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TTXC 2025 features Asia’s largest XR exhibition and global IP showcase
The Ministry of Culture and the Kaohsiung City Government are co-hosting the 2025 Taiwan Technology X Culture Expo (TTXC), running from Oct. 10 to 26 at the Pier-2 Art Center in Kaohsiung. Titled “AI Synergy for Next Content Economy,” the expo convenes top experts, creators, and industry leaders from Taiwan and abroad to explore the profound impact of generative AI on the cultural content ecosystem and foster new cross-disciplinary dialogue and international co-creation. This year, TTXC partners with “XR DREAMLAND,” Asia’s largest XR film festival hosted by the Kaohsiung Film Archive, and the cultural technology exhibition “INNOVATIONS” curated by the Taiwan Creative Content Agency. The event brings together teams from Taiwan’s cultural and technology sectors to showcase XR immersive works from both original Taiwanese creations and top international IPs, inviting the public to experience a new vision for cultural technology. The Kaohsiung City Government stated that holding TTXC in Kaohsiung for the third time underscores the city’s determination and achievements in advancing a smart city and cultural technology. In collaboration with Asia’s largest XR film festival, Brogent Technologies, and Moonshine Studio, the event will present high-quality works from Taiwan and around the world. This will underscore Kaohsiung’s exemplary status in leading the fusion of culture and technology in Taiwan. For more information, visit TTXC official website and Facebook page.

TTXC 2025 features Asia’s largest XR exhibition and global IP showcase

2025-10-14
The Ministry of Culture and the Kaohsiung City Government are co-hosting the 2025 Taiwan Technology X Culture Expo (TTXC), running from Oct. 10 to 26 at the Pier-2 Art Center in Kaohsiung. Titled “AI Synergy for Next Content Economy,” the expo convenes top experts, creators, and industry leaders from Taiwan and abroad to explore the profound impact of generative AI on the cultural content ecosystem and foster new cross-disciplinary dialogue and international co-creation. This year, TTXC partners with “XR DREAMLAND,” Asia’s largest XR film festival hosted by the Kaohsiung Film Archive, and the cultural technology exhibition “INNOVATIONS” curated by the Taiwan Creative Content Agency. The event brings together teams from Taiwan’s cultural and technology sectors to showcase XR immersive works from both original Taiwanese creations and top international IPs, inviting the public to experience a new vision for cultural technology. The Kaohsiung City Government stated that holding TTXC in Kaohsiung for the third time underscores the city’s determination and achievements in advancing a smart city and cultural technology. In collaboration with Asia’s largest XR film festival, Brogent Technologies, and Moonshine Studio, the event will present high-quality works from Taiwan and around the world. This will underscore Kaohsiung’s exemplary status in leading the fusion of culture and technology in Taiwan. For more information, visit TTXC official website and Facebook page.
NMTL to host inaugural Taiwan Writers Festival from Nov. 7 to 30
The National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL) is set to host the inaugural Taiwan Writers Festival from Nov. 7 to 30 at its Tainan headquarters and Taipei branches. Titled “Worlds Awaken,” the festival will bring together 50 writers and translators from Taiwan and abroad to present nearly 30 activities, including talks, workshops, performances, and exhibitions over three weeks. Minister of Culture Li Yuan expressed his gratitude to the NMTL for its initiative in organizing the festival, noting that it marks a key milestone in shaping the distinctive identity of Taiwanese literature. He reaffirmed the Ministry’s continued commitment to supporting the development of Taiwanese literary culture. NMTL director Chen Ying-fang (陳瑩芳) highlighted that since its opening over two decades ago, the NMTL has made remarkable progress in collection, research, writing, international translation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through the festival, the museum aims to deepen exchanges among writers, nurture emerging talents, and explore new possibilities in literary creation, she said. To engage wider audiences, the NMTL has also partnered with independent bookstores to launch a series of activities. For more information, visit the Taiwan Writers Festival official website, or the NMTL Taipei branches official website and Facebook page. ­

NMTL to host inaugural Taiwan Writers Festival from Nov. 7 to 30

2025-10-14
The National Museum of Taiwan Literature (NMTL) is set to host the inaugural Taiwan Writers Festival from Nov. 7 to 30 at its Tainan headquarters and Taipei branches. Titled “Worlds Awaken,” the festival will bring together 50 writers and translators from Taiwan and abroad to present nearly 30 activities, including talks, workshops, performances, and exhibitions over three weeks. Minister of Culture Li Yuan expressed his gratitude to the NMTL for its initiative in organizing the festival, noting that it marks a key milestone in shaping the distinctive identity of Taiwanese literature. He reaffirmed the Ministry’s continued commitment to supporting the development of Taiwanese literary culture. NMTL director Chen Ying-fang (陳瑩芳) highlighted that since its opening over two decades ago, the NMTL has made remarkable progress in collection, research, writing, international translation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Through the festival, the museum aims to deepen exchanges among writers, nurture emerging talents, and explore new possibilities in literary creation, she said. To engage wider audiences, the NMTL has also partnered with independent bookstores to launch a series of activities. For more information, visit the Taiwan Writers Festival official website, or the NMTL Taipei branches official website and Facebook page. ­
2025 National Crafts Achievement Award honors Hsu Chao-tsung
The National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute (NTCRI) has announced antique porcelain replica artisan Hsu Chao-tsung (許朝宗) as the recipient of the 2025 National Crafts Achievement Award, which is Taiwan’s highest honor in the crafts community, recognizing his outstanding accomplishments and profound contributions to the creation, research, and promotion of pottery art. Hsu began his career at China Art Ceramic (市拿陶瓷) in 1978 in Yingge District, New Taipei City. At that time, Taiwan’s pottery industry was primarily export-oriented, and Yingge was renowned for everyday ceramics and antique porcelain replicas. Against this backdrop, Hsu mastered a wide range of ceramic techniques while actively studying diverse sources to refine his craft. In 1980, he became independent, dedicating himself to innovation and creative breakthroughs. In addition to elevating the art of antique porcelain replicas to new heights, Hsu has been deeply committed to education, offering pottery courses at high schools and universities across Taiwan. Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including the Grand Prize of the Traditional and Contemporary Ceramics Creation Competition, the Senior Craftsmanship Excellence Award from the Ministry of Education, and the Cultural Association Medal from the Ministry of Culture.

2025 National Crafts Achievement Award honors Hsu Chao-tsung

2025-10-08
The National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute (NTCRI) has announced antique porcelain replica artisan Hsu Chao-tsung (許朝宗) as the recipient of the 2025 National Crafts Achievement Award, which is Taiwan’s highest honor in the crafts community, recognizing his outstanding accomplishments and profound contributions to the creation, research, and promotion of pottery art. Hsu began his career at China Art Ceramic (市拿陶瓷) in 1978 in Yingge District, New Taipei City. At that time, Taiwan’s pottery industry was primarily export-oriented, and Yingge was renowned for everyday ceramics and antique porcelain replicas. Against this backdrop, Hsu mastered a wide range of ceramic techniques while actively studying diverse sources to refine his craft. In 1980, he became independent, dedicating himself to innovation and creative breakthroughs. In addition to elevating the art of antique porcelain replicas to new heights, Hsu has been deeply committed to education, offering pottery courses at high schools and universities across Taiwan. Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including the Grand Prize of the Traditional and Contemporary Ceramics Creation Competition, the Senior Craftsmanship Excellence Award from the Ministry of Education, and the Cultural Association Medal from the Ministry of Culture.
MOC hosts exhibition honoring 60th years of Golden Bell Awards
Celebrating the 60th Golden Bell Awards, the Bureau of Audiovisual and Music Industry Development (BAMID) under the Ministry of Culture (MOC) is hosting the “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition (金鐘60/60特展)” at Huashan 1914 Creative Park in Taipei through Oct. 19. The exhibition’s opening on Oct. 6 was attended by Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Broadcast Golden Bell Awards judging committee chairperson Tien Li-yun (田麗雲), this year’s Special Contribution Award recipients, actor Chen Shu-fang (陳淑芳) and set decorator Yeh Hui-lung (葉輝龍), as well as other distinguished guests. Minister Li remarked that in addition to celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Golden Bell Awards, this year also marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, noting how Taiwanese society has since come together as a community. He highlighted the vital role of television and radio programs in shaping the nation’s collective memory and history. The “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition” features four themed sections, presenting the evolution of Taiwan’s broadcasting and television industry from multiple perspectives. “THE MOMENT” spotlights pivotal milestones and major breakthroughs in Taiwan’s broadcasting history; “THE MEMORY” revisits the golden era of television dramas; “THE GLORY” offers visitors the chance to experience the excitement of winning the awards; and “THE UNSEEN” pays tribute to the behind-the-scenes professionals who bring influential shows to life. The 60th Golden Bell Awards presentations will take place on Oct. 11, 17 and 18. For more information, visit the 60th Golden Bell Awards official website and Facebook page.

MOC hosts exhibition honoring 60th years of Golden Bell Awards

2025-10-08
Celebrating the 60th Golden Bell Awards, the Bureau of Audiovisual and Music Industry Development (BAMID) under the Ministry of Culture (MOC) is hosting the “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition (金鐘60/60特展)” at Huashan 1914 Creative Park in Taipei through Oct. 19. The exhibition’s opening on Oct. 6 was attended by Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Broadcast Golden Bell Awards judging committee chairperson Tien Li-yun (田麗雲), this year’s Special Contribution Award recipients, actor Chen Shu-fang (陳淑芳) and set decorator Yeh Hui-lung (葉輝龍), as well as other distinguished guests. Minister Li remarked that in addition to celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Golden Bell Awards, this year also marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, noting how Taiwanese society has since come together as a community. He highlighted the vital role of television and radio programs in shaping the nation’s collective memory and history. The “Golden Bell 60/60 Exhibition” features four themed sections, presenting the evolution of Taiwan’s broadcasting and television industry from multiple perspectives. “THE MOMENT” spotlights pivotal milestones and major breakthroughs in Taiwan’s broadcasting history; “THE MEMORY” revisits the golden era of television dramas; “THE GLORY” offers visitors the chance to experience the excitement of winning the awards; and “THE UNSEEN” pays tribute to the behind-the-scenes professionals who bring influential shows to life. The 60th Golden Bell Awards presentations will take place on Oct. 11, 17 and 18. For more information, visit the 60th Golden Bell Awards official website and Facebook page.
2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books unveils 30 finalists
On Sept. 30, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) announced the finalists of the 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books, presenting a total of 30 works: 10 novels, 9 non-fiction titles, 6 prose collections, 4 poetry collections, and 1 picture book. Reflecting the diversity and richness of Taiwanese literature, one work will be honored with the Annual Golden Grand Laurel Award, while seven will selected for the Golden Book Award and three for the New Bud Award. The jury panel remarked that this year’s submissions demonstrated “consistent output” that “meets both quality and quantity,” applauding the writers’ breakthroughs in the highly competitive literary scene. They also highlighted the excellence of Indigenous writers, with five works selected—the highest number to date. The panel observed a trend among writers in challenging conventional literary structures. These authors actively push the boundaries of literature itself through innovative use of language, diverse forms, and insightful reflections on society. The selected works will be showcased across independent bookstores, bookstore chains, public libraries, and school libraries nationwide through Jan. 31, 2026, in an effort to engage wider audiences. Digital exhibitions are also planned, along with radio programs introducing each work. The award ceremony will take place on Nov. 16 in Taipei. For more information, go to the 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books official website and Facebook page.

2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books unveils 30 finalists

2025-10-02
On Sept. 30, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) announced the finalists of the 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books, presenting a total of 30 works: 10 novels, 9 non-fiction titles, 6 prose collections, 4 poetry collections, and 1 picture book. Reflecting the diversity and richness of Taiwanese literature, one work will be honored with the Annual Golden Grand Laurel Award, while seven will selected for the Golden Book Award and three for the New Bud Award. The jury panel remarked that this year’s submissions demonstrated “consistent output” that “meets both quality and quantity,” applauding the writers’ breakthroughs in the highly competitive literary scene. They also highlighted the excellence of Indigenous writers, with five works selected—the highest number to date. The panel observed a trend among writers in challenging conventional literary structures. These authors actively push the boundaries of literature itself through innovative use of language, diverse forms, and insightful reflections on society. The selected works will be showcased across independent bookstores, bookstore chains, public libraries, and school libraries nationwide through Jan. 31, 2026, in an effort to engage wider audiences. Digital exhibitions are also planned, along with radio programs introducing each work. The award ceremony will take place on Nov. 16 in Taipei. For more information, go to the 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books official website and Facebook page.