Taiwan in New York 駐紐約台北經濟文化辦事處

「 #帛」感情：蕭美琴副總統「 #帛榮專案」出訪友邦帛琉！
Palau here we come! 🇹🇼 Vice President embarks on “Palau Prosperity Project!”

Taiwan’s Vice President 蕭美琴 Bi-khim Hsiao is currently in on a diplomatic visit, titled the “Palau Prosperity Project,” to continue deepening the diplomatic ties between Taiwan and Palau through meetings with President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr. and other key leaders, visit sustainable tourism attractions and witness alongside the Palauan government the achievements of cooperation through the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project in the areas of medicine and public health, agriculture and fisheries, and public infrastructure. VP Hsiao was welcomed by Palau’s Vice President, Raynold Oilouch, who also hosted a dinner reception for VP Hsiao later that night.

VP Hsiao was accompanied by Palauan President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr., on the following day to tour several historical sites, including Peleliu Island and the Rock Islands Southern Lagoon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before attending a welcome banquet hosted by President Whipps Jr. In her remarks, VP Hsiao first thanked the government and people of Palau for always standing with Taiwan. She then expressed that President Lai tasked her to deepen the friendship between the two peoples, encouraging more Taiwanese tourists to consider Palau as their next destination, and visiting the important projects demonstrating the solid cooperation between Taiwan and Palau. She went on to note that Taiwan and Palau have shared values in the commitment to preserving the natural environment and in the democracy and freedom that define our ways of life. She then expressed hope that the friendship will continue to develop and stand the test of time, and that Taiwan-Palau bonds will continue to build stronger together.

The following day, VP Hsiao traveled to the capital of the Republic of Palau, attending a bilateral meeting with President Whipps, Jr. The two leaders exchanged views extensively on mutual cooperation in areas including public infrastructure, medicine and public health, agriculture and fisheries, technology applications, security, and clean energy. Following the meeting, Vice President Hsiao proceeded to Palau's National Congress, followed by attending a drone donation ceremony.

蕭美琴副總統日前率團前往 #帛琉共和國，展開5天4夜的「帛榮專案」，不但持續深化臺帛邦誼，也實地走訪永續觀光景點，及與帛琉政府共同見證臺帛「榮邦計畫」在醫療衛生、農漁業及公共建設等領域的合作成果。蕭副總統抵達帛琉後由帛琉副總統歐宜樓迎接，當晚應邀出錫毆宜樓副總統餐敘。

第二日在帛琉惠恕仁總統的陪同下，參訪聯合國教科文組織自然及文化遺產洛克群島南方潟湖及貝里琉島等自然及歷史景點。惠恕仁總統更親自駕船陪同蕭副總統一起體驗帛琉海洋的觀光魅力。接著，蕭副總統出席惠恕仁總統歡迎晚宴，期間致詞時表示，此行肩負深化兩國人民情誼、鼓勵更多臺灣旅客前來帛琉，及實地見證臺帛合作成果等三項任務。臺灣與帛琉對民主與自由抱持共同的承諾與價值，同時重視保護自然環境。之後蕭副總統前往首都拜會惠恕仁總統並進行雙邊會談，就公共建設、醫療衛生、農漁業、科技應用、安全、潔淨能源等合作議題廣泛交換意見。「帛榮專案」其他行程包括視察駐帛國技術團農場、 參訪帛琉國會暨見證無人機捐贈儀式等，加緊臺帛合作關係。



📷: Office of the President, ROC (Taiwan) // 中華民國總統府

Good morning, New York!

Today is National Black Bear Day, and we are celebrating - !
今天是 #全國黑熊日！

Distinctive with a yellowish-white V in the neck area, the Formosan black bear is one of the seven subspecies of Ursus thibetanus formosanus endemic to Taiwan and is considered an endangered wild animal. It is often used as a symbol to represent Taiwan, such as the TECONY Taiwanese Black Bear in this photo!

A Formosan black bear has a stout body, a round head, a short neck, small eyes, a long mouth, round hips, and a short tail. Its body is covered with rough but shiny black hair. The Formosan black bear is omnivorous and does not hibernate; it is more active during summer and autumn. To learn more about this Taiwanese bear, head to the comments section!

六月每一個第一個星期六，是 #全國黑熊日🐻，雖然這一天是因為北美洲黑熊而設，但講到黑熊， #紐編 就不得不提起超級可愛的 #台灣黑熊 了！台灣黑熊屬 #亞洲黑熊(Ursus thibetanus formosanus)的七個亞種之一，是台灣唯一原產的熊類，台灣黑熊為瀕臨絕種野生動物。牠的體型粗壯、 頭圓頸短，眼睛小，尾巴也短。台灣黑熊全身佈滿了粗糙但富有光澤的黑色毛髮，而最富有識別性，讓台灣黑熊與其他黑熊不一樣的地方，便是胸前的黃白色V字形或新月形斑紋，故台灣黑熊又名「月熊」。台灣黑熊被視為能代表台灣的象徵之一。

想了解更多有關台灣的熊寶貝的特徵，快到留言區！

Taiwan’s International Balloon Festival will be ready to welcome you soon!
#臺灣國際熱氣球嘉年華 即將展開！

Today is , celebrating the invention of hot air balloons, as it is the first achieved flight with humans in it. For almost 150 years before the airplane, ballooning was the way to expand human possibilities, including travel and research. Today, hot air balloons are still as adventurous, with many places in the world holding hot air balloon festivals to appreciate the once groundbreaking technology.

Since 2011, the Taiwan International Balloon Festival has been mesmerizing visitors and was selected as one of the world’s top 12 hot air balloon festivals by the Travel Channel. The festival is making its return from July 4 to August 20, 2026, featuring hot air balloons from Canada, Brazil, the US, and, of course, Taiwan. Popular cartoon character will be the main balloon this year. Visitors will also be enjoying performances, concerts from some of Taiwan’s most popular performers, and drone shows. If you are in Taiwan from July to August, don’t forget to stop by to enjoy the festival!

今天是 #熱氣球日，慶祝熱氣球的發明。今時今日，人們仰賴飛機飛行，但在飛機還未發明成功之前， #熱氣球 是第一個能協助人類飛行的發明，也代表了文明及科技的發展。如今，大眾不再以熱氣球作為旅遊或研究的飛行工具，但熱氣球仍然被視為冒險的象徵。

今年邁入第15年的 #臺灣國際熱氣球嘉年華 將在2026/7/4-8/2026之間於 #臺東 舉行。臺灣國際熱氣球嘉年華被 #旅遊頻道 封為令人驚豔的熱氣球節之一，每年都有各國所製作、 設計的熱氣球參展，包括加拿大、 美國、 巴西等，今年的主題氣球更是超人氣的 #吉伊卡哇，相信到時現場會有許多人前來打卡朝聖！除了熱氣球之外，還有無人機光雕音樂會等各類表演。音樂會更請到了 盧廣仲 、八三夭 831、曾沛慈 Pets Tseng 等龐大陣容。如果粉粉們會在七到八月之間返台，可以前往臺東欣賞美麗的熱氣球喔！



📷: 臺灣國際熱氣球嘉年華-Taiwan International Balloon Festival

Taiwan stories in New York💗!
紐約的台灣故事🇹🇼🗽！

To encourage overseas young Taiwanese to take part in learning about Taiwan, and to help promote Taiwanese culture overseas, 僑務委員會 OCAC has been holding a competition to select some of the best “Global Overseas Compatriot Youth Goodwill Ambassadors." The event hopes to help overseas compatriot youth build a better understanding of and connection to their roots, and to combine their uniqueness and skills to share Taiwan’s voice on the international stage.

We are glad to have Anita, who picked up this challenge to represent . Anita decided to visit Taiwanese fairs in the Greater New York area and to exchange with Taiwanese business owners for them to share their own stories, and what the Taiwanese identity means to them. One of her clips, titled “NYC’s Coolest Taiwanese Grandma,” introducing Doris, the owner of a Brooklyn Taiwanese restaurant, “A-Pou’s Taste,” has already gone viral, gaining 22K likes on Instagram. We invite you to follow 僑委會紐約僑教中心 OCAC in New York’s Instagram account () to watch more of Anita’s shorts. While you’re there, don’t forget to press that heart button to express your encouragement. We wish Anita the best of luck in the competition!

為鼓勵 #海外青年 協助宣傳台灣國際形象及推展台灣國民外交， #僑委會 特地辦理 #國際青年親善大使選拔，以強化其對台灣之認同，進而結合海外僑青之力，一起為台灣在國際上發聲。我們很開心看到現居 #紐約 的台裔Anita 接下戰帖，拿起相機，以「 #線下接觸 × #線上延伸」的雙軌模式，透過走訪美東台裔活動及台裔商家，以「台灣故事」為主軸，收錄他們來到紐約的移動經歷、身份交織、文化連結與生活形態。最近Anita所製作的「紐約市最酷的台灣阿嬤」短片，捕捉了台菜「 #阿婆的味道」老闆 #堯月畿 女士熱情好客的台灣特質，廣受網友喜愛，至今已經累積2.2萬個讚，就連 #紐編 的朋友也被影片熱度燒到，分享給紐編。

除了「阿婆的味道」，Anita還走訪了 #台灣巡禮文化藝術節，訪問了其他台裔商家，如Mumu Bath及Rose’s Pineapple Shorts，歡迎大家前往 #紐約僑教中心 的官方IG（）追蹤及觀看，也別忘了點讚鼓勵Anita的用心製作，為Anita打氣！


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Taiwanese Founder Series in New York 🇹🇼🥟 A-Pou’s Taste Meet Doris, also known as A-Pou (阿婆）, a Taiwanese grandma in Brooklyn and a local favorite. She used to work in fashion, but later made a big life change and started over with food. From street vending to food trucks, she slowly built something bigger than just a restaurant, with a simple goal — to bring Taiwanese flavours to New York. Today, her place is known not only for Taiwanese food, but also for her warmth, kindness, and that natural Taiwanese hospitality that makes people feel at home. The space even feels like a little art gallery, with walls filled with artwork from her customers. Pop in to say hi to A-Pou next time you’re in Brooklyn! @apoustastebk 📍963 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211 —————— 紐約台灣創業家系列 阿婆的味道 來認識 一下Doris，也就是大家叫的「阿婆」，一位在布魯克林的台灣阿婆，也是附近很受歡迎的台灣餐廳。 她以前在時尚產業工作，後來人生有很大的轉變，選擇用料理重新開始。從街頭擺攤、餐車，一路做到現在的店面，目標其實很簡單，就是把台灣味帶到紐約。 現在這裡不只是台灣料理好吃而已，更因為她那種自然的溫暖、很台灣的好客與人情味，讓人走進來會有一種被照顧到的感覺。 牆上還滿滿都是客人的作品，整個空間就像一間小藝廊一樣。 來布魯克林一定要來跟阿婆打招呼喔！ #taiwanfood #nyceats #taiwaninnyc #founderstory #阿婆

大型「玩具」現身 #世貿中心🤗！
Gummies and toys occupying the 🫨?

日前 #紐編 經過紐約世貿中心，驚喜發現戶外廣場有許多色彩繽紛、 童趣十足的大雕像，立刻衝前拍照！名為「REWIND（倒回）」的雕像藝術系列共有六座雕像，為居住紐約的藝術家WhIsBe的作品，各個都代表了紐約特色，以及WhIsBe的童年回憶，有著童真、韌性、時光流逝等寓意。 雕像約6至16英尺高，每個雕像都有自己的小故事，例如名為「dRex」的恐龍雕像代表著WhIsBe小時候造訪 #美國自然歷史博物館 時的回憶，也代表著對於恐龍的無止盡好奇心。雕像會放置於Oculus廣場直至11/2/2026，大家如果經過世貿中心都可以來看看喔！

Six giant sculptures ranging from 6 to 16 feet tall are now installed at the South Oculus Plaza! The figures, designed and made by New York-based artist , reflect on innocence, resilience, and the surreal passage of time where wonder and weight coexist. Every sculpture has its own background, including “dRex,” which references the artist’s childhood memories of visiting the American Museum of Natural History while also reflecting the never-ending curiosity about dinosaurs.

The installations are here to stay until 11/2/2026, so don’t forget to check them out when you are nearby!

#紐約吃喝玩樂

台灣選手史上第四人！台灣網球好手 #梁恩碩 與日本搭檔勇闖 #法網4強！
Taiwanese tennis player En-shuo Liang is heading to the semi-finals in the !

tennis player En-shuo Liang and her partner Japanese tennis player Shuko Aoyama are getting a lot of attention for their amazing run at the French Open. Both under 5 '2, Liang and Aoyama are both tiny but powerful. Liang also became the fourth player representing Taiwan to have reached the semi-finals in the French Open. Tomorrow, Liang and Aoyama will go up against Anna Danilina and Aleksandra Krunic, who are representing Kazakhstan and Serbia respectively; let’s cheer for Liang and Aoyama!

有「 #台灣小鋼砲」的台灣網球球手梁恩碩在攜手日籍搭檔 #青山修子，在今屆 #法國網球公開賽 大放異彩，直闖4強，成為台灣第四個網球選手。梁恩碩與青山修子兩人身高皆不達160公分，卻屢破關卡。接下來梁恩碩與青山修子兩人在明日對上塞爾維亞及哈薩克女雙搭檔，大家記得為梁恩碩加油！

📷: 中央社檔案照 // CNA file photo

‼️注意 // Attention‼️

As summer begins, you may have several travel plans, including traveling to . Please note that while US passport holders may stay in Taiwan for up to 90 days without a visa, you fill out the Taiwan Arrival Card within days prior to your arrival date in Taiwan. The form is accessible online and easy to fill out; best of all, it’s all . If you encounter any source that requires you to make a payment to fill out the TWAC, please stay vigilant, as it is a scam.

For complete TWAC requirements, including who needs to complete the TWAC or/submission period, please head to the comments section and head to the official website. 😎!

炎炎夏日，暑假也正開始，相信不少朋友也計畫著於暑期返台度假。 #紐編 在此溫馨提醒大家，如您身邊有親友打算以外籍及無戶籍國民護照等文件入境台灣，都需在 #抵台前3天內 填妥TWAC。TWAC是網路版的入國登記表，自2025年10月1日起取代傳統紙本入國登記表，提供外來旅客於抵達台灣前3天內，上網免付費申請。申請過程簡單快速，並完全免費，如您或身邊的親友在填表的過程被要求繳費，請提高警覺，並停止申請，並馬上轉至於TWAC官方網站。

如需了解更多有關TWAC詳情，包括有關「誰需要填報TWAC」、「何時需要填報TWAC」，請前往留言區。

#入台須知

#永誌不忘

Today marks the 37th anniversary of the , also known as the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests and massacre, when a peaceful protest that took place around Beijing’s Tiananmen Square on June 4 1989 – and in cities across China- became a bloodshed crackdown as the Chinese government utilized force to silence the protest. While the Chinese government continuously alters history to this day, we shall not forget those who courageously risk their lives and safety just to have a voice. On this day, we are especially reminded that and the Taiwanese people treasure the democracy we ourselves have fought for.

To learn more about the June Fourth Incident, head to the comments section👇.

今天是 #六四事件 第37週年。 在這37年來，世界經歷過許多變化，唯一不變的是「 #自由不是免費的」。既使有人試著抹去歷史，但我們依然牢記在心，我們永遠不會忘記於1989年6月4日的 #天安門事件。

想閱覽六四事件專題報導，請前往留言區👇。

讓音樂在駐紐約辦事處響起！
The sound of music circling Taiwan in New York 駐紐約台北經濟文化辦事處!

had the pleasure of having accomplished pianist Chun-Chieh Yen 嚴俊傑 for a performance and an artist talk, sharing his experience as a renowned musician; TECONY's Director-General, Ambassador Tom Chih-chiang Lee attended in person. The event was hosted by Taipei Cultural Center in New York and New Asia Chamber Music Society as a celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Taipei Cultural Center, demonstrating their longstanding commitment and efforts to introduce Taiwanese artists and musicians to North America. The event was also an effort to echo AAPI Heritage Month to showcase outstanding Asian musicians.

Close to a hundred guests enjoyed the celebration and participated enthusiastically with comments and questions. We hope to see more musicians and artists from Taiwan demonstrating their craftsmanship to the American audience in the future!

日前駐紐約辦事處迎來知名鋼琴家 #嚴俊傑 於本處舉行音樂分享會，除了在美國亞太裔傳統月期間多多推廣亞裔音樂家，也為 #紐約臺北文化中心 成立35週年慶祝，展現多年來促進台灣音樂家來美交流的努力，近百人前來欣賞，紐處處長 李志強大使亦前來觀賞，支持台灣音樂家。此活動與 New Asia Chamber Music Society 新亞室內樂協會 共同合辦，由新亞室內樂協會共同創辦人及藝術總監進行對話。