'The Mountain Maker' Premieres in Switzerland; Officials and Expats Explore Taiwan's Chip Miracle
The Taipei Office in Geneva held a screening of the documentary 'The Mountain Maker,' marking its first public release in Switzerland. The event attracted Swiss officials and international representatives, showcasing Taiwan's evolution into a global tech hub.
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(CNA, Zurich, 26th) The Taipei Office in Geneva hosted a screening of the documentary 'The Mountain Maker.' This marked the first public screening of the film in Switzerland, attracting local Swiss politicians, international organization officials, and the Taiwanese expat community. Together, they witnessed the legendary story of Taiwan's transformation from an agricultural society to a global technology powerhouse, showcasing the development and cultural resilience of Taiwan's semiconductor industry.
The screening was held on the afternoon of the 24th at the Fonction Cinéma in Geneva. Guests included Geneva State Councilor Marc Falquet, other local Swiss officials, international organization representatives, and NGO officials, reflecting the high interest of Swiss mainstream society and the international community in Taiwan's technological resilience.
Li Kuan-te, Director of the Taipei Office in Geneva, stated in his speech that the film documents the history of Taiwan's semiconductor industry from scratch, helping the Swiss community understand Taiwan's critical position in the international supply chain and its deep connection to the global values of tech democracy. He especially thanked the leaders and organizations of the Taiwanese community in Switzerland for their active support in making this culturally and industrially significant event a success.
Attendees from the Taiwanese expat community were diverse, ranging from senior community leaders living in Switzerland for years to young students studying and working in Geneva and Zurich. Many expats were deeply moved, feeling proud to see the achievements of their predecessors who overcame all odds to push Taiwan to the global forefront.
Geneva MP Marc Falquet expressed high admiration for the pioneers of Taiwan's tech industry after watching the film. He praised Taiwan for its firm faith and determination, working tirelessly for decades to overcome geopolitical challenges and resource scarcity to establish a leading position in a key global industry. He called the Taiwanese 'fighting spirit' an admirable model for other nations to learn from, stating that the success of Taiwan's semiconductor industry is not just a policy success, but a story of the Taiwanese people's hard work.
The post-screening reception saw active interaction between Swiss officials and the Taiwanese community, with deep exchanges on topics such as Taiwan's digital transformation experience, bilateral trade links, and innovative tech development. This deepened the understanding of Swiss officials and the Geneva international community regarding Taiwan's industrial soft power and strengthened the cohesion of the local expat community. (Editor: Wei Shu) 1150426
(CNA, Zurich, 26th) The Taipei Office in Geneva hosted a screening of the documentary 'The Mountain Maker.' This marked the first public screening of the film in Switzerland, attracting local Swiss politicians, international organization officials, and the Taiwanese expat community. Together, they witnessed the legendary story of Taiwan's transformation from an agricultural society to a global technology powerhouse, showcasing the development and cultural resilience of Taiwan's semiconductor industry.
The screening was held on the afternoon of the 24th at the Fonction Cinéma in Geneva. Guests included Geneva State Councilor Marc Falquet, other local Swiss officials, international organization representatives, and NGO officials, reflecting the high interest of Swiss mainstream society and the international community in Taiwan's technological resilience.
Li Kuan-te, Director of the Taipei Office in Geneva, stated in his speech that the film documents the history of Taiwan's semiconductor industry from scratch, helping the Swiss community understand Taiwan's critical position in the international supply chain and its deep connection to the global values of tech democracy. He especially thanked the leaders and organizations of the Taiwanese community in Switzerland for their active support in making this culturally and industrially significant event a success.
Attendees from the Taiwanese expat community were diverse, ranging from senior community leaders living in Switzerland for years to young students studying and working in Geneva and Zurich. Many expats were deeply moved, feeling proud to see the achievements of their predecessors who overcame all odds to push Taiwan to the global forefront.
Geneva MP Marc Falquet expressed high admiration for the pioneers of Taiwan's tech industry after watching the film. He praised Taiwan for its firm faith and determination, working tirelessly for decades to overcome geopolitical challenges and resource scarcity to establish a leading position in a key global industry. He called the Taiwanese 'fighting spirit' an admirable model for other nations to learn from, stating that the success of Taiwan's semiconductor industry is not just a policy success, but a story of the Taiwanese people's hard work.
The post-screening reception saw active interaction between Swiss officials and the Taiwanese community, with deep exchanges on topics such as Taiwan's digital transformation experience, bilateral trade links, and innovative tech development. This deepened the understanding of Swiss officials and the Geneva international community regarding Taiwan's industrial soft power and strengthened the cohesion of the local expat community. (Editor: Wei Shu) 1150426