Lunch with MOST Minister Wu

The ECCT hosted a Premium Event lunch with Dr Wu Tsung-tsong, Minister of the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST). The minister gave a presentation on the topic “Accelerating the transition to a Smart Taiwan post Covid-19” and answered questions from members during a Q&A session. Read the full Event Report here.

In its 2030 plans, the MOST highlights goals to create a circular and sustainable society (with zero waste and zero pollution), a diverse and inclusive society (an integrated cross-cultural and trans-generational society), an innovative-driven and connected society (with virtual reality integration that connects people and things, such as AI, 6G and robots). The MOST’s digital strategy for Post Covid-19 industrial recovery includes industrial support, unemployment relief, cyber security, digital transformation for SMEs and internet penetration in rural areas.

Minister Wu is optimistic about the future given that Covid-19 has prompted a rethink of global supply chains and the steady rise in inbound investments into Taiwan, both from foreign and Taiwanese investors. He cited a figure of US$120 billion in pledges for investments in Taiwan’s technology parks.