Vice President Hsiao: Taiwan is a reliable partner in the global medical community
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim stated at the '2026 Taiwan-Europe Health Forum' that Taiwan has been recognized by the EU as a third country for the export of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and has become an associate member of the International Coalition of Medicines Regulatory Authorities (ICMRA), proving Taiwan is a reliable partner in the global medical community.
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(Central News Agency reporter Yeh Su-Ping, Taipei, 29th) Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim today delivered a video address at the "2026 Taiwan-Europe Health Forum," stating that Taiwan has been recognized by the EU as a third country for the export of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and has become an associate member of the International Coalition of Medicines Regulatory Authorities (ICMRA), proving Taiwan is a reliable partner in the global medical community.
She said that Taiwan and Europe are closely linked by a common commitment to promoting medical advancement, and she looks forward to Taiwan and Europe continuing to deepen cooperation to jointly promote the development of global public health.
According to a press release from the Presidential Office, Vice President Hsiao delivered her address in English, stating that she was honored to speak at the "2026 Taiwan-Europe Health Forum" hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan (ECCT).
She said that building "strategic resilience" in the healthcare system has become one of the cornerstones of Taiwan's national security. Europe has world-leading pharmaceutical R&D capabilities, while Taiwan is at the forefront of information and communication technology (ICT) and medical innovation. Through their partnership, they are working together to become a force for good on the front lines of global public health.
Vice President Hsiao stated that the government is committed to realizing the vision of "Healthy Taiwan." In addition to establishing a NT$10 billion cancer new drug fund and strengthening chronic disease care, it has also launched the "National Drug Resilience Preparedness Program." This initiative aims to strengthen supply chain security while promoting the comprehensive upgrading of the industry.
She said that Taiwan continues to be committed to aligning domestic regulations with international standards. Taiwan has been recognized by the EU as a third country for the export of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and has become an associate member of the International Coalition of Medicines Regulatory Authorities (ICMRA). These achievements fully demonstrate that Taiwan is a true and reliable partner in the global medical community.
The Vice President stated that despite the geographical distance, Taiwan and Europe are closely linked by a common commitment to promoting medical advancement. Taiwan will further deepen cooperation with various European governments, research institutions, and private enterprises to jointly open a new era of public health. (Editor: Hsieh Chia-Chen) 1150429
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(Central News Agency reporter Yeh Su-Ping, Taipei, 29th) Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim today delivered a video address at the "2026 Taiwan-Europe Health Forum," stating that Taiwan has been recognized by the EU as a third country for the export of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and has become an associate member of the International Coalition of Medicines Regulatory Authorities (ICMRA), proving Taiwan is a reliable partner in the global medical community.
She said that Taiwan and Europe are closely linked by a common commitment to promoting medical advancement, and she looks forward to Taiwan and Europe continuing to deepen cooperation to jointly promote the development of global public health.
According to a press release from the Presidential Office, Vice President Hsiao delivered her address in English, stating that she was honored to speak at the "2026 Taiwan-Europe Health Forum" hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan (ECCT).
She said that building "strategic resilience" in the healthcare system has become one of the cornerstones of Taiwan's national security. Europe has world-leading pharmaceutical R&D capabilities, while Taiwan is at the forefront of information and communication technology (ICT) and medical innovation. Through their partnership, they are working together to become a force for good on the front lines of global public health.
Vice President Hsiao stated that the government is committed to realizing the vision of "Healthy Taiwan." In addition to establishing a NT$10 billion cancer new drug fund and strengthening chronic disease care, it has also launched the "National Drug Resilience Preparedness Program." This initiative aims to strengthen supply chain security while promoting the comprehensive upgrading of the industry.
She said that Taiwan continues to be committed to aligning domestic regulations with international standards. Taiwan has been recognized by the EU as a third country for the export of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and has become an associate member of the International Coalition of Medicines Regulatory Authorities (ICMRA). These achievements fully demonstrate that Taiwan is a true and reliable partner in the global medical community.
The Vice President stated that despite the geographical distance, Taiwan and Europe are closely linked by a common commitment to promoting medical advancement. Taiwan will further deepen cooperation with various European governments, research institutions, and private enterprises to jointly open a new era of public health. (Editor: Hsieh Chia-Chen) 1150429
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