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  • Business Culture in Tainan – 臺南市的商務資訊文化

  • Tainan is Taiwan’s oldest city, with rich historical & cultural heritage. Tainan has become a hub for high tech (semiconductors, electronics) and design/creative industries. Business interactions often show respect for tradition & local culture, but with openness to modern ideas.

  • Because Tainan is rich in cultural heritage, local identity is strong. For international businesses, showing respect for local culture (temples, festivals, food customs, dialects) helps foster good relations. Also, many young entrepreneurs in Tainan draw on local aesthetics, history and crafts in creative businesses. It is also important to be aware of local festivals & holidays (e.g. Lunar New Year) since business frequently slows at these times.

  • While big players like TSMC, AMD and large factories are highly visible, many of the businesses in Tainan are small- to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialize in precise crafts or niche manufacturing (auto parts, metal fasteners, lighting). These companies often export, compete globally & are strongly oriented toward quality & efficiency.

  • Respect for hierarchy & seniority is important. This is true not only in Tainanany. Any business situation that is Taiwanese-based is influenced by Confucian principles. Patience is expected as decisions typically go through a chain of command.
    Being polite, humble & patient goes a long way. Direct confrontation or overly aggressive negotiation must be avoided. Relationship-building (“guanxi” , though not exactly the same as in mainland China) matters. People like to know & trust those who they do business with.

  • Be clear in your expectations — timelines, quality, deliverables. But be prepared to show flexibility. Use local partners or contacts if possible. This helps with navigating regulations & understanding unspoken norms. Show respect for heritage: the historic environment or cultural aesthetics can matter, particularly when building or doing creative work.

  • Taiwanese business culture tends to involve long hours. Communications after hours or on weekends are not uncommon. Speed & reliability are valued. The successful business person will be able to stay responsive, available & flexible with business partners. It also helps to build trust gradually by spending time in informal meetings or dinners.

  • Meetings often start with small talk, greetings & perhaps refreshments. It is important to use correct honorifics as titles matter. Introductions should be courteous.
    Punctuality is expected. Being late is frowned upon especially without prior notice.
    Written documentation, formal proposals & clear contracts are valued. Verbal assurances are good, but having things in writing is better.

  • Tainan has made efforts to promote industry, sustainability, green tech, creative industries, etc. Projects like the “tourism factory” initiative show that the government supports transforming traditional factories into attractions or culture/education-based businesses. There are also science parks & technology parks which bring public policy & private investment together.

  • Mandarin Chinese is the main business language, but Taiwanese Hokkien and local dialects are common in social settings. English is used, especially in tech, export, or international trade sectors, but fluency may vary. Communication tends to be more indirect; face-saving, avoiding embarrassment are important.

  • feg.com.tw – Tainan Far Eastern Shangri La Hotel Magazine
  • englishintaiwan.com – Tainan Business Directory @ English in Taiwan website
  • newbloommag.net – Tainan @ New Bloom e-zine (An online magazine covering activism & youth politics in Taiwan & the Asia Pacific. It was founded in Taiwan in 2014 in the wake of the Sunflower Movement.)

  • tw.kompass.com – B2B for Tainan @ Kompass . com
  • glassdoor.com – Glass Door website, part of Indeed! the #1 global job site
  • inta-aivn.org – International Urban Development Association website

  • europeanbusinessmagazine.com – “Explore Timeless Tainan” @ European Business Magazine website
  • cw.com.tw – Tainan @ Commonwealth Financial News Magazine
  • westlaw.com – Doing Business in Taiwan: Overview @ Thomson Reuters Practical Law website

  • tainan.gov.tw – Investment Laws and Regulations @ Tainan City Investment Invitation Service – website
  • trade.gov – Business Customs  @ Taiwan Commercial Guide @ International Trade Administration of the United States of America website
  • tai-nan.com – About Tainan Enterprises – website

  • tai-nan.com – Tainan Enterprises Culture & Art Foundation @ About Tainan Enterprises – website
  • financialcontent.com – Taiwan Design Expo Highlights the Future of Culture While Showcasing the Hidden Champions of Tech Industry @ Financial Content . com
  • mixmeetings.com – A new international convention centre ushers the proud entrepreneurial spirit that made this Taiwan coastal city a vibrant trading hub over the centuries into a new era @ Mix Meetings . com

  • icctainan.com – Greater Tainan Convention Center – website
  • businesstraveller.com – Taiwan: Innovation nation @ Business Traveller . com
  • platformexecutive.com – PEST analysis for Tainan, an assessment of the business climate, transportation infrastructure & market prospects for the city @ Platform Executive . com

  • documents.aster.com – 50 facts about Tainan @ Documents.aster.com
  • bestpubcrawl.com – Welcome to Tainan: Answers to Your Most Frequently Asked Questions @ Best Pub Crawl . com
  • bcbusiness.ca – Doing Business in Taiwan @ British Columbia Business e-zine

  • internsinasia.com – Things to know about Business Etiquette in Taiwan @ Interns in Asia website
  • mixmeetings.com – A new international convention centre ushers the proud entrepreneurial spirit that made this Taiwan coastal city a vibrant trading hub over the centuries into a new era @ MIX – Asia’s Business Events Magazine
  • tripjive.com – Cultural Etiquette and Customs to Observe When Visiting Tainan @ Trip Jive . com

  • taipeitimes.com – Tainan Mayor William Lai talks about his approach to governance @ Taipei Times website
  • nat.gov.tw – Social Etiquette in Taiwan @ National Development Council of Taiwan website
  • boardroom.global – Southern Taiwan: A Different Lens on Meetings & Conventions @ Boardroom, the the global reference point both for world of associations & the meetings industry

  • fcs.com.tw – Tainan Has Not Only Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing But Also A Large Number Of “Invisible Champions” @ FCS Group website
  • tjc-global.com – Doing Business in Taiwan – Business Etiquette @ TJC Global website
  • invest.tainan.gov.tw – Taiwan City Investment Invitation Service website

  • taiwaneverything.cc – The Great Tainan Cultural-Creative Bloom @ Taiwan Everything blog
  • windpress.info – Taiwan Design Expo Highlights the Future of Culture While Showcasing the Hidden Champions of Tech Industry @ Windpress global platform for press releases & business news

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  • scholar.google.com – Business culture in Tainan – 臺南的商業文化 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Business culture in Tainan – 臺南的商業文化 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Business culture in Tainan – 臺南的商業文化 @ Google Images

  • Development in Tainan – 臺南市文化中發展的角色

  • Tainan is a historic city in southern Taiwan, traditionally known for agriculture, food processing, textiles & traditional manufacturing. Since the 1990s & especially after the establishment of the Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP), Tainan has become more of a high-tech hub with activities that focus on optoelectronics, semiconductors, biotech & precision machinery.

  • Tainan benefits from good transportation; proximity to high-speed rail & ports; relatively lower land costs in southern Taiwan compared to the north; and a favorable climate for solar power. Tainan is likely to see more investment in solar, wind, energy storage, smart grids & green buildings, as Taiwan pursues broader boals for energy transition.

  • Manufacturing of plastics, rubber & composite materials are a significant sector in Tainan’s prospects for further development. Tainan has over 1,200 companies in plastics & rubber, generating large export values. The fastener industry (“screws and nuts”) has many firms in Tainan, some supplying high-end automotive applications. Fashion, textile, footwear & apparel still have a strong presence. The city promotes “fashion design” as one of its emerging industries.

  • Tainan also has clusters in biotech (pharma, applied biotech) and medical devices. Both local & central governments are actively supporting “5+2 Innovative Industries” including green energy, biotech & smart machinery. The city supports alliances, trade show participation & R&D platforms. There are investments in tourism infrastructure such as piers, visitor centers & canal cruises. Accommodation businesses which support the hospitality industry are also growing; Tainan had almost a thousand businesses related to lodging & accommodation as of late 2024 & more are expected.

  • Tainan is handling NT$400+ billion in major projects recently, reflecting growing business confidence. The government is pushing technological upgrading among SMEs: projects helping firms with digital transformation, net-zero emissions goals etc., generating output in the tens of billions NT$. Infrastructure and R&D investments: for example, AMD’s R&D centers, Tokyo Electron’s operations center. Urban and green development plans: in Shalun area, integrating research and public amenities, transit connectivity, and sustainability features.

  • Given global demand, Tainan’s science parks and R&D centers are likely to attract more firms working in cutting-edge semis, AI, photonics & related fields. Investments from AMD and Tokyo Electron point in this direction.

  • The Tainan Science Park is a central player, with strong activity in optoelectronics, integrated circuits, biotech, smart machinery, etc. In the first half of 2024, six major industries in Tainan Science Park saw revenues reaching ~NT$1 trillion, largely driven by the semiconductor sector. Major international firms are making R&D/investment commitments: Tokyo Electron opened an operations center (~NT$2 billion) to better serve nearby fabs. AMD is also planning R&D centers in Tainan (and Kaohsiung) with support from the government, focusing on silicon photonics, AI, heterogeneous integration. Southern Taiwan Science Park gives critical mass in high-tech industries (semiconductors, optoelectronics).

  • The Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City, in the Gueiren District, is a key development zone aiming to be an innovation base in green energy (solar, wind, energy storage) and related R&D. There are projects for large-scale solar energy installations (e.g. in Cigu District) and increasing rooftop solar. Tainan has set up programs to promote renewable installations, smart grids, energy storage, with a “Sunshine City” initiative.

  • Challenges for sustainability of development in Tainan: (i.) high-tech manufacturing uses a lot of energy, water, and the industrial processes produce waste. Meeting green transition goals for these factors is critical for forward development; (ii.) Other cities in Taiwan, notably Hsinchu, Taichung & Kaohsiung are vying for high-tech investment as well as other geographic areas of East & Southeast Asia. Tainan needs to maintain policy incentives which produce competitive advantages for talent & infrastructure; (iii.) The demand for skilled labor will increase as industries move upmarket into advanced semis, AI & biotech. Ensuring educational & training institutions produce talent with needed skills will be key to supporting a vigorous R&D ecosystem; (iv.) Industrial expansion requires allocation of land & ongoing improvements in infrastructure, as well as compliance with environmental & zoning regulations. Delays or constraints on any of these factors can hamper growth (v.) Supply chain disruptions, shifts in global demand for products such as semiconductors & shifts in trade policy at the national level can impact Tainan’s export-sensitive industries which are sensitive to the global economy; (vi.) Continued urban growth must be sustainable. More green infrastructure & improvements in livability (housing, transport & amenities) will be helpful to retain talent & support business growth.

  • iges.or.jp – Tainan City Susatinable Development Goals @ Institute for Global Environmental Strategies website
  • inta-aivn.org – International Urban Development Association – website
  • architectmagazine.com – Tainan Axis Urban Development Project @ Architect Magazine

  • asla.org – Defunct shopping mall transformed into urban lagoon park in Tainan @ American Society of Landscape Architects website
  • wikipedia.org – Tainan Canal – 臺南運河 @ Wikipedia . org
  • taipeitimes.com – Tainan starts to create an International Green Energy Technology New City @ Taipei Times . com
  • taipeitimes.com – Southern Taiwan to be transformed into ‘AI hub’ @ Taipei Times newspaper website

  • taipeitimes.com – AMD launches new Tainan office @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • wikipedia.org – Mitsui Outlet Park Tainan (Mitsui Outlet Park 台南) @ Wikipedia . org
  • mitsuifudosan.co.jp – Mitsui Outlet Park Tainan – Phase 2 Grand Opening in Spring 2026 – 47 new stores will open to scale up to 236 establishments @ Mitsui Fudosan website

  • invest.tainan.gov.tw – The 3 Emerging Industries @ Tainan City Investment Invitation Service – website
  • tcsaward.org.tw – The Paragon of Sustainability: Tainan’s Road Map to Net Zero, Diversity and Livability @ Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards website
  • invest.tainan.gov.tw – Economic development status @ Tainan City Investment Invitation Service – website

  • kurrant.com – Itochu Joins Tainan Smart City Project, Aiming for $330M AI Contracts @ Kurrant . com
  • cens.com – Tainan Government Promotes Global Trade Expansion and Economic Cooperation @ CENS – Taiwan’s first B2B sourcing website @ CENS . com
  • taiwanreview.nat.gov.tw – Tainan remains greener and quieter than Taiwan’s other metropolitan areas—but for how long? @ Taiwan Review e-zine

  • twtainan.net – Tainan’s Major Tourist Attractions Reached 5.5 million Visitors in July, With Stellar Results in the First Half of the Year @ Tourism Bureau of Tainan City Government website
  • kiddle.co – Tainan facts for kids @ Kiddle . co
  • platformexecutive.com – PEST analysis, an assessment of the business climate, transportation infrastructure & market prospects for Tainan @ Platform Executive . com website

  • explorecity.life – Job Market in Tainan @ Explorecity.life, the resource for exploring the quality of life in cities around the world
  • startupterrace.com – Invest Opportunity in Taiwan @ Startup Terrace . com
  • mice.meettaiwan.com – Tainan City’s New Milestone and Declaration at 2023 Shalun Gala @ Taiwan MICE Promotion Program website. Sponsored by the International Trade Adinistration of the Republic of China
  • fcs.com.tw – Tainan Has Not Only Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing But Also A Large Number Of “Invisible Champions” @ FCS website

  • unhabitat.org – Tainan City Sustainable Development Goals @ United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) website
  • cens.com – Taiwan Launches the “Great Southern Silicon Valley” Initiative Shalun to Drive Taiwan’s AI Era and Emerge as a Global Smart Green Energy Hub @ CENS B2b sourcing website
  • invest.tainan.gov.tw – Tainan City Investment Invitation Service website

  • taipeitimes.com – BizLink to invest NT3.2bn in Tainan manufacturing @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • arxiv.org – From Silicon Shield to Carbon Lock-in ? The Environmental Footprint of Electronic Components Manufacturing in Taiwan (2015-2020) @ arXiv is a curated research-sharing platform (Cornell University, U.S.A.)

  • wikipedia.org – Tainan City – 臺南市 @ Wikipedia . org
  • asian-power.com – Taipower looks to build country’s largest solar energy facility in Tainan for $235m @ Asian Power (AP) website. (Quarterly publication for the power generation, transmission & distribution industry in the Asia Pacific region.)
  • wikipedia.org – Tainan Science Park – 台南科學園區 @ Wikipedia . org

  • digitimes.com – Major industries thrive in Tainan Science Park @ DigitimesAsia website
  • taipeitimes.com – Tokyo Electron opens center in Tainan @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • ftvnews.com.tw – Tainan mayor welcomes AMD Investment in city @ FTV news website

  • wikipedia.org – Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City – 沙崙智慧綠能科學城 @ Wikipedia . org
  • theicons.net – Tainan in 2024: A Historic City Embraces Sustainable Tourism, Becoming a New Global Destination @ The Icons website (Platform for sustainable development leaders.)
  • taipeitimes.com – Starting from Shalun to Create an International Green Energy Technology New City @ Taipei Times newspaper website

  • taiwanreview.nat.gov.tw – MOEA showcases technology project achievements in Tainan @ Taiwan Review e-zine
  • newsminimalist.com – Tainan attracts more investment, managing over NT$400 billion @ News Minimalist news aggregator website

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  • scholar.google.com – Development in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中發展的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Development in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中發展的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Development in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中發展的角色 @ Google Images

  • Economy of Tainan – 臺南市文化中經濟的角色

  • Tainan is considered to have a strong industrial base with both traditional & high-tech sectors. There is good clustering & infrastructure via science parks & industrial parks which helps suppliers, R&D institutions & firms benefit from proximity. There is government support for emerging industries & for green energy & biotech fields. There are many export-oriented firms, including some that dominate niche global markets. Continued growth is likely in semiconductors, optoelectronics, biotech, green & renewable energy.

  • Tainan is a major center for high tech manufacturing. Tainan is the site of several signifcant industrial zones & technology parks. These include: Southern Taiwan Science Park & Tainan Technology Park. These facilities contain clusters of firms which focus on are both manufacturing & on R&D. The Shalun Park in particular is specifically designed around smart energy, green energy & emerging tech. The Southern Taiwan Science Park (especially in the Xinshi, Shanhua and Anding districts) is a hub for optoelectronics, integrated circuits, precision machinery & biotechnology. Companies in, or associated with, Tainan include Chimei-Innolux, United Microelectronics (UMC) & TSMC. In the first half of 2024, Tainan Science Park’s six major industries had revenue of approximately NT$927.308 billion (≈ US$28.8 billion). Recovery & growth were driven largely by the semiconductor sector. Tainan is trying to move up the value chain from “just manufacturing” toward including more R&D, design & green/biotech innovation.

  • Beyond high tech, Tainan has a long history in more traditional manufacturing particularly in textiles, plastics, food processing & auto parts The term “invisible champions” refers to smaller or medium-sized firms excelling in niche manufacturing (for example, auto lamps & fasteners) with demonstrated strong export performance.

  • The Tainan region includes fertile plains (such as the Chianan Plain) with historically strong agricultural output. Crops, fruit, rice & sugarcane are important. Also food & fish processing are signifcant economic activities.

  • Global competition, especially in electronics and manufacturing, is intense. It is important for Tainan to maintain competitiveness in terms of cost, innovation & supply chain management. Dependence on exports also makes Tainan vulnerable to global demand fluctuations, supply chain disruptions & geopolitical risks such as tarrif & trade disputes.

  • There is a need for Tainan to upgrade aging infrastructure in some older manufacturing zones. There is also a need to upgrade facilities in order to support more advanced “clean” production methods. Another challenge for Tainan is to ensure that the labor force has the skills needed not just for manufacturing, but for R&D, biotech & “smart” industries. Government policy will need to focus in particular on emerging industries.

  • mvrdv.com – The open-air Tainan Market serves as an important hub for Tainan’s food supply chain @ MVRDV architects
  • wikipedia.org – Tainan City (臺南市) @ Wikipedia . org
  • ceicdata.com – Number of Factories operating in Tainan City @ CEIC Data website

  • stust.edu.tw – Tainan’s economy is taking off! @ Southern Taiwan University of Science & Technology website
  • nationalgeographic.com – A taste of Taiwan: why Tainan, Hualien and Hsinchu are cities to savour @ National Geographic website
  • beesmart.city – A Portrait of the Smart City Tainan @ Bee Smart City website

  • ey.gov.tw – New science park in Tainan key to emerging green economy cluster @ Executive Yuan of the Republic of China – website
  • investtaiwan.nat.gov.tw – Tainan CityRegional Information @ Invest Taiwan website
  • tainanplas.com.tw – Tainan is a leader in traditional industries with unmatched potential in rubber & plastics @ Tainan City Government Economic Bureau website

  • archdaily.com – Tainan Market @ Arch Daily . com
  • dailysabah.com – Taiwan’s ancient capital Tainan: A shrine of history, culture @ Daily Sabah . com
  • ctee.com.tw – 2025台灣碳中和永續創新展 – Taiwan Carbon Neutral & Sustainability Expo – website

  • stsp.gov.tw – Tainan Science Park @ Southern Taiwan Science Park website
  • stsp.gov.tw – Southern Taiwan Science Park (南部科學園區) website (Chinese)
  • stsp.gov.tw – Southern Taiwan Science Park (南部科學園區) website (English)

  • wsp.com – Tainan Advanced Rapid Transit System – Blue Line (1st Phase) @ WSP . com
  • mvrdv.com – Tainan Spring is a public space design that includes the transformation of a former city-centre shopping mall into an urban lagoon @ MDRDV website
  • upc.edu – Cultural renaissance and cultrual tourism in the City of Tainan @ Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Barcelona Tech University website

  • expedia.com – Tainan City Center backgrounder @ Expedia . com
  • taisugar.com.tw – Shalun Smart Green Energy Circular Residential Park @ Taiwan Sugar Corporation website
  • startup.sme.gov.tw – Concept of Circular Economy on Rise; Ministry of Economic Affairs and Tainan City Government Join Hands to Help Enterprises Seize Golden Opportunity @ “Startup Dream Network” sponsored by the Small & Medium Enterprise Administration (SMEA) of the Repiublic of China Ministry of Economic Affairs

  • roc-taiwan.org – Tainan cultural and creative industry park opens @ TECRO USA website
  • goldcoast.qld.gov.au – Tainan profile @ Australian Government Dept of Foreign Affairs & Trade website
  • mirdc.org.tw – MIRDC Helps Tainan’s Industrial Transformation by establishing Tainan Circular Economy Industry @ Metal Industries Research & Development Center website

  • gold.uclg.org – Sustainable Development Goals for Tainan City 2023 @ Global Observatory on Local Democracy and Decentralization (GOLD) website
  • scmp.com – What to see in Taiwan’s oldest city Tainan as it celebrates its 400th birthday @ South China Moning Post website
  • iges.or.jp – 2023 Tainan City Sustainable Development Goals Voluntary Local Reviews @ Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) website

  • wikipedia.org – Tainan City – 臺南市 @ Wikipedia . org
  • eh.net – The Economic History of Taiwan @ Economic History Association website
  • intelligentcommunity.org – Profile of Tainan City @ Intelligent Community Forum website

  • invest.tainan.gov.tw – The 3 Emerging Industries @ Tainan City Investment Invitation Service website
  • https://www.fcs.com.tw – Tainan Has Not Only Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing But Also A Large Number Of “Invisible Champions” @ Fu Chun Shin Machinery Manufacture Co., Ltd. website

  • kiddle.co – Tainan Facts for kids @ Kiddle . co
  • britannica.com – Tainan Profile @ Encyclopedia Britannica website
  • digitimes.com – Six major industries in Tainan Science Park thrive as revenue reaches NT$1 trillion in 1H24 @ Digitimes Asia website
  • statista.com – Taiwan: Gross domestic product (GDP) in current prices from 1987 to 2030 #@ Statista . com
  • statista.com – Taiwan – statistics & facts @ Statista . com

  • iges.or.jp – 2023 Tainan City Sustainable Development Goals Voluntary Local Reviews @ INstitute for Global Environmental Strategies website
  • countryeconomy.com – Taiwan Gross Domestic Product @ Country Economy website
  • countryeconomy.com – Taiwan Economic Profile @ Country Economy . com

  • tichr.in – Taiwan profile @ Tichr . in (Volunteer Trust of India)
  • gfmag.com – Historical data for Taiwan’s Gross Domestic Product growth, debt-to-GDP ratio & information on trade, banking & financial sector leadership @ Global Finance e-zine
  • macrotrends.net – Taiwan GDP Per Capita @ Macrotrends Research Platform for Long-term investors
  • platformexecutive.com – PEST analysis for Tainan ( assessment of business climate, transportation infrastructure & market prospects) @ Platform Executive website (Australia)

  • explorecity.life – Job Market in Tainan @ ExploreCity.life (a resource for exploring the quality of life in cities around the world)
  • shareba.com – The Ultimate Guide to What Tainan Produces: A Deep Dive into Local Products and Specialties @ ShareBa blog

  • taiwan-database.net – Taiwan profile @ Taiwan-database.net website
  • globalcincinnati.org – Taiwan country profile @ World Affairs Council website
  • statista.com – Gross domestic product (GDP) at current prices in Taiwan from 2015 to 2024 with a forecast until 2025 @ Statista statistics portal

  • wikipedia.org – Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City – 沙崙智慧綠能科學城 @ Wikipedia . org
  • cia.gov – Taiwan Profile @ CIA World Factbook (U.S.A.)
  • tainan.gov.tw – Tainan City Investment Invitation Service website
  • semicontaiwan.org – Southern Taiwan Science Park Bureau, National Science and Technology Council @ SemiconTaiwan website
  • data.gov.tw – The number of visitors to the main tourism and leisure destinations in Tainan City in 2024 @ Ministry of Digital Affairs of the Republic of China website
  • intelligentcommunity.org – Tainan City backgrounder @ Intelligent Community Forum website

  • tainan.gov.tw – Tainan News @ Taincn city government website
  • wikipedia.org – Mitsui Outlet Park Tainan (Mitsui Outlet Park 台南) @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – International Convention Centre Tainan (ICC Tainan – 大臺南會展中心) @ Wikipedia . org

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  • scholar.google.com – Economy in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中經濟的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Economy in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中經濟的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Economy in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中經濟的角色 @ Google Images

  • Trade in Tainan – 臺南市文化中貿易的角色

  • Trade in Tainan has deep historical roots & continues to play an important role in the city’s economy & culture. Tainan’s trading culture has evolved from a maritime hub for rice, sugar & camphor into a blend of agriculture, culture-based trade & high-tech exports. Yet Tainan still carries its heritage with pride as Taiwan’s earliest trading gateway.

  • Tainan was Taiwan’s first capital under the Dutch (1624–1662) and later the Qing Dynasty. Its coastal location made it a key hub for trade in East Asia. During the 17th century, Tainan’s Anping area (then called Fort Zeelandia) was central to international maritime trade of the Dutch East India Company, with exchanges of Chinese silk, Japanese silver, spices from Southeast Asia & European goods. The Cigu Salt Fields were also a major export base. While large-scale salt trade has declined, salt-related cultural products and crafts still exist.

  • In the era of the Qing Dynasty, Tainan became a major trading center for sugar, rice, camphor, and salt, which were exported to mainland China and other regions. During the Japanese Colonial Period (1895–1945), Japan developed Tainan’s industries & infrastructure, enhancing exports of sugar and rice.

  • Tainan’s modern trade infrastructure has shifted from traditional port-based activity around Anping & Taijiang Lagoon to the Kaohsiung Port, just south of Tainan, which handles most exports in the present day. Trade ties of Tainan extend to China, Japan, Southeast Asia, the U.S. & Europe, especially for agricultural goods & high-tech products.

  • Tainan also remains an important agricultural region. Exports include mangoes, guavas, milkfish, orchids, and processed foods. Tainan has industrial zones & high-tech parks such as the Southern Taiwan Science Park and these facilities contribute to exports of semiconductors, electronics & machinery.

  • There is also a strong trading culture in handicrafts & cultural items such as Koji pottery, temple ornaments, textiles & traditional foods. Tainan’s cultural products are popular both locally and in international markets. Local markets and night bazaars in Tainan have historically been traditional trade spaces where food, crafts & cultural products are exchanged. There is a thriving economy based on the trade of religious & temple items. Many temples in Tainan are linked to ritual goods. There has historically been a strong cultural trading culture in items such as incense, lanterns & temple craft that circulate across Taiwan & in overseas Chinese communities. Souvenirs, street food, & heritage-related products also form an important part of the city’s modern trading culture related to tourism.

  • trade.gov.tw – Tainan International Conventer Center @ International Trade Administration of the Republic of China website
  • taitra.org.tw – Tainan office of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council
  • neventum.com – Trade shows in Tainan @ Neventum website

  • taiwantradeshows.com.tw – Taiwan International Trade Shows – website
  • wikipedia.org – Tainan City – 臺南市 @ Wikipedia . org
  • trade.gov.tw – Information & Trade Statistics @ International Trade Administration of the Republic of China website

  • ocac.gov.tw – Overseas Community Affairs Council of the Republic of China – website
  • transpak.com – TransPak | Tainan @ Transpak website
  • eventseye.com – Trade Shows in Tainan 2025 – 2026 @ Events Eye . com

  • dtphn.org – Anping @ Dutch Trading Post Heritage Network
  • taiwantoday.tw – In the days of the Dutch @ Taiwan Today e-zine
  • bbc.com – Tainan: The 400-year-old cradle of Taiwanese culture @ BBC . com

  • willflyforfood.net – The First-Timer’s Tainan Travel Guide @ Will Fly for Food blog
  • globaltaiwan.org – Diversifying Trade: Where Taiwan Stands Today, and Where It Should Go Tomorrow @ Global Taiwan Institute website
  • wikipedia.org – Port of Anping – 安平港 @ Wikipedia . org

  • wikipedia.org – Tainan Canal – 臺南運河 @ Wikipedia . org
  • groupecreditagricole.com – Taiwan Economic & Political Overview @ Groupe Crédit Agricole website
  • focustaiwan.tw – Tainan exports 5 tons of Taiwan tilapia to Singapore @ Focus Taiwan news website

  • worldstopexports.com – Taiwan’s Top 10 Exports @ World’s Top Exports . com website
  • commodity.com – Taiwan’s Top Commodity Imports & Exports @ Commodity . com website
  • etradeasia.com – Trade Asia . com, a B2B marketplace for buyers & suppliers

  • https://www.dtphn.org – Tainan @ Dutch Trading Post Heritage Network website
  • https://www.tai-nan.com – Trade in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中貿易的角色
  • https://itif.org – Trade in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中貿易的角色
  • https://www.tiea.com.tw – Trade in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中貿易的角色
  • https://eyeontw.com – Trade in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中貿易的角色
  • congress.gov – US & Taiwan trade & economic relations @ Congressional Research Service of the U.S. Congress – website

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CURRENCY – 匯 率

Currency in the culture of Tainan

  • Currency in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中匯率的角色

  • The official currency is the New Taiwan Dollar. The abbreviation for the New Taiwan Dollar is NT$ or TWD. Paper (banknote) denominations include: NT$2,000, NT$1,000, NT$500, NT$200 & NT$100. Coin denominations include: NT$50, NT$20, NT$10, NT$5, & NT$1. All of these denominations are legal tender, but some are used more frequently than others. Banknotes of NT$200 & NT$2,000 are less common in everyday transactions. Among the coins, those which are smaller in size, like the NT$20 coin, are less common. The NT$50, NT$10, NT$5 & NT$1 coins are in frequent use in everyday activities.

  • The exchange rate between USD & TWD typically hovers around US$1 ≈ NT$30–31. This actual exchange rate will vary depending on the bank or service used for currency conversion & also depending on the day. Rates for conversion of NT$ into other currencies are available at banks, exchange offices, or via international ATM withdrawals.

  • Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks, government-designated banks, some hotels & at the airport. Foreign visitors are urged to keep their receipts when exchanging money. The receipts are generally required if NT$ are to be converted into other currencies at the time of departure from the Island of Taiwan. Many establishments accept credit & debit cards, especially larger businesses, restaurants & hotels. But cash is generally necessary for smaller shops & night markets, and in rural areas. Foreign visitors are urged to carry a mix of smaller & larger denominations of currency, as small businesses & street vendors may not be able to make change for large bills offered for small purchases. Foreign visitors are also urged to be aware of ATM fees, international withdrawal fees, foreign transaction fees & currency conversion surcharges. Bank exchange services typically operate during regular business hours but may not be available on weekends or holidays.

  • twtainan.net – Currency @ Tourism Bureau of Tainan City Government website
  • xe.com – Convert US Dollars to Taiwan New Dollars @ Xe currency converter
  • smoney.com.au – Currency in Taiwan – A Travel Money Guide to Taiwan @ SMoney currency exchange service (Australia)

  • wikipedia.org – New Taiwan dollar- 新臺幣 @ Wikipedia . org
  • forbes.com – Convert New Taiwan Dollar To United States Dollar @ Forbes website
  • travel.taipei – Currency @ Department of Information & Tourism of the Taipei City Government

  • tna.gov.tw – Currency exchange @ Tainan Airport website
  • cbc.gov.tw – Introduction to Currency @ Central Bank of the Republic of China website
  • federalreserve.gov – (Rates in New Taiwan dollars per U.S. dollar @ Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (U.S.A.)

  • currencyexpert.com – Today’s US Dollar to New Taiwan dollar exchange rate @ Currency Expert . com website
  • apnic.net – Useful facts about Taiwan @ APNIC 44 website
  • findrate.tw – Currency converter @ Find Rate . com

  • travel.com – Taiwan Ultimate Traveler’s Guide to Currencies & Payments @ Travel . com
  • investopedia.com – The Taiwan Stock Exchange @ Investopedia . com
  • medinfo2025.org – Taiwan profile @ Taiwan Association for Medical Informatics website

  • bubbleteaisland.com – The New Taiwan Dollar (NT$ – 新臺幣) – History & Facts @ Bubble Tea Island blog
  • guidetotaiwan.com – Currency – New Taiwan Dollar新台幣, NT$, TWD @ Guide to Taiwan . com
  • sinica.edu.tw – Travel Information for Tainan @ Academia Sinica Institute of Physics website
  • travel.taipei – Currency @ Taipei City Government Department of Information & Tourism
  • https://www.goway.com – Destination guide for Taiwan @ Go Away . com website
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  • ATM’s in Tainan – 臺南市文化中自動提款機的角色

  • The Island of Taiwan has a high density of ATMs. The website “Asian Banking & Finance.net” says there is one ATM for every 826 people. The Taipei Times newspaper website quotes a statistic of one ATM for every 840 people. The Taipei Times has also reported a statistic of ~1,905 ATMs for Tainan City. In the Anping District of Tainan there are ~58 ATMs.

  • ATMs can be found: (i.) in local branches of the major Taiwanese banks (E.SUN, CTBC, Bank of Taiwan, Chang Hwa Bank); (ii.) in convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart); (iii.) at post offices; and (iv.) shopping malls & many other public places.

  • Many ATMs accept foreign debit & credit cards, particularly those tied to Visa or Mastercard. Some will have PLUS or Cirrus compatibility. However, not all machines accept all types of cards. There is often a fee for withdrawing with a foreign card. Some ATMs or banks may charge ~NT$100 per transaction as a surcharge. Withdrawal limits per transaction tend to be around NT$20,000 (about US$625.00).

  • Many ATMs offer an English-language option, especially in urban & tourist areas. But older ATMs and ATMs in more-remote ares may have limited English in the display screens. ATMs are usually available 24/7, especially those in convenience stores or freestanding machines. Bank branches themselves are not open 24 hours and may not be open at all on Sundays.

  • Tainan is introducing a facial recognition system on a trial basis at some ATMs starting from around May 2025. This innovation is aimed at deterring ATM fraudulent practices such as “money mules” who use masks or helmets to hide their identity. The system won’t block transactions if a face isn’t recognized, but will issue voice prompts to remove face coverings & may trigger an alarm after a time delay if the identity of the user cannot be confirmed.

  • taipeitimes.com – Tax rebates now available at ATMs @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • taichung.gov.tw – ATMs @ Taichung City Government website
  • gate.com – The new ATM withdrawal rules “did not show the full face” may trigger an alarm, and Tainan began to launch a trial operation in May to crack down on fraudulent drivers @ Gate . com website

  • idtechwire.com – Taiwan City to Launch AI Facial Recognition at ATMs to Fight Banking Fraud @ IDTechWire website
  • near-place.com – Taishin International Bank ATM in Tainan City @ Near Place website
  • rentechdigital.com – List of ATMs in Taiwan @ Rent Tech Digital . com

  • atmfeesaver.com – Money & Currency in Taiwan: Ultimate Travel Guide 2025 @ ATM Fee Saver . com
  • stackcache.io – Currency Exchange and Banking Facilities in Taiwan @ Stack Cache website
  • you.co – Taiwan ATM Withdrawal Guide: Fees, Locations, Exchange Rates (2025) @ You.co

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  • Banking in Tainan – 臺南市文化中銀行的角色

  • Taiwan has a well-developed banking system. There are many local banks, international banks, post office banking & good ATM / online banking networks. In Tainan, like other large cities on the Island of Taiwan there are branches of all major Taiwan banks, as well branches of some foreign banks. Most bank branches are open weekdays ~9:00 AM to ~3:30 PM. Some branches may have partial hours on Saturday, but many are closed Saturdays and Sundays.

  • For persons who are not a citizens of Taiwan, the following will apply to open a bank account: (i.) In many cases, banks require that the applicant for a bank account present a valid Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) or some form of resident certificate; (ii.) a Passport or other ID document is generally needed; (iii.) A local address will be required. Some branches ask for proof of where you live; (iii.) Some banks require as little as NT$1,000 as an initial deposit in a new savings account; (iv.) After opening an account, if your resident certificate (ARC) is renewed, or your address or phone number changes, the bank may require you to update your info. Failing to do so may result in restrictions; (v.) Foreigners may experience reduced services or stricter verification for things like online banking, linking foreign bank accounts, or credit cards; (v.) The “minimum balance” and fees for services may differ somewhat from what locals pay; (vi.) Interest earned on bank deposits is taxed & the bank often withholds this tax at the source. The rate of taxation depends on the duration of the residency.

  • Once you have a bank account, you’ll typically get a banking/ATM card. Some banks issue cards with both chip & magnetic strip, You will need to set PINs for different functions (ATM, chip, etc.). Foreigners can apply for local credit cards, but banks often require proof of income, proof of stable residency & sometimes a local guarantor. The process for issuing a credit card may take longer than for locals. Many Taiwan banks still use/passbooks (存摺) as transaction records, especially for in-person & routine transactions. Online & Mobile banking is widely available. Some banks offer services in English on their websites or apps, but this can vary by branch.
  • Transferring money within Taiwan is usually free (or very low cost) between bank accounts. ATM withdrawals outside of your bank may incur fees. Using foreign cards will usually incur additional charges. Foreign currency accounts are available at many banks, but you may need additional documentation and you may have to meet more requirements.

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CYBER CAFE – 網咖 / 電競館

Internet cafe culture of Tainan

  • Cyber cafe / Internet cafe in the culture of Tainan – 臺南市文化中網咖 / 電競館的角色

  • What is a “Cyber-café / Net Café / 電競館” in Taiwan ? In Taiwan, these places are often more than just places to get online. Many combine : (i.) Gaming / esports setups (high-performance PCs, gaming chairs, sometimes “zones” for competitive / casual gaming); (ii.) Private or semi-private booths; (iii.) Food & drinks (snacks, instant meals, self-service drink bars); (iv.) Sometimes 24-hour operation; (v.) Some also offer “net lounge” style services: rest areas, possibly even beds or sleep pods (“電競旅館”).

  • Things to Expect : (i.) If you want to game (especially fast games), check what GPU/CPU/monitor (refresh rate, resolution) they have. Some places are top-spec, others just basic; (ii.) Some net cafes / esports cafés are non-smoking, others allow smoking (or have separate sections). For comfort and air quality, this matters. The “領航者電競人文” place, for example, is non-smoking; (iii.) Many are open 24h, but not all. If you plan to go late or very early, be sure the one you pick stays open; (iv.) Pricing Structure: Usually by time blocks (hourly / multiple hours); (v.) Menus for food & beverages in the casual area may cost more than in the premium gaming area; (vi.) Some establisments have minimum spend (“低消”). For instance, “領航者電競人文” has different pricing for “休閒區” vs “電競區” plus minimum charges; (vii.) Some establishments have self-service drink bars, snacks, maybe instant food. If staying long, this can matter. Some have “包廂” or private rooms. Others may also have rest areas & / lounges; (viii.) Some internet cafes are located in areas near a train station or a commercial district, others may be located in suburban districts. If you don’t have transport, picking one near you is better.

  • Examples of Cyber Cafés in or near Tainan :

  • 新戰線電競人文 – 台南歸仁店 (Xin Zhan Xian Esports Culture / Guiren District)
    No. 39, Daren St, Guiren District (歸仁). Open 24 hours. Gaming / esports culture focus. Good option if you’re in or near Guiren.

  • CyberCube – Tainan Zhongshan Store, located in the West Central District, on Zhongshan Road near Tainan Train Station. This is more of an interactive gaming / motion-sensing / party gaming place. CyberCube exudes a “Play with friends” atmosphere. It offers group & event booking. Drinks are included. The location is very central in Tainan City, and the location is walkable from train station. CyberCube is propular less for quiet studying & more for group outings.

  • 領航者電競人文 (Navigator Esports Culture) is located in the Yongkang District, near Kun Shan University in 永康區. This cyber cafe offers high-spec gaming gear with good GPUs (RTX series), curved 2K 144Hz monitors & ergonomic chairs. The atmosphere is clear & bright. It is a non-smoking smoking venue. There is different pricing for “休閒區” vs “電競區” (casual vs esports). This establishment is worth it if you care about performance & comfort.

  • 快樂鳥網路電競館 has several locations: 大同路 in 南區, and others in 仁德／Rende districts. It is a regular internet & gaming cafe. It is acccessible from several parts of the city. This is a reasonably good mid-range option but it may not have all the “bells & whistles” of the top esports facilities.

  • YOYO Coffee Net is located in Shangding Village, Yongkang District. It is a “Coffee + net café” hybrid. It features a more relaxed vibe & could be good for browsing, light gaming or just using internet.

  • spectralcodex.com – Tainan Working Cafes 2014 @ Spectral Codex website
  • cafeandcowork.com –  Work-Friendly Places in Tainan @ Cafe and COwork . com
  • furama.com – Tainan’s 5 Cafes You Need To Pay A Visit @ Furama First Lifestyle portal @ Furama . com

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DRINKING WATER – 飲 用 水

Drinking water quality in Tainan

  • Drinking water in Tainan – 臺南市文化中飲用水的角色

  • The municipal/tap water in Taiwan is treated, and in many cities the water is monitored to ensure it meets safety standards. But “safe where it leaves the treatment plant” doesn’t always mean it’s safe at the tap in every building.

  • In Tainan specifically, many locals and long-term residents say that they do not drink tap water directly. Boiling or filtering first is common. Among the concerns are: (i.) Old or poorly maintained plumbing or water pipes. These can leach metals & accumulate biofilms; (ii.) Water storage tanks (“water towers”) inside buildings. If these are not cleaned well, they can harbor bacteria; (iii.) The Taste and odor (often of chlorine), and the hardness (mineral content) can be off-putting. Even if it’s safe, these factors make people prefer alternatives.

  • What Locals & Visitors Usually Do: (i.) Boil water for drinking and cooking. Many people always do this, especially for drinking and when preparing food that absorbs water (rice, tea, etc.); (ii) Use water filters (including under-sink RO filters or pitcher filters) in apartments. Particularly in newer residences or for people more concerned about purity.; (iii.) Use bottled water especially when traveling or in areas with older infrastructure. Bottled water is widely available and affordable; (iv.) There are “water refill / bottled water stations” (in Taiwan often called “加水站”) in many parts of cities, where you can fill up large water containers. People often boil or filter this water before drinking.

  • Here are suggestions to be safe and comfortable: (i.) Bring or use a water filter (or purifier) at home — maybe a decent countertop filter + boiling when needed; (ii.) Buy bottled water for drinking, especially at first or when staying in older buildings; (iii.) Use boiled water (or filtered) even for brushing teeth if you’re unsure of the plumbing; (iv.) Ask locals or your landlord: “When was the last time the water tank (if present) was cleaned?” “How old are the pipes in this building?” (v.) Refilling reusable water bottles from known safe sources (hot-/cold-water machines, hotels / cafes you trust) is a good strategy.

  • numbeo.com – Pollution in Tainan @ Numbeo . com
  • numbeo.com – Pollution Comparison Between Taipei and Tainan @ Numbeo . com
  • tainan.gov.tw – Tainan City Rende Water Resources Recycling Center Drainage Water Recycling Promotion Project @ Water Resource Bureau of Tainan City Government – website

  • monoandco.com – An Almost Zero Waste Travel Journal for Tainan, Taiwan @ Mono + Co blog
  • taiwan-scene.com – 3 Water-based Attractions in Tainan You Probably Didn’t Know About @ Taiwan Scene e-zine
  • studyabroad101.com – Tainan Is A City Off The Beaten-Path, Yet Still Large & Exciting @ Study Abroad 101 website

  • chipmos.com – Water Resources Risk Management at Tainan fabrication facility @ ChipMOS website
  • moc.gov.tw – Old Tainan Watercourse, an historic water purification facility @ Ministry of Culture of the Republic of China website
  • watermuseums.net – Museum of Drinking Water – 臺北水道水源地 @ Water Museums website
  • wikipedia.org – Museum of Drinking Water – 臺北水道水源地 @ Wikipedia . org
  • https://bubbleteaisland.com – Drinking water in the culture of Tainan – backgrounder
  • https://travel.stackexchange.com – Drinking water in the culture of Tainan – backgrounder

  • englishintaiwan.com – Tea and Coffee, Drinking Water Quality – What to Drink in Taiwan @ English in Taiwan blog
  • taipeitimes.com – Water restrictions in Chiayi &Tainan @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • taipeitimes.com – Water use to be restricted in Tainan and Chiayi @ Taipei Times newspaper website

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EDUCATION – 教 育

Education in the culture of Tainan

  • Education in Tainan – 臺南市文化中教育的角色

  • tn.edu.tw – Tainan City Government Bureau of Education website
  • asiatrend.org – Tainan expects to have over 100 bilingual schools by 2024 @ Asia Trend . org
  • wikipedia.org – Education in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – Education in Tainan @ Wikipedia . org
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  • Academic standards in Tainan – 臺南市文化中學術標準的角色

  • ibst.nnkieh.tn.edu.tw – Curriculum Review @ International Bilingual School at Tainan-Science-Park
  • naer.edu.tw – Curriculum Guidelines @ Taiwan Natonal Academy for Educational Research – 國家教育研究院 – website
  • wikipedia.org – National Academy for Educational Research (NAER) – 國家教育研究院 @ Wikipedia . org

  • clscholarship.org – Critical Language Scholarship program – website
  • naer.edu.tw – Curriculum Guidelines of 12-Year Basic Education @ National Academy for Educational Research (NAER) – 國家教育研究院
  • ma.org.tw – Standards Based Education 標準本位教育 @ Morrison Academy (Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung) – website
  • https://news.tvbs.com.tw – Academic standards in the culture of Tainan
  • https://www.ikointl.com – Taiwan Tainan International Kite Boarding School – website

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  • Universities in Tainan – 臺南市文化中大學的角色

  • Public Universities :

  • National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) was stablished in 1931. It is a leading public research university renowned for its engineering, science & medical programs. NCKU is consistently ranked among Taiwan’s top universities & is recognized globally for its academic excellence.

  • National University of Tainan (NUTN). Established: 1899. One of Taiwan’s oldest universities, offering a broad range of programs across various disciplines. NUTN is known for its commitment to education and research.

  • Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology (STUST). Established: 1990. A prominent institution focusing on applied sciences and technology, STUST offers programs designed to meet the demands of the modern workforce.

  • Tainan National University of the Arts (TNNUA). Established: 1989. A specialized institution dedicated to the arts, offering programs in music, visual arts, and cultural heritage. TNNUA plays a vital role in nurturing Taiwan’s artistic talents.

  • Private Universities and Colleges :

  • Chang Jung Christian University (CJCU). A private Christian university offering a wide range of programs with a focus on holistic education and community service.

  • Chia Nan University of Pharmacy and Science (CNU). Specializes in pharmacy, life sciences, and medical technology, contributing significantly to healthcare education in Taiwan.

  • Kun Shan University (KSU). Offers programs in various fields, emphasizing practical skills and industry collaboration to prepare students for the workforce.

  • Taiwan Shoufu University (TSU). Focuses on applied sciences and technology, aiming to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry needs.

  • CTBC Financial Management College. Specializes in financial management and related fields, providing students with the skills needed for careers in the financial sector.

  • wikipedia.org – Universities & colleges in Tainan @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – The National University of Tainan (NUTN; 國立臺南大學) @ Wikipedia . org

  • ncku.edu.tw – National Cheng Kung University (NCKU; 國立成功大學) – website
  • ncku.edu.tw – National Cheng Kung University (NCKU; 國立成功大學) – web page for International Students
  • wikipedia.org – National Cheng Kung University (NCKU; 國立成功大學) @ Wikipedia . org
  • usnews.com – National Cheng Kung University summary @ US News & World Report website

  • wikipedia.org – List of universities & colleges in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – Category: universities & colleges in Tainan @ Wikipedia . org
  • tainan.gov.tw – List of Universities and Colleges in Tainan City @ Tainan City Investment Invitation Service website

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  • Institutes in Tainan – 臺南市文化中學院的角色

  • National Applied Research Laboratories (NARLabs) – Tainan Base. These institutions focus on semiconductor research & development.

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  • Libraries in Tainan – 臺南市文化中圖書館的角色

  • Tainan, Taiwan, boasts a vibrant network of public libraries that blend modern architecture, rich cultural heritage & community engagement. The libraries of Tainan not only provide access to a wealth of knowledge but also serve as cultural & community hubs, offering programs & spaces that cater to diverse interests & age groups.

  • Tainan Main Public Library (New Main Library)
    Location: No. 255, Kangqiao Blvd., Yongkang District, Tainan City 710038, Taiwan
    Opening Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 8:00–21:00; Saturday–Sunday: 8:00–17:00
    Facilities: This modern architectural gem houses over a million books, including more than 16,000 from the Japanese occupation period. It features exhibition spaces for modern art and heritage collections, a 24/7 study room with 130 seats, and a dedicated children’s area. Notably, it’s the first library in Taiwan with an independent bookstore inside.

  • Yancheng Library
    Location: No. 51, Xinhe East Road, South District, Tainan City 702010, Taiwan
    Highlights: Designed to resemble a crystal made up of stacked books, symbolizing knowledge, Yancheng Library offers a collection of 100,000 books, including children’s books, fiction, sports, and health materials. It aims to serve as a learning and lifestyle hub for the South District.

  • Taikang Cultural Center Library
    Location: No. 205, 207 Sec. 1, Anji Rd., Annan District, Tainan City 70953, Taiwan
    Overview: Part of the Taikang Cultural Center, this library is housed in a multi-purpose facility that includes a performance hall and community college. The library offers audiovisual materials and printed resources, catering to the diverse cultural needs of the community.

  • Jiali District Library
    Location: No. 118, Anbei Rd., Liuan Vil., Jiali Dist., Tainan City 722031, Taiwan
    Opening Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 8:00–21:00; Saturday–Sunday: 8:00–17:00
    Facilities: Serving the Jiali District, this library provides access to a wide range of reading materials and community programs. It’s part of the Tainan Public Library system, which includes 45 public libraries and 2 mobile book carts.

  • Children’s Library at Tainan Public Library
    Location: Within the Tainan Main Public Library
    Features: This dedicated children’s section offers a vast collection of books and interactive spaces designed to foster a love for reading among young visitors. It’s part of the library’s commitment to community engagement and education.

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  • ”Think tanks” in Tainan – 臺南市文化中智庫的角色

  • Tainan County is home to a burgeoning think tank scene that reflects the region’s growing role in innovation, policy research & cross-sector collaboration. While the majority of Taiwan’s prominent think tanks are based in Taipei, Tainan’s strategic location & growing infrastructure make it an attractive base for research institutions & centers for policy analysis. The presence of Taiwan Think Tank Smart Consulting (TGSA) underscores the region’s potential as a hub for innovation & policy research. Tainan’s proximity to major economic centers & its rich cultural heritage provide a unique context for think tanks focusing on regional development & cross-strait relations.

  • Taiwan Think Tank Smart Consulting (TGSA)
    Headquartered in Tainan City, Taiwan Think Tank Smart Consulting Co., Ltd. (TGSA) is a notable private consulting firm that blends research with practical application. Established in 2014, TGSA specializes in government subsidy consulting, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) advisory, and digital transformation services. The firm operates under a dual model of software-as-a-service (SaaS) and consulting, serving small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), publicly listed companies, and exporters. In 2024, TGSA assisted 186 companies in applying for government subsidies and supported 187 companies in obtaining over NT$70 million in ESG-related subsidies. The firm also developed a proprietary Carbon Audit System to automate data collection, emissions calculation, and compliance reporting in accordance with international standards.

  • Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER)
    While based in Taipei, CIER has a significant presence in southern Taiwan through its research initiatives and collaborations. Established in 1981, CIER is a highly esteemed think tank in Taiwan that provides economic and industry-related research and recommendations to the Executive Yuan, Taiwan’s government. The institution conducts both public research and fee-supported research, focusing on areas such as economic forecasting, financial strategies, and regional development.

  • Taiwan Asia Exchange Foundation (TAEF)
    Although headquartered in Taipei, TAEF has extended its influence to southern Taiwan through regional programs and partnerships. Established in 2018, TAEF is Taiwan’s first private policy think tank focused on ASEAN and South Asia. The foundation aims to advance Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy by fostering people-centered exchanges and collaborations with countries in the region. TAEF organizes the annual Yushan Forum and other multilateral dialogue platforms, serving as a hub for leaders, youth representatives, NGOs, and think tanks.

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EX-PAT INFO – 外 籍 人 士 資 訊

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  • Ex-pat info for Tainan – 臺南市文化中外籍人士資訊的角色

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  • Contemporary life web for Tainan – 台南外籍生活網

  • Foreigners living in Tainan experioence a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical richness & a relaxed lifestyle. While Tainan City is the urban core, the surrounding county provides a more tranquil environment, making it appealing for those seeking a balance between modern amenities & traditional Taiwanese life.
  • Tainan is renowned for its slower pace of life when compared with Taipei or Kaohsiung, and many expats find this appealing. The city boasts a rich tapestry of temples, historical sites & a vibrant night market culture. The Tainan Flower Night Market, for instance, is a popular destination offering a plethora of street foods and local goods. The expat community in Tainan is active, with various groups & events providing opportunity for social interactions. Platforms like Facebook groups & local on-line chat forums provide avenues for newcomers to connect, share experiences & seek advice.
  • Housing in Tainan is more affordable than in Taiwan’s northern cities. Renting an apartment is relatively inexpensive & expats typically find the cost of living to be manageable. However, it’s worth noting that public transportation options are limited, with buses being the primary mode of transit. Owning a scooter or car is often necessary for convenience. Tainan Main Station is only eight stops away from Kaoshiung on the local train line & there is easy access to the High Speed Rail, which offers a “bullet train” level of service south to Kaohsiung & north to Taichung, Hsinchu, Taoyuan International Airport & Taipei every few minutes.

  • Mandarin Chinese is the official language, but many locals also speak Taiwanese Hokkien. While younger generations may have some proficiency in English, it’s not widely spoken, especially among the older population. Learning basic Mandarin can significantly enhance the quality of daily interactions & improve the ability of expats to integrate into the community.

  • Tainan’s rich cultural heritage is evident in its numerous temples, traditional architecture, and local festivals. The Grand Matsu Temple, dating back to 1664, is a testament to the city’s deep-rooted religious practices. For those interested in the arts, the Xinying Cultural Center and the Guiren Living Art Center offer exhibitions, performances, and workshops that showcase Taiwanese culture.

  • Nature & Recreation
    Tainan County is home to several natural attractions. The Tsou Ma Lai Farm in Danei District provides a recreational space with orchards, pastures, and annual events like the Tainan International Mango Festival. Wikipedia

    🧭 Final Thoughts
    Tainan County offers a unique living experience for foreigners seeking a blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and a relaxed lifestyle. While it may not have the bustling nightlife of larger cities, its rich traditions, affordable living, and welcoming community make it an attractive destination for those looking to experience authentic Taiwanese life.

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GOVERNMENT – 政 府

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Administrative Divisions of Tainan
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  • Government in Tainan – 臺南市文化中政府的角色

  • Tainan (臺南市) is one of Taiwan’s six special municipalities, meaning it has the same administrative status as Taipei, New Taipei City, Taichung, Taoyuan & Kaohsiung. It was upgraded from Tainan City & Tainan County into a single municipality in 2010.
    As a special municipality, Tainan is directly governed by the central government Executive Yuan rather than by a county government. This gives Tainan a high level of administrative autonomy & a somewhat unburdened budget for local affairs.

  • Tainan was the first capital of Taiwan during the Qing dynasty & early Japanese rule.
    Because of this, many government buildings, temples *institutions have historical significance. Local governance often focuses on preserving the heritage of Tainan while modernizing the city.

  • Tainan’s municipal government (臺南市政府) follows the same structure as other major cities in Taiwan:

  • Mayor (市長). The Mayor of Tainan is the city’s chief executive, elected every four years by residents. The mayor oversees all city departments and implements policies on urban planning, education, environment, culture, and transportation. As of recent years, Tainan’s mayor has been from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).

  • City Council (市議會). The Tainan City Council acts as the city’s legislative body. Councilors are elected by residents to represent various districts. They review budgets, pass local ordinances & supervise the city government’s work.

  • Administrative Divisions: Tainan Municipality is divided into 37 districts (區).
    Some key ones include:

  • East District (東區) – modern commercial area with universities and shopping centers.
  • West Central District (中西區) – historic core with temples and old streets.
  • Anping District (安平區) – famous for its Dutch-era fort and port area.
  • Yongkang District (永康區) – a growing industrial & residential zone.

  • Each district has its own district office, which handles local affairs like household registration &community services.

  • Government Departments. Major departments under the Tainan City Government include:

  • Education Bureau (教育局) – oversees schools and educational programs.
  • Cultural Affairs Bureau (文化局) – manages museums, heritage sites, and arts promotion.
  • Transportation Bureau (交通局) – plans road, bus, and bike systems.
  • Economic Development Bureau (經濟發展局) – supports local business, industry, and investment.
  • Environmental Protection Bureau (環保局) – enforces environmental policies.

  • Political Landscape. Tainan is known as a stronghold of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), which often plays an influential role in national politics. Many prominent Taiwanese politicians began their careers in Tainan. Local governance often emphasizes heritage preservation, innovation industries & sustainable development.

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  • Administrative DIvisions of Tainan – 臺南市文化中行政區的角色

  • Tainan (台南市) is a special municipality in southern Taiwan. It was officially designated a Special Municipality in 2010 when Tainan County merged with Tainan City). It is governed as a directly administered municipality (直郡市) under the central government of the Republic of China (Taiwan).

  • Current Administrative Structure: Tainan City is divided into 37 districts (区).

  • Urban Districts (former Tainan City area):

  • West Central District(中西区)
  • East District(东区)
  • South District(南区)
  • North District(北区)
  • Anping District(安平区)
  • Annan District(安南区)

  • Rural & Suburban Districts (former Tainan County area):

  • Yongkang District(永康区)
  • Guiren District(桂仁区) ]
  • Xinhua District(新华区)
  • Zuozhen District(左镇区)
  • Yujing District(玉井区)
  • Nanxi District(南西区)
  • Nanhua District(南华区)
  • Rende District(仁德区)
  • Guanmiao District(关妙区)
  • Longqi District,
  • Guantian District,
  • Madou District,
  • Jiali District
  • Xigang District
  • Qigu District
  • Jiangjun District, Xuejia District, Beimen District , Xinying District, Houbi District, Baihe District, Dongshan District, Liujia District , Xiaying District , Liuying District, Yanshui District, Shanhua District, Danei District , Shanshang District, Xinshi District , Anding District.

  • Each district (区) has a District Office which manages local administrative services such as civil registration, household matters & local construction. Prior to 2010, Tainan City had 6 urban districts & Tainan County had 31 townships & cities. These were all merged into one special municipality (Tainan City), keeping all 37 Administrative Divisions but renaming all to “区”.

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  • Laws in Tainan – 臺南市文化中法律的角色

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  • Judiciary in Tainan – 臺南市文化中司法機關的角色

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  • Politics in Tainan – 臺南市文化中政治的角色

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INFO WEB – 網 路 消 息

Culture of the info-web for Tainan

  • _____ – Info web for Tainan

  • Lily Fruit
  • Feng Cha Teahouse
  • Sai Kau Kin Old House B&B
  • Togo Graceful Farmer Art Factory
  • taipeitimes.com – Japanese magazine again features Guohua Street @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • Shennong Food Street
  • Shuixiangong market
  • Yong Le Market
  • Shalun

MEDIA WEB – 媒 體 網

Media web in the culture of Tainan

  • Media web of Tainan – 臺南市文化中媒體網的角色

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  • Newspapers in Tainan – 臺南市文化中報紙的角色

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  • Magazines in Tainan – 臺南市文化中雜誌的角色

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MILITARY – 軍 事

Military in the culture of Tainan

  • Military in Tainan – 臺南市文化中軍事的角色

  • Tainan has historically had a notable military presence, largely because Taiwan’s southwest region is strategically important given its proximity to the Taiwan Strait. Tainan & its surrounding areas host several military facilities, mainly for the Republic of China Armed Forces (ROCAF Air Force) & ROC Army/Navy).
  • Military Bases and Installations
    :
    Tainan Air Force Base (台南空軍基地)
    One of the major airbases in southern Taiwan.
    Home to fighter squadrons and training units.
    Historically important for air defense over the Taiwan Strait.
    Chiayi-Tainan Defense Zone
    Coastal defense installations along the southwest coast.
    Includes radar stations, artillery positions, and missile sites.
    Naval Presence
    While the main ROC Navy bases are further north (Kaohsiung and Zuoying), Tainan has smaller coastal surveillance and support facilities.
    Some units focus on anti-smuggling and maritime patrol operations.
    Army Units
    The southern region hosts infantry and armored brigades that train in rural and semi-mountainous areas near Tainan.

    2. Strategic Significance
    Proximity to the Taiwan Strait: Tainan’s location makes it a key defensive and surveillance point for monitoring potential threats from mainland China.
    Training and Exercises: The region’s mix of flat plains and coastal areas is ideal for army maneuvers, artillery practice, and amphibious defense drills.

    3. Military Academies & Research
    Tainan is near some military research institutions, including radar, communications, and weapons testing facilities.
    There are also recruitment and reserve training centers in the county.

    4. Civil-Military Interaction
    The military in Tainan has historically interacted with local communities: disaster relief, public service, and cultural events.
    The Tainan Air Force Base, for example, occasionally hosts open days for civilians.

    5. Current Trends
    Modernization programs: Taiwan has been upgrading southern bases with advanced air defense systems, new fighter jets (like F-16V), and missile defense systems.
    Focus on rapid deployment and coastal defense, given the strategic southwest coast.
  • 🛫 Tainan Air Base & Airport
    Tainan Airport (RCNN): A dual-use facility serving both civilian and military aviation. It is shared with the Republic of China Air Force, highlighting its strategic importance. Wikipedia
    Tainan Air Base Overview: Provides detailed information about the base’s systems, facilities, and its role within Taiwan’s defense infrastructure. GlobalSecurity
    Tainan Air Base 1972: Features historical maps and photographs from the 1970s, offering insights into the base’s development and operations during that era. taipeiairstation.blogspot.com

    🪖 Republic of China Armed Forces
    Republic of China Armed Forces: An overview of Taiwan’s military branches, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Military Police, detailing their roles and organizational structure. Wikipedia
    Republic of China Army: Focuses on the Army’s composition, including infantry and armored brigades, and its strategic importance in Taiwan’s defense strategy. Wikipedia
    Republic of China Air Force: Describes the Air Force’s mission, including airspace defense, surveillance, and procurement of advanced aircraft. Wikipedia

    🗺️ Historical & Cultural Context
    Tainan Airfield History: Explores the history of Tainan Airfield, including its use during World War II and its evolution into a modern airbase. Pacific Wrecks
    Former Japanese Imperial Army Tainan Hospital: Discusses the site’s transformation from a military hospital during the Japanese era to its current status, reflecting the region’s layered military history. Tainan Travel

    📸 Visual Resources
    Tainan Air Base 1969: Offers photographs from 1969, showcasing the base’s layout and operations during that period. taipeiairstation.blogspot.com
    Taipei Air Station Blog: Features a collection of historical images and articles related to U.S. military presence in Tainan, providing a visual narrative of the base’s history.

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PORTS – 港 口

An Ping Harbor. Tainan
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  • Harbors in Tainan – 臺南市文化中海港票的角色

  • Tainan County, now part of Tainan City, is home to several notable harbors that blend historical significance with modern maritime activities. Here’s an overview of the key harbors in the region:
  • Port of Anping (安平港)
    Once Taiwan’s busiest port, the Port of Anping is located in Tainan’s South and Anping Districts. In the early 20th century, its main entrance was near the northern part of Yuguang Borough, accessible only to smaller vessels. However, in the 1970s, a deeper channel was constructed, allowing accommodation for 6,000-tonne cargo ships and effectively separating Yuguang Borough from the main island of Taiwan, leading to its unofficial renaming as Yuguang Island. The port was designated an international commercial port in 1997. Wikipedia+1
    Today, Anping Harbor serves as a hub for tourism and recreation. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks or bike rides along the harbor, take boat tours to explore the city’s rich history, and witness the bustling fishing activities. The area is also home to Lin Mo-niang Park, dedicated to the sea goddess Mazu, who is believed to protect seafarers. rtaiwanr.com

    🐟 Qingshan Fishing Harbor (青鯤鯓青山漁港)
    Situated between Anping and Jiangjun harbors, Qingshan Fishing Harbor maintains a traditional fishing village atmosphere. Its small fish market becomes lively every afternoon when fishing boats return, offering fresh catches to seafood enthusiasts. Tainan Travel

    🌅 Jiangjun Fishing Harbor (將軍漁港)
    Located in Jiangjun District, this harbor is known for its holiday seafood market and fish auction grounds. It’s also an important port for the future Green Highway route around the island of Taiwan. swcoast-nsa.gov.tw

    🌊 Luzhu Sightseeing Fishing Harbor (鹿竹觀光漁港)
    Also known as Beimen Fishing Port, Luzhu is one of the three largest fishing ports in Tainan. It boasts a fleet of 100 motorized jiaofa (traditional fishing vessels with hulls made of many long, plastic pontoons), making it the largest fishing port for jiaofa in the region. These vessels are often used to transport oysters from the oyster farms, and sea anglers frequently rent them for coastal fishing. swcoast-nsa.gov.tw

    🛥️ Anping Harbor National Historical Park
    This park showcases the rich maritime history of Anping Harbor. Visitors can explore the preserved harbor area, stroll along the waterfront, and learn about the historical significance of the port through various exhibits and guided tours. rtaiwanr.com

    These harbors not only serve as vital maritime hubs but also offer unique cultural and recreational experiences, reflecting the deep-seated maritime heritage of Tainan County.

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POSTAGE STAMPS – 郵 票

Postage stamps in the culture of Tainan
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  • Postage stamps in Tainan – 臺南市文化中郵票的角色

  • Postage stamps and philatelic culture have a strong intersection with the history & culture of Tainan. In 1895, after the First Sino-Japanese War, the short-lived Republic of Formosa (also called the “Taiwan Republic”) was declared in the Tainan area by Liu Yung‑fu and his Black Flag troops. During this period a very rare set of postage stamps bearing a tiger motif and the name “Taiwan Republic” was issued. These stamps are often referred to as the “Sole Tiger” stamps, and are legendary in Taiwanese philately because of their rarity & the historical moment they reflect. They highlight Tainan’s significance as a political and postal‐history site at that time.
  • More recently stamps issued by Chunghwa Post cover Tainan scenes & commemorate Tainan’s long cultural history through the Dutch, Ming, Qing, Japanese colonial &modern eras). For example, a 2024 issue marked Tainan’s 400-year anniversary. The 2024 Tainan commemorative stamps show multiple eras: Dutch era, Koxinga era, Qing, Japanese & the modern era.
  • In recent years, Tainan has leveraged issues of postal stamps as a way to promote cultural‐tourism promotion. For example, in 2024 a commemorative stamp set was released to mark Tainan’s 400th anniversary, featuring iconic Tainan landmarks from different eras. A “virtual stamps platform” was launched where visitors scan QR codes at cultural sites, temple/shopping areas in Tainan to collect “digital stamps” — a fusion of tradition and tourism.
  • In southern Taiwan, the regional branch of the postal service works with local philatelic societies to hold lectures and exhibitions. The exhibitions are often thematic, celebrating folk religion, ecology & heritage. The exhibitions can also bring in local stories, making stamps more than collectibles, but actually tools for public education & cultural identity. Stamp exhibitions & local philatelic society meetings are often held at local post offices or cultural centers.
  • Beyond just Tainan, Taiwanese stamps often feature folk religion (deities & temples) as well as local cultural motifs. For example, a 2025 series by Chunghwa Post features gods like the Jade Emperor & Guanyin. In Tainan, where temple culture, folk beliefs & historic architecture are strong, the presence of these motifs in stamp culture helps entrench local identity & pride.

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POSTAL – 郵 政

Postal service in the culture of Tainan

  • Postal services in Tainan – 臺南市文化中郵政的角色

  • Chunghwa Post is the national postal service of Taiwan (Republic of China). It handles letters & parcels. Chunghwa Post also functions as a bank & savings institution & it offers insurance policies to its patrons. In the Tainan area there are many branches of the post office & related angencies. You can locate these via the Chunghwa Post website. The site also contains a list of “EZPost” printers (self-service/ kiosks) in the Tainan area.

  • Postal/ZIP codes: In Taiwan the 3-digit (or 3+3) postal code system applies. For Tainan the codes begin with “700”–“745” for various districts in Tainan City. When writing an address it is customary to include a phone number & the address written in Chinese along with English if necessary. This will help avoid delays. Delivery may be problematic if the address is only in English or lacks details such as the “Lane”, “Alley” or“Section”. Because Tainan covers both city & rural townships delivery may take longer in more remote or rural districts.

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  • post.gov.tw – Postal service in the culture of Tainan – backgrounder
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  • FEDERAL EXPRESS – 聯邦快遞股份有限公司
  • FedEx Express Taiwan is a subsidiary of FedEx Express and the FedEx Corporation) has been operating in Taiwan for more than 30 years. FedEx has a significant domestic network with more than 7,000 authorised shipping centres across Taiwan; eight FedEx stations; and ten “FedEx World Service Centers”.
  • FedEx also offers many self-service options for drop off & pick up of parcels. FedEx locations for drop off & pick up include: 7-Eleven stores, post offices (Chunghwa Post counters) and iBox terminals. FedEx recently expanded their network through cooperation with convenience chain Hi‑Life; via that partnership customers can pick up international packages at nearly 1,600 Hi-Life stores. FedEx has introduced electric delivery trucks in Taiwan (in collaboration with FUSO) as part of a drive toward carbon neutrality. The investment of FedEx in the network of locations & in the authorized “FedEx World Service Centers” can be viewed as an indication of the commitment by the company to Taiwan as a logistics hub.

  • United Parcel Service – (UPS) – 聯合包裹服務股份有限公司
  • UPS opened a new logistics facility near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taoyuan City) in 2020. The facility (called “NK2”) provides both bonded and non-bonded goods storage & increases the storage capacity of UPS in Taiwan by over 30%. UPS has also added additional flight capacity & extended pickup times (as late as midnight) for shipments to Europe so that Taiwanese businesses can export more volume & still hit the mark for 2-business-day delivery to Europe.
  • UPS has also expanded service coverage in rural areas & smaller townships in Taiwan by partnering with local vendors, especially in regions like Chiayi & Yunlin, allowing door-to-door parcel pickups in areas that previously lacked same-day / next flight-out export services.
  • The official UPS “Service Guide Taiwan” (for 2024/2025) shows localilty rates, surcharges (such as remote area surcharges & disbursement fees), contact information & service conditions for shipments in Taiwan.

  • DHL – 敦豪貨運代理股份有限公司

  • DHL in Taiwan consists of several divisions under the broader DHL Group umbrella : (i.) DHL Express Taiwan handles international express courier services; (ii.) DHL Supply Chain Taiwan handles contract logistics, warehousing & supply‐chain management across Taiwan; (iii.) DHL Global Forwarding Taiwan Branch handles sea-air-road freight forwarding.
  • With DHL Express Taiwan you can ship parcels internationally from or to Taiwan. DHL supports e-commerce, B2B and B2C shipments. DHL Supply Chain Taiwan offers customised logistics solutions, including warehousing, value-added services, inventory & fulfillment. Through the Global Forwarding branch, DHL covers larger freight movements (air-sea-road) & supply chain segments.
  • Strategic investments & operations in Taiwan : (i.) In June 2019, DHL Express Taiwan announced an NT$80 million (~US$2.5 million) investment to establish a new service centre in Taoyuan’s Qingpu District (青埔), enabling higher throughput (double hourly capacity) and better handling of fast-growing demand. In late 2022, DHL Supply Chain Taiwan announced a EUR 10 million (NT$320 million) investment over five years to expand warehousing space in Northern Taiwan (Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taipei area) to serve clients in semiconductor & life-sciences/healthcare sectors. DHL plans to increase this footprint to ~200,000 m² by 2027. The infrastructure is positioned to leverage Taiwan’s industrial clusters in Taoyuan & Hsinchu and improve airport-port-highway connectivity.

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SCIENCE – 科 學

Science in the culture of Tainan

  • Science in Tainan – 臺南市文化中科學的角色

  • Tainan is somewhat distinct from Taiwan’s northern science hubs, such as Hsinchu. Tainan mixes a region steeped in history & culture with newer technology zones. Tainan is transforming from an economy dominated by agriculture into one with significant high-tech & research components. The presence of a major research university plus national research institutions & technology parks in one region helps to create a strong “science ecosystem” in Tainan.

  • Tainan historically has had a strong agricultural base. The establishment of the Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP) signals a strategic move to provide new employment, keep talent in the region & diversify the economy. With institutions like National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) & Academia Sinica clustered together with the Science Park, there is a “triple-helix” type ecosystem: universities / research → industry → local economy. Also envisioned is a “Smart Green Energy Science City” that will focus on AI, zero-carbon technologies, smart agriculture, smart medicine, quantum tech & policy support.

  • The Tainan Astronomical Education Area (TAEA) provides astronomy & general science education & carries science-based programs into the schools. The Science Education Center at NCKU also works with schools to organize hands‐on science activities which are intended to ignite student interest in science.

  • High schools in the region tie into the “science ecosystem” of Tainan. For instance, the National Nanke International Experimental High School (NNKIEH) in the Science Park region educates students in Grades 1–12 in an environment oriented towards science & technology.

  • While the shift to high-tech is underway, the region still faces the challenge of balancing development in R&D with manufacturing. The article “Half-transformed: Tainan County After the Science Park” notes that while many jobs have been created, the region remains in transition. It is important to ensure that scientific research & innovation are sustained; that talent continues to be attracted to the region & is retained there; and that infrastructure keeps pace with ongoing development of facilities & projects related to technology & R&D.

  • Key Institutions & Infrastructure :

  • National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) is a major public research university in Tainan. The institution was founded in 1931 and has a strong emphasis in engineering, science, medicine & design. Because of its research profile, NCKU serves as a key driver for science & technology in the region, both by educating new talent & in conducting research.

  • Academia Sinica South Campus (ASSC) is the southern branch of Taiwan’s premier academic research institution. The ASSC is oriented toward cutting-edge fields such as agricultural biotechnology, quantum sciences & zero-carbon sustainability. ASSC provides Tainan with a foundation for higher-level scientific research as a compliment to existing development in manufacturing & applied tech.
  • Tainan Science Park (TSP) is part of the larger Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP). This high-tech park is part of a deliberate strategy to shift the region’s economy from agriculture & lower-end manufacturing toward higher-tech research, R&D & manufacturing. The park hosts companies in optoelectronics, semiconductors & biotech and is a key technology cluster in the region.

  • Tainan Astronomical Education Area (TAEA) is a dedicated facility which was built for astronomy education & outreach in the Danei locality of Tainan. The project includes an observatory, the largest on-level ground telescope in Taiwan & a planetarium. The TAEA helps broaden the scope of “science” in the region beyond high-tech manufacturing to public science education & astronomy.

  • wikipedia.org – National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) – 國立成功大學 @ Wikipedia . org
  • taipeitimes.com – Southern Taiwan seeks Sinica’s help @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • studyintaiwan.org – Medical Devices, Smart Healthcare Applications, Mechatronics Design Integration @ Southern Taiwan University of Science & Technology

  • nthu.edu.tw – Map of research talent distribution by university
  • ncku.edu.tw – NCKU Science Education Center Joins NTGSHS and Japan Tatsuno High School for Physics and AI Experiments
  • focustaiwan.tw – University to set up branch in Southern Taiwan Science Park

  • ntu.edu.tw – Research Centers at National Taiwan University @ NTU website
  • ceci.com.tw – Hsinchu Science Park @ CECI Engineering Consultants Inc. website
  • ceci.com.tw – Southern Taiwan Science Park @ CECI Engineering Consultants Inc. website

  • nsysu.edu.tw – Southern Taiwan Interdisciplinary Center for Innovative Technologies website
  • nnkieh.tn.edu.tw – International Bilingual School at Tainan-Science-Park website
  • wikipedia.org – National Nanke International Experimental High School (NNKIEH) – 國立南科國際實驗高級中學 @ Wikipedia . org

  • ncb.niar.org.tw – National Center for Biomodels @ National Institutes of Applied Research website
  • aicee.org.tw – National University of Tainan @ Taiwan Education Fair website
  • tnam.museum – The Art Conservation & Scientific Research Center @ Tainan Art Museum website

  • searchassociates.com – International Teaching in Tainan-Science-Park: High Tech Balanced with Nature @ Search Associates website
  • thenota.com – Tainan to Establish State-of-the-Art AI Industrial Park
  • sinica.edu.tw – Academia Sinica South Campus – website

  • taea.tn.edu.tw – Tainan Astronomical Education Area (TAEA) – 南瀛天文教育園區 website
  • wikipedia.org – Tainan Astronomical Education Area (TAEA) – 南瀛天文教育園區 @ Wikipedia . org

  • Tainan Science Park (台南科學園區)

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SECURITY – 安 全

Security in the culture of Tainan

  • Security in Tainan – 臺南市文化中技術的角色

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  • Role of Tainan in the national security of Taiwan – 臺南在臺灣國家安全中的角色

  • scmp.com – Japanese tourists in Taiwan on the colonial history trail in Taipei, Tainan and Hualien @ South China Morning Post website
  • thenewslens.com – Taiwan News: China Accused of Spreading ‘Fake News’ to Influence Elections @ The News Lens website
  • nutn.edu.tw – National University of Tainan website
  • japantimes.co.jp – Amid China tensions, Taiwan and U.S. security officials hold rare meeting @ The Japan Times website
  • rand.org – Beijing’s Threats Against Taiwan Are Deadly Serious @ Rand Corporation website

  • taiwan.gov.tw – Taiwan government agency portal @ Taiwan Government website
  • taipeitimes.com – Mama’s boys are a security risk @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • wikipedia.org – National University of Tainan – 國立臺南大學 @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – National Security Bureau – 國家安全局 @ Wikipedia . org

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  • Economic Security in Tainan – 臺南在臺灣經濟安全中的角色

  • Tainan plays a pivotal role in the economic security of the Island of Taiwan. Tainan is a technological, industrial & strategic hub that helps Taiwan: (i.) maintain its high-end manufacturing leadership; (ii.) diversify & strengthen its industrial base; and (iii.) enhance Taiwan’s national resilience. Tainan is key to mantaining Taiwan’s capacity to earn revenue, maintain jobs, sustain industries & stay ahead in the global environment for key technologies. At the same time, the concentration of advanced capabilities in Tainan comes with risks that must be managed: in infrastructure, supply chains, talent & geopolitical influences.

  • Tainan is strategically placed in Taiwan’s southern development plan, which diversifies risk away from clusters further north on the Island of Taiwan. This diversification helps to disperse economic activity from the northern portion of the Island of Taiwan to points farther south. Tainan is also building strategic innovation zones for cybersecurity & AI which are directly tied to national resilience. External observers see Taiwan, and clusters like Tainan, as integral to the global semiconductor supply chain. Thus, Tainan’s importance in Taiwan’s economic security is not only domestic but global.

  • Tainan hosts major facilities of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.  (TSMC) for advanced nodes (3-nm). The city is also home to the Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP), which has been a major driver of converting Tainan from traditional manufacturing into high-tech. Semiconductor-equipment firms like Tokyo Electron Ltd. have set up large operations in Taiwan, which helps strengthen the economic ecosystem for hi-tech. More recently, global chip-design leader Advanced Micro Devices Inc.  (AMD) has established an office & R&D presence in Tainan’s tech hub at the Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City. All of this investment activity is intended to stimulate a push into AI, cyber & sustainable energy.

  • Beyond the leading fabs, Tainan supports many “invisible champion” manufacturers for items such as auto-parts, plastic injection, & lamps as part of a diversified industrial base. Tainan hosts facilities which support logistics & warehousing for chip supply near major fabs. The city government reports enterprise investment & output growth since 2019 of: 1,462 investment cases, NTD$201.1 billion in investment, output value of NTD$398.7 billion & 48,343 jobs.
  • Tainan is part of a broader “S-corridor” in southern Taiwan being developed as a technology cluster (Tainan + Kaohsiung + others) which offers advantages in land, energy supply, talent & green energy. The Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City in Tainan has been designated as a zone for R&D in cybersecurity & smart-tech. From an economic-security standpoint, Tainan’s role is not just manufacturing but also part of Taiwan’s strategy to strengthen “trusted sectors” (semiconductor, AI, cyber & defence) and therefore help shore up national resilience to external shocks or strategic competition.
  • Even though Tainan plays a very positive role, there are key risks & considerations that affect Taiwan’s economic security: (i.) The semiconductor industry globally relies heavily on Taiwan, and within Taiwan, on certain clusters like Tainan. This concentration makes Taiwan vulnerable to geopolitical, natural disaster & supply-chain disruption risk. Product disruptions in Tainan could easily ripple through the global economy; (ii.) Advanced fabs & high-tech manufacturing consume substantial amounts of electricity, water & land. These industries also require a stable infrastructure. Shortages or disruptions (droughts, power outages & water supply) can pose risk to continuity. Tech clusters like Tainan highlight the need for resilient infrastructure; (iii.) Taiwan’s high-end manufacturing capabilities in localities like Tainan are strategic assets. Part of the national economic security policy involves physially protecting these assets, ensuring their cyber security & keeping the supply-chains secure. The development of hubs for cybersecurity and AI in Tainan underscores that blur between commercial high tech & national security; (iv.) As Tainan expands its advanced-tech ecosystem, attracting & retaining skilled talent becomes a challenge. If talent drains or supply-chain fragmentation occurs, the competitive edge that Tainan holds at the present time may weaken.
  • Implications for Taiwan’s overall economic-security strategy: (i.) By strengthening domestic clusters like Tainan, Taiwan can reduce vulnerability to external economic shocks such as export restrictions, trade wars & supply interruptions; (ii.) Taiwan’s ability to maintain a competitive & technological advantage in semiconductors & AI gives the island global economic relevance; (iii) Developing southern Taiwan (Tainan) reduces over-concentration in a single area and helps to distribute economic & infrastructure risk; (iv.) Tainan’s R&D zones & industry-academia linkage help Taiwan sustain a healthy pace of innovation which is critical for maintaining advanced-tech edge; (v.) the emerging hub in Tainan for cyber & smart energy shows industrial technology & national security spheres are converging. Ensuring these investments are protected becomes part of the economic security agenda.
  • Challenges: (i.) How well can Tainan sustain uninterrupted power, water, transport, especially under natural-disaster risk or climate stress? (ii.) If other countries build rival capacity – chip fabs elsewhere -Taiwan must continue to invest and upgrade in order to maintain competitive standing; (iii.) Even with strong local clusters, many components or materials are global. Ensuring that Tainan’s industry has resilient supply-chain links is key; (iv.) Can Tainan attract & keep the high-skilled workforce which will be needed in the face of strong International competition; (v.) Taiwan’s tech prominence is an asset but also a target. Securing the hi-tech zones in Tainan from cyber & physical threats is critical.

  • thenota.com – Tainan to Establish State-of-the-Art AI Industrial Park
  • tvbs.com.tw – AMD opens new office in Tainan, boosting AI industry

  • https:/circular-taiwan.org – Supply Chain Ecosystem to Create Fashion of Sustainability
  • https://www.iges.or.jp – 2023 Tainan City Sustainable Development Goals Voluntary Local Reviews
  • https://www.twtainan.net – Tainan’s Major Tourist Attractions Reached 5.5 million Visitors in July, With Stellar Results in the First Half of the Year @ Tourism Bureau of Tainan City Government website

  • https://www.tainanfastener.com – Tainan City Government will host the Tainan International Fastener Industry Show 2025 @ Tainan Fastener Trading Association website
  • https://www.cens.com – Well Integrated Supply Chain Props Up Taiwan as World’s No.2 Fastener Maker
  • https://theicons.net – Tainan in 2024: A Historic City Embraces Sustainable Tourism, Becoming a New Global Destination

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  • Military security in Tainan – 臺南在臺灣軍事安全中的角色

  • Tainan occupies an important position in Taiwan’s military security. Tainan’s role is primarily geostrategic, logistical & operational. Tainan serves as a southern defensive node supporting air, naval & missile capabilities. Tainan’s location also facilitates rapid response & integrated defense operations. Tainan’s location, military installations & infrastructure make Tainan a key part of Taiwan’s overall security posture.

  • Tainan is situated along Taiwan’s southwestern coast, facing the Taiwan Strait. This makes Tainan a critical area for monitoring & potentially defending against any naval or air threats approaching from the southwest. Tainan’s location also allows Taiwan to control and monitor the western seaboard & the maritime routes leading to the Taiwan Strait.

  • Ongoing defense modernization programs aim to enhance air defense, missile systems & radar coverage in southern Taiwan. The area may also serve as a site for deploying new asymmetric defense technologies, such as anti-ship missiles, drone systems & coastal surveillance networks.

  • Tainan hosts several military installations & facilities that contribute to Taiwan’s defense posture :

  • Tainan Air Base (臺南空軍基地) is operated by the Republic of China Air Force (ROCAF). It is home to fighter squadrons which are capable of rapid deployment. Tainan will also serve if needed as a forward operating base for air defense in southern Taiwan.

  • The nearby southwestern coast also provides for access by naval units for patrol, surveillance & defense operations in the maritime approaches to the Island of Taiwan. Coastal defense missile systems & artillery units are further positioned to deter amphibious or naval threats along the southwest coast.

  • Tainan is home to military training areas used for live-fire exercises & combined arms training. Tainan’s infrastructure supports logistics for southern military units, including supply depots, transportation routes & maintenance facilities.

  • fas.org – Tainan Air Base @ Federation of American Scientists website
  • aljazeera.com – China offers cash bounties for information on Taiwanese military officers @ al Jazeera news website
  • fas.org – Taiwan Air Bases @ Federation of American Scientists website

  • wikipedia.org – National Security Bureau (國家安全局) of the Republic of China @ Wikipedia . org
  • globaltaiwan.org – Recent Chinese Spy Cases in Taiwan: Knowns, Unknowns, and Implications @ Global Taiwan Institute website
  • taipeitimes.com – Marine corps establishes security units in strategic shift @ Taipei Times newspaper website

  • usni.org – Plan to Fight Underground to Win in Taiwan @ US Naval Institute website
  • airuniversity.af.edu – Taiwan’s Defense Policies in Evolution @ Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs, The Department of the Air Force Professional Journal for America’s Priority Theater
  • tandfonline.com – Taiwan’s security: Civilian control and external threat @ COGENT Arts & Humanities Journal

  • tandfonline.com – Explaining National Identity Shift in Taiwan @ Journal of Contemporary China
  • tandfonline.com – Social construction of national identity: Taiwanese versus Chinese consciousness @ Social Identities Journal for the Study of Race, Nation and Culture
  • tandfonline.com – Taiwan’s identity in formation: in reaction to a democratizing Taiwan and a rising China @ Asian Ethnicity Journal

  • tandfonline.com – When Independence Meets Reality: Symbolic and Pragmatic Politics in Taiwan @ Journal of Contemporary China
  • globaltaiwan.org – Innovative Strategies for Taiwan’s Defense: Learning from the Underdogs @ Global Taiwan Institute website
  • defensepriorities.org – Target Taiwan: Prospects for a Chinese invasion @ Defense Priorities website

  • thedefensepost.com – Taiwan Sentences Four Soldiers for Spying for China @ The Defense Post website
  • nids.go.jp – Taiwan’s Military Strategy and Preparations for Defense Operations @ National Institute for Defense Studies of Japan (防衛研究所)
  • stimson.org – Taiwan’s Squandered Defensive Potential @ The Stimson Center website

  • theguardian.com – Taiwan jails four soldiers, including three who worked in presidential office, for spying for China @ The Guardian newspaper website (U.K.)
  • businessinsider.com – Inside China’s paramilitary force that could be the key in an invasion of Taiwan @ Business Insider website
  • tripadvisor.com – Military Bases & Facilities in Tainan @ Trip Advisor website

  • ocac.gov.tw – Conscripts test Taiwan-made man-portable launchers @ Overseas Community Affairs Council of the Republic of China on Taiwan (僑務委員會) website
  • gettyimages.com – Tainan Air Force Base @ Getty Images website
  • globaltaiwan.org – Taiwan’s Military Shows New Areas of Focus in a More Ambitious 2025 Han Kuang Exercise @ Global Taiwan Institute website

  • yahoo.com – Taiwanese president’s security guards discovered to be Chinese spies @ Yahoo News website
  • taipeiairstation.com – Taipei Air Station legacy photo @ Taipei Air Station . com
  • taipeiairstation.com – Taipei Air Station legacy photo @ Taipei Air Station . com

  • reuters.com – Taiwan simulates response to large scale disasters, Chinese threats @ Reuters news service website
  • reuters.com – Taiwan says ‘T-Dome’ to better integrate air defence system for higher kill rate @ Reuters news service website
  • wsj.com – Taiwan’s Military Plans New Drone Units in Preparation for Potential China Invasion @ Wall Street Journal website

  • wikipedia.org – Tainan Airport / Tainan Air Base – 台南航空站 / 台南空軍基地 @ Wikipedia . org
  • crsreports.congress.gov – Taiwan: Defense and Military Issues @ Congressional Research Service report to the U.S. Congress
  • taipeiairstation.com – Military security in the culture of Tainan Air Station legacy photo @ Taipei Air Station website

  • taiwannews.com.tw – Taiwan Army to conduct exercise at Tainan’s Xishu beach @ Taiwan News website
  • brookings.edu – Taiwan’s security policy @ The Brookings Institute website

  • taipeitimes.com – Live-fire drills to be held at Tainan beach @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • taiwantoday.tw – Military stages highway landing, takeoff drill in Tainan @ Taiwan Today e-zine
  • heritage.org – The Case for Urgency Against China @ The Heritage Foundation website

  • cfr.org – Onshoring Semiconductor Production: National Security Versus Economic Efficiency @ Council on Foreign Relations website
  • usnwc.edu – Revisiting Taiwan’s Defense Strategy @ US Naval War College Review website
  • taiwanplus.com – Tainan Holds Annual Civil Defense Drills @ Taiwan Plus news website

  • thinkchina.sg – Taiwanese generally think there will not be war, and they are unprepared for it @ Think China e-zine (Singapore)
  • globaltaiwan.org – Taiwan Initiates Its New One-Year Military Conscription Program @ Global Taiwan Institute
  • taipeiairstation.com – Tainan Air base legacy photo @ Taipei Air Station website

  • wikipedia.org – United States Taiwan Defense Command – 美軍協防台灣司令部 @ Wikipedia . org

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  • scholar.google.com – The role of Tainan in the military security of Taiwan – 臺南在臺灣軍事安全中的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – The role of Tainan in the military security of Taiwan – 臺南在臺灣軍事安全中的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – The role of Tainan in the military security of Taiwan – 臺南在臺灣軍事安全中的角色 @ Google Images

TECHNOLOGY – 技 術

Technology in the culture of Tainan

  • Technology in Tainan – 臺南市文化中技術的角色

  • The Taiwanese government (via the Executive Yuan) has approved the “Southern Silicon Valley” project that connects Chiayi, Tainan, Pingtung & Kaohsiung into an S-shaped semiconductor/tech corridor. Tainan has receivewd the designation as a pivotal node for AI, smart manufacturing, drones, biotech, space tech & smart agriculture. The government is also actively supporting SMEs in Tainan with digital & net-zero transformation. +400 firms have received support & are generating output value of ~NT$15 billion. Global players such as Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) have opened offices in Tainan, signalling increasing global interest in the region.

  • Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP) spans parts of Tainan (and nearby Kaohsiung) and was established in the mid-1990s as part of Taiwan’s push to expand technology manufacturing outside the Hsinchu region. It focuses on optoelectronics, integrated circuits (semiconductors), biotechnology & precision machinery. STSP has helped Tainan to become a major node in Taiwan’s global technology manufacturing supply chain.

  • Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City (in Guiren District, Tainan) is a newer development, one that is oriented not just to manufacturing but to R&D, smart infrastructure, green energy, AI & cybersecurity. The government intends for Shalun to be a core hub for the “S-shaped semiconductor corridor” .

  • The “Smart Robotics Application SIG” (Special Interest Group) is positioning Tainan as a hub for deploying robotics in medical care, logistics, agriculture & manufacturing. More global firms will be attracted to establish R&D/manufacturing outposts in Tainan, especially as Taiwan emphasises “AI × Semiconductor × Green Energy” as a growth axis. Traditional industries in Tainan such as machinery & cable manufacturing will continue to be upgraded via the introduction of 5G, IoT & smart factories. Tainan’s identity in southern Taiwan thus will shift from “historical manufacturing city” to “advanced tech & innovation city”. The dual engines of STSP + Shalun are central to this development strategy. The years 2026-2029) will be critical to achieving this goal: there is a plan to establish a 200 PF supercomputing center in Shalun which will enable large-scale AI model training, smart manufacturing & green energy R&D.

  • Key challenges & things to watch : (i.) It may become a challenge to ensure sufficient skilled workforce is attracted to Tainan, rather than everyone clustering in Taipei or the Kaohsiung areas; (ii.) High-tech business like semiconductors require deep upstream & downstream supply chains. Tainan is currently strong in this area, but continued investment will be necessary in order to maintain global competitiveness; (iii.) The “Southern Silicon Valley” plan explicitly recognizes the need for infrastructure development to meet the demands for water, electricity, housing & transportation; (iv.) As the region becomes more important globally, the risks for supply chain disruption will increase; (v.) Transitioning from manufacturing to higher-value R&D services & innovation will be key.

  • iges.or.jp – 2023 Tainan City Sustainable Development Goals @ Institute for Global Environmental Strategies website
  • taiwanreview.nat.gov.tw – Ministry of Economic Affairs showcases technology project achievements in Tainan @ Taiwan Review e-zine
  • intelligentcommunity.org – Tainan City backgrounder @ Intelligent Community Forum website

  • thenota.com – Tainan to Establish State-of-the-Art AI Industrial Park @ The Nota news & media platform.
  • tainan.gov.tw – Tainan City Investment Invitation Service website
  • sdc-rdec.tainan.gov.tw – Tainan City Government Smart Development Center – website

  • beesmart.city – A Portrait of the Smart City Tainan @ BEE Snart City blog
  • taipeitimes.com – Tainan attracts foreigner digital nomads @ Taipei Times website
  • ceci.com.tw – Yongkang Technology Industrial Park @ CECI Engineering Consultants, Inc. website

  • taiwan-panorama.com – A Silicon Valley on the Sugarcane Fields–Southern Taiwan Science-based Industrial Park @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine
  • taiwan-panorama.com – The Southern Taiwan Science Park–Taiwan’s Second Silicon Valley @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine
  • mashdigi.com – The Intelligent Robot Application SIG was established, and Tainan is developing into a new hub for the AI ​​robotics industry @ Mashdigi technology news & trends website

  • taipeitimes.com – Cabinet okays ‘Southern Silicon Valley’ project @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • taipeitimes.com – Southern Taiwan to be transformed into ‘AI hub’ @ Taipei Times website
  • itri.org.tw – Incubation Center in Tainan @ Industrial Technology Research Institute website

  • taipeitimes.com – Tainan’s Shalun Science City a cybersecurity hub @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • taipeitimes.com – Starting from Shalun to Create an International Green Energy Technology New City @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • wikipedia.org – Shalun Smart Green Energy Science City – 沙崙智慧綠能科學城 @ Wikipedia . org

  • wikipedia.org – Tainan City – 臺南市 @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – Tainan Science Park – 台南科學園區 @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – Southern Taiwan Science Park – 南部科學園區 @ Wikipedia . org

  • ncku.edu.tw – National Cheng Kung University – website
  • wikipedia.org – National Cheng Kung University (NCKU – 國立成功大學) @ Wikipedia . org

  • tut.edu.tw – Tainan University of Technology – website
  • wikipedia.org – Tainan University of Technology – 台南應用科技大學 @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – Industrial Technology Research Institute – 工業技術硏究院 @ Wikipedia . org

  • cens.com – Taiwan Launches the “Great Southern Silicon Valley” Initiative Shalun to Drive Taiwan’s AI Era and Emerge as a Global Smart Green Energy Hub @ CENS B2b sourcing website
  • stsp.gov.tw – Southern Taiwan Science Park website (English)
  • stsp.gov.tw – Southern Taiwan Science Park website (Chinese)

  • semi.org – Southern Taiwan Science Park Bureau, National Science and Technology Council @ SEMI global electronics industry association website
  • twtainan.net – Tainan Science Park(台南科學園區) @ Tourism Bureau of Tainan City Government website
  • meet-global.bnext.com.tw – Visiting TSMC in Tainan @ Meet Global startup community ecosystem website

  • taiwanyello.com – Top Information technology in Tainan @ Taiwan Yellow on-line business directory
  • tsri.org.tw – 台灣半導體研究中心 (Taiwan Semiconductor Research Institute) website
  • ftvnews.com.tw – 13 tech breakthroughs showcased at Tainan exhibition @ FTV news website

  • taipeitimes.com – AMD launches new Tainan office @ Taipei Times newspaper website
  • ftvnews.com – Tainan mayor welcomes AMD Investment in city @ FTV News website
  • ic-online.com – AMD Officially Opens Tainan Office, Strengthening AI R&D Presence in Taiwan @ IC-Online website

  • t.media – AMD (超微) opens new office in Tainan, boosting AI industry @ TVB website
  • focustaiwan.tw – AMD’s Lisa Su touts Taiwan role in tech revolution at Tainan talk @ Focus Taiwan (English language news from national news agency of the Republic of China) website

  • tsmc.com – Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation website (English)
  • tsmc.com – Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation website (Traditional Chinese)
  • tsmc.com – Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation website (Simplified Chinese)

  • iasp.ws – Southern Taiwan Science Park Bureau, National Science and Technology Council @ IASP (International Association of Science Parks & Areas of Innovation) website
  • startupblink.com – Best Startups in Tainan City for 2025 @ StartupBlink global research platform website
  • tvbs.com.tw – Wistron, Phison fund NT$2.3B NYCU project in Tainan @ TVBS website

  • digitimes.com – TEL breaks ground to build Tainan operations center @ Digitimes website
  • tel.com – Tokyo Electron Taiwan Opens Tainan Operation Center @ Tokyo Electron Ltd. website
  • taipeitimes.com – Tokyo Electron opens center in Tainan @ Taipei Times website

  • taya.com.tw – Tainan City Government Promotes Digital Transformation of Traditional Industries @ Ta Ya Group website

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