MOFA: Drone Diplomacy Team at US Expo Helps Build Strategic Advantage
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is sending a drone diplomacy team to XPONENTIAL 2026 in the US to integrate Taiwan's industry into global supply chains.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) stated today that a drone diplomacy team will travel to the US in May to participate in 'XPONENTIAL 2026,' a premier international exhibition for uncrewed systems. This move aims to enhance matchmaking between Taiwanese drone manufacturers and the global supply chain, helping Taiwan establish key strategic advantages.
During a routine press conference this morning, Chiang Chen-wei, Executive Director of MOFA's Department of NGO International Affairs and CEO of the drone diplomacy team, pointed out that the team previously attended 'XPONENTIAL Europe 2026' in Dusseldorf, Germany, in March to explore the feasibility of hosting large-scale exhibitions in Taiwan. The May trip to Detroit for 'XPONENTIAL 2026' continues the push to make Taiwan an 'Asian Center for the Democratic Drone Supply Chain.'
Chiang explained that 'XPONENTIAL' is the most iconic international exhibition for the uncrewed systems industry. Participation by Taiwanese companies not only increases business opportunities but also secures strategic advantages. He also mentioned that in alignment with President Lai Ching-te's 'Five Trusted Industries' (semiconductors, AI, military, security, and next-gen communications), MOFA plans to support the establishment of an 'International Drone Academy.' This academy will host workshops and forums with allies and like-minded nations to export training tech and import advanced global experience.
Regarding the 2026 'International Youth Ambassador Exchange Program,' Chiang noted the addition of a 'Tech Application' category for students with drone operating skills. The application deadline is May 15 for ROC nationals under 35 currently studying in Taiwan's universities or graduate schools.
During a routine press conference this morning, Chiang Chen-wei, Executive Director of MOFA's Department of NGO International Affairs and CEO of the drone diplomacy team, pointed out that the team previously attended 'XPONENTIAL Europe 2026' in Dusseldorf, Germany, in March to explore the feasibility of hosting large-scale exhibitions in Taiwan. The May trip to Detroit for 'XPONENTIAL 2026' continues the push to make Taiwan an 'Asian Center for the Democratic Drone Supply Chain.'
Chiang explained that 'XPONENTIAL' is the most iconic international exhibition for the uncrewed systems industry. Participation by Taiwanese companies not only increases business opportunities but also secures strategic advantages. He also mentioned that in alignment with President Lai Ching-te's 'Five Trusted Industries' (semiconductors, AI, military, security, and next-gen communications), MOFA plans to support the establishment of an 'International Drone Academy.' This academy will host workshops and forums with allies and like-minded nations to export training tech and import advanced global experience.
Regarding the 2026 'International Youth Ambassador Exchange Program,' Chiang noted the addition of a 'Tech Application' category for students with drone operating skills. The application deadline is May 15 for ROC nationals under 35 currently studying in Taiwan's universities or graduate schools.