 2025--
Please replace the first and second photo captions with the respective corrected captions.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250814190825/en/
The 2025 Taiwan Expo USA grandly opened in Dallas on August 14. At the opening ceremony, distinguished guests from Taiwan and the United States jointly pushed the 'Space Fleet' ceremonial launch levers, officially marking the start of the exhibition and symbolizing the deepening of bilateral cooperation and friendship. Pictured from left to right: Jane Nelson, Secretary of State of Texas; Ashok Pinto, Executive Director of SelectUSA, U.S. Department of Commerce; Ingrid Larson, Managing Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Washington Headquarters; James C.F. Huang, Chairman of TAITRA; William Liu, Director General of the International Trade Administration, MOEA; Ambassador Alexander Tah-Ray Yui, ROC Taiwan's Representative to the United States; and Adriana Cruz, Executive Director of the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office.
The release reads:
TAIWAN EXPO USA 2025 DEBUTS IN DALLAS, SPOTLIGHTING INNOVATION, INVESTMENT, AND BILATERAL COLLABORATION
Largest Taiwan Expo in the U.S. kicks off three days of industry, culture, and strategic dialogue—free and open to the public
Taiwan Expo USA — Taiwan Expo USA 2025 officially opened today at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, launching a landmark showcase of Taiwan's leadership across technology, advanced manufacturing, and cultural vitality. Themed 'Shared Vision, Stronger Partnership,' this year's Expo, organized by Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), International Trade Administration (TITA), and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), underscores Taiwan's expanding role as a strategic economic partner to the United States. The flagship event spotlights Taiwan's national image and promotes Taiwan–U.S. exchange across industry, innovation, and culture.
'Taiwan Expo USA is more than an event—it's a blueprint for the future of global innovation. Inside, you'll find AI and semiconductor command centers powering intelligence across domains; smart manufacturing bays fine-tuned for reindustrialization; medical pods delivering tech-driven health resilience; and cultural capsules—because innovation isn't just technical; it's taste, story, rhythm, and spirit,' said TAITRA Chairman James C. F. Huang. 'Taiwan is ready—not just to support, but to co-build and share the weight. Not just to adapt, but to stand shoulder-to-shoulder on this bold journey forward.'
Opening Ceremony Celebrates Economic and Cultural Synergy
Today's Opening Ceremony blended artistry and culture, featuring a performance by internationally acclaimed Ten Drum Art Percussion Group—renowned for integrating traditional Taiwanese drumming with modern dance—and remarks from a distinguished roster of U.S. and Taiwan leaders, including:
The ceremony also celebrated the inauguration of a new resource to connect Taiwanese businesses with U.S. opportunities—the Taiwan Trade and Investment Services Center in Dallas. 'On behalf of Minister Kuo, the Ministry of Economic Affairs is proud to announce the opening of the Taiwan Trade and Investment Center in Dallas,' said William Liu, Director General of the International Trade Administration. 'This Center will help Taiwanese companies expand in the U.S. by offering guidance on investment regulations, identifying business opportunities, and fostering industrial and technological partnerships. It will also serve as a liaison with local governments to promote a favorable investment climate and deepen Taiwan–U.S. supply chain collaboration.'
Setting an inspiring tone for Taiwan Expo 2025, the ceremony reinforced Taiwan's long-term commitment to U.S. economic engagement and cross-cultural partnership, while highlighting shared aspirations to foster innovation and celebrating enduring cultural connections.
'The United States and Taiwan have a relationship that represents far more than simple economic transactions,' said Ingrid Larson, Managing Director of the Washington Office of the American Institute in Taiwan. 'It embodies the principles of democratic values, mutual prosperity, and economic security. Taiwan has stepped up to help us achieve this goal with investments that benefit both of our economies. The importance of the trade relationship and commercial partnership extends beyond immediate economic benefits to fundamental questions of economic security and resilience.'
Forum for the Future: Supply Chain Innovation at the Forefront
The Taiwan–U.S. Supply Chain Cooperation Forum also kicked off today, convening leaders from Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), Phison, GlobalWafers, and the US-Taiwan Business Council to explore strategic pathways in smart manufacturing, AI integration, and industrial regionalization.
Delivering the keynote address, Charles Freeman, Senior Vice President for Asia at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, presented 'Advancing the AI Era through Taiwan–U.S. Policy Innovation,' setting the tone for cross-border collaboration and strategic policymaking in the tech economy. Two powerful segments—"Intelligent Alliances: Driving the AI Era through Taiwan and the U.S.' and 'Intelligent Alliances: Taiwan–U.S. Cooperation in Building the Next Industrial Era'—further reinforced Taiwan's pivotal role in enhancing global supply chain resilience amid shifting geopolitics.
Expert speakers outlined actionable strategies for cross-border synergy, highlighting the importance of co-investment, policy innovation, and the rise of intelligent alliances between Taiwan and U.S. partners.
Expo Highlights: Innovation Across Every Sector
Taiwan Expo USA 2025 features five dynamic key themes that reflect the breadth of Taiwan's innovation, industrial leadership, and culture:
Upcoming Event Highlights
August 15–16: Noteworthy highlights include product launches, a tea culture presentation with Taiwan Tea Ambassador Thomas Shu, and cultural performances by ACRODYNAMIC that blend tradition with contemporary artistry. The Taiwan Healthcare Forum: Cancer Prevention x Medical Innovation will also feature medical experts sharing Taiwan-driven innovations in public health.
Attend and Connect
Taiwan Expo USA is free and open to the public. Follow updates via the official website, Facebook, and LinkedIn. For media registrations and/or inquiries, RSVP here or contact Mary Placido at [email protected].
Taiwan Expo USA 2025 Organizers
About MOEA
The Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) is Taiwan's leading agency responsible for advancing industrial innovation, international trade, and economic development. As a key organizer of Taiwan Expo USA 2025, MOEA brings together pioneering companies, cultural showcases, and strategic technologies to foster stronger U.S.–Taiwan collaboration. Through this free and public platform, MOEA underscores Taiwan's commitment to open exchange, global partnerships, and leadership in sectors such as smart manufacturing, green energy, and digital innovation.
About TITA
The International Trade Administration (TITA) is the administrative agency of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) of Taiwan and is responsible for a wide variety of international trade activities including planning trade policies, engaging in international trade cooperation, participating in the activities of international economic and trade organizations, promoting, and implementing economic and trade agreements, and protocols for foreign trade delegations; formulating and implementing policies for trade promotion and MICE industry development and investigating and removing trade barriers, responding to trade remedies initiated by foreign counterparts, and handling trade disputes. Visit www.trade.gov.tw.
About TAITRA
Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is the foremost non-profit, semi-governmental trade promotion organization in Taiwan. Founded in 1970 to help promote foreign trade, TAITRA is jointly sponsored by the government, industry associations, and several commercial organizations. TAITRA assists Taiwanese businesses in strengthening their international competitiveness and in dealing with the challenges they face in foreign markets. TAITRA boasts a well-coordinated trade promotion and information network consisting of over 1,200 trained specialists stationed throughout its Taipei headquarters and 60 branches worldwide. Together with its sister organizations, the Taiwan Trade Center (TTC) and Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC), TAITRA has created a wealth of trade opportunities through effective promotion strategies. www.taitra.org.tw
View source version on businesswire.com:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250814190825/en/
CONTACT: Media ContactsMary Placido
SKC, Inc.
[phone]
[email protected]
KEYWORD: UNITED STATES TAIWAN NORTH AMERICA ASIA PACIFIC TEXAS
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TECHNOLOGY MOBILE/WIRELESS RETAIL MANUFACTURING SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT TRANSPORT OTHER TECHNOLOGY SOFTWARE INTERNET HARDWARE OTHER MANUFACTURING SEMICONDUCTOR DATA MANAGEMENT LOGISTICS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
SOURCE: Taiwan External Trade Development Council
Copyright Business Wire 2025.
PUB: 08/14/2025 11:25 PM/DISC: 08/14/2025 11:25 PM
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250814190825/en