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Open call: 2026 Taiwan International Print Biennial
The National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts (NTMoFA) launched the 2026 Taiwan International Print Biennial on Dec. 13, opening submissions to artists worldwide through Jan. 12, 2026. Established in 1983, the Taiwan International Print Biennial is entering its 22th edition this year. This juried biennial exhibition aims to promote the art of printmaking and foster international cultural exchange through the participation of outstanding artists from around the world. Through both competition and exhibition, the event serves as a key platform for artistic exchange and cultural collaboration, contributing to the diversity and vitality of print and print-related art. The competition is open to individuals of any nationality and age. All submissions must be original prints on paper, completed in or after 2023, and must not have been exhibited in previous editions of the Taiwan International Print Biennial. Works must demonstrate the essential characteristics of printmaking, including multiplicity and indirectness, and must be created through transfer printing or other recognized printmaking processes. The biennial will award one Gold Prize, one Silver Prize, and one Bronze Prize, along with two Jury Special Prizes, five Merit Prizes, and five Honorable Mentions. The Gold Prize winner will receive a cash award of NT$400,000, with total prize money amounting to NT$1.26 million. Selected works will be exhibited at NTMoFA from June to October next year. For more information, visit the official website of Taiwan International Print Biennial. ­

Open call: 2026 Taiwan International Print Biennial

2025-12-18
The National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts (NTMoFA) launched the 2026 Taiwan International Print Biennial on Dec. 13, opening submissions to artists worldwide through Jan. 12, 2026. Established in 1983, the Taiwan International Print Biennial is entering its 22th edition this year. This juried biennial exhibition aims to promote the art of printmaking and foster international cultural exchange through the participation of outstanding artists from around the world. Through both competition and exhibition, the event serves as a key platform for artistic exchange and cultural collaboration, contributing to the diversity and vitality of print and print-related art. The competition is open to individuals of any nationality and age. All submissions must be original prints on paper, completed in or after 2023, and must not have been exhibited in previous editions of the Taiwan International Print Biennial. Works must demonstrate the essential characteristics of printmaking, including multiplicity and indirectness, and must be created through transfer printing or other recognized printmaking processes. The biennial will award one Gold Prize, one Silver Prize, and one Bronze Prize, along with two Jury Special Prizes, five Merit Prizes, and five Honorable Mentions. The Gold Prize winner will receive a cash award of NT$400,000, with total prize money amounting to NT$1.26 million. Selected works will be exhibited at NTMoFA from June to October next year. For more information, visit the official website of Taiwan International Print Biennial. ­
National-level picture book hub ‘Little Bookland’ opens in Hualien
The Hualien Cultural and Cultural Creative Industries Park opened the Little Bookland (繪本故事屋), the first national-level picture book hub in Eastern Taiwan. Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Taiwan Living Arts Foundation Chairman Peng Chun-heng (彭俊亨), and other distinguished guests attended the opening ceremony on Dec. 13. Minister Li noted that since his appointment, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) has launched a range of initiatives to bolster Taiwan’s picture book industry, including programs to nurture emerging creators and the establishment of the Golden Picture Book Awards. He also emphasized the ministry’s commitment to revitalizing Guangfu Township (光復鄉) in Hualien county following flooding caused by Typhoon Ragasa through diverse cultural initiatives. Chairman Peng highlighted that Little Bookland showcases Taiwan’s cultural and linguistic diversity through picture books, creating a natural and relaxed environment in which children can engage with reading. As a national-level picture book hub, he expressed hopes of collaborating with local bookstores and reading groups to further promote picture book creation. According to the MOC, Little Bookland features two main themed spaces offering a wide range of services, including exhibitions, reading corners, family-friendly facilities, and an augmented reality (AR) space. Aiming for continued growth, the hub currently houses a collection of more than 3,000 picture books.

National-level picture book hub ‘Little Bookland’ opens in Hualien

2025-12-18
The Hualien Cultural and Cultural Creative Industries Park opened the Little Bookland (繪本故事屋), the first national-level picture book hub in Eastern Taiwan. Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Taiwan Living Arts Foundation Chairman Peng Chun-heng (彭俊亨), and other distinguished guests attended the opening ceremony on Dec. 13. Minister Li noted that since his appointment, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) has launched a range of initiatives to bolster Taiwan’s picture book industry, including programs to nurture emerging creators and the establishment of the Golden Picture Book Awards. He also emphasized the ministry’s commitment to revitalizing Guangfu Township (光復鄉) in Hualien county following flooding caused by Typhoon Ragasa through diverse cultural initiatives. Chairman Peng highlighted that Little Bookland showcases Taiwan’s cultural and linguistic diversity through picture books, creating a natural and relaxed environment in which children can engage with reading. As a national-level picture book hub, he expressed hopes of collaborating with local bookstores and reading groups to further promote picture book creation. According to the MOC, Little Bookland features two main themed spaces offering a wide range of services, including exhibitions, reading corners, family-friendly facilities, and an augmented reality (AR) space. Aiming for continued growth, the hub currently houses a collection of more than 3,000 picture books.
MOC unveils the inaugural Youth Comic Awards winners
The Ministry of Culture (MOC) launched the inaugural Youth Comic Awards this year as an extension of the Golden Comic Awards and announced the winners on Dec. 8. Standing out among more than 250 submissions, the Gold Prize in the group category was awarded to “About Love, Four Leaf Clover” by Taoyuan Municipal Yang Ming Senior High School (桃園市立陽明高中), while the Gold Prize in the individual category went to Chiang I-cheng (江翊丞)’s “Microphone (傳聲筒).” According to the panel of judges, as comics play a significant role in the global entertainment industry, the Youth Comic Awards aim to promote comic creation among young people and cultivate emerging Taiwanese comic talent from an early age. The first edition of the Youth Comic Awards showcased the vibrant creativity of young participants. Entries in the group category demonstrated strong skills, compelling storytelling, and thoughtful thematic exploration. Meanwhile, works in the individual category exhibited maturity in illustration techniques and visual narrative design. Overall, the winning works displayed a high level of artistic quality and potential. The MOC stated that the award ceremony will take place in January 2026, during which a total of 47 awards amounting to NT$1.23 million will be presented. For more information, visit the Golden Comic Awards’ official website.

MOC unveils the inaugural Youth Comic Awards winners

2025-12-10
The Ministry of Culture (MOC) launched the inaugural Youth Comic Awards this year as an extension of the Golden Comic Awards and announced the winners on Dec. 8. Standing out among more than 250 submissions, the Gold Prize in the group category was awarded to “About Love, Four Leaf Clover” by Taoyuan Municipal Yang Ming Senior High School (桃園市立陽明高中), while the Gold Prize in the individual category went to Chiang I-cheng (江翊丞)’s “Microphone (傳聲筒).” According to the panel of judges, as comics play a significant role in the global entertainment industry, the Youth Comic Awards aim to promote comic creation among young people and cultivate emerging Taiwanese comic talent from an early age. The first edition of the Youth Comic Awards showcased the vibrant creativity of young participants. Entries in the group category demonstrated strong skills, compelling storytelling, and thoughtful thematic exploration. Meanwhile, works in the individual category exhibited maturity in illustration techniques and visual narrative design. Overall, the winning works displayed a high level of artistic quality and potential. The MOC stated that the award ceremony will take place in January 2026, during which a total of 47 awards amounting to NT$1.23 million will be presented. For more information, visit the Golden Comic Awards’ official website.
National Human Rights Museum marks 2025 Human Rights Day
The National Human Rights Museum (NHRM) held the 2025 Human Rights Day event on Dec. 6 at the Jing-Mei White Terror Memorial Park in Taipei. President Lai Ching-te, Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Deputy Minister of Culture Sue Wang (王時思), NHRM Director Hung Shih-fang (洪世芳), as well as former political prisoners and their family members, and other distinguished guests attended the event. President Lai paid tribute to and expressed gratitude toward the former political prisoners, acknowledging that their sacrifices helped pave the way for Taiwan’s democracy. He stated that transitional justice is an ongoing process and emphasized the government’s commitment to promoting human rights education nationwide. He highlighted that, to date, the government has issued more than 4,000 “reputation-restoring” certificates to former political prisoners as part of efforts to amend past injustices. Minister Li outlined various initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture (MOC) and the NHRM to promote human rights and transitional justice, including the updated name inscriptions at the Jing-Mei White Terror Memorial Park, which have now commemorated over ten thousand victims of political persecution. Additionally, the MOC has opened public applications for sites with potential transitional justice significance and launched the Taiwan International Human Rights Film Festival and the “Flowers of Freedom” exhibition at the National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. The NHRM stated that it is dedicated to bringing the public closer to the nation’s history, fostering dialogue, and safeguarding the values of democracy and human rights. ­

National Human Rights Museum marks 2025 Human Rights Day

2025-12-10
The National Human Rights Museum (NHRM) held the 2025 Human Rights Day event on Dec. 6 at the Jing-Mei White Terror Memorial Park in Taipei. President Lai Ching-te, Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Deputy Minister of Culture Sue Wang (王時思), NHRM Director Hung Shih-fang (洪世芳), as well as former political prisoners and their family members, and other distinguished guests attended the event. President Lai paid tribute to and expressed gratitude toward the former political prisoners, acknowledging that their sacrifices helped pave the way for Taiwan’s democracy. He stated that transitional justice is an ongoing process and emphasized the government’s commitment to promoting human rights education nationwide. He highlighted that, to date, the government has issued more than 4,000 “reputation-restoring” certificates to former political prisoners as part of efforts to amend past injustices. Minister Li outlined various initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture (MOC) and the NHRM to promote human rights and transitional justice, including the updated name inscriptions at the Jing-Mei White Terror Memorial Park, which have now commemorated over ten thousand victims of political persecution. Additionally, the MOC has opened public applications for sites with potential transitional justice significance and launched the Taiwan International Human Rights Film Festival and the “Flowers of Freedom” exhibition at the National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. The NHRM stated that it is dedicated to bringing the public closer to the nation’s history, fostering dialogue, and safeguarding the values of democracy and human rights. ­
Traditional performing art preserver Chen Pao-kuei passes away at 86
Chen Pao-kuei (陳寶貴), a preserver of the traditional performing art “liam kua (唸歌),” passed away on Nov. 24 at the age of 86. Upon hearing this news, Minister of Culture Li Yuan expressed his deepest condolences and commended Chen’s lifelong devotion to preserving and transmitting this traditional art. Liam kua, also known as chant-song, a traditional performing art practiced in Taiwan for over three centuries, blends music, singing, and storytelling. Born in 1939, Chen grew up surrounded by traditional opera and was deeply influenced by nanguan (南管) and Taiwanese opera. In addition to her outstanding singing techniques, she excelled in storytelling, which shaped her distinctive performing style. She met her performing partner Chen Mei-chu (陳美珠) in her teenage years, and despite being illiterate, both trained diligently for their performances. Renowned for their memorization of more than a hundred songs and their improvisational ability, they became known as the “treasures of Taiwanese liam kua.” In 1989, the duo brought their performances to television, receiving positive reviews for their superb vocals, storytelling, and versatility in portraying diverse roles. As the first of their kind to introduce this traditional art to television, they achieved a significant breakthrough and were recognized by the New Taipei Government as preservers of liam kua in 2016. According to the Ministry of Culture, Chen remained active in stage performances in her later years and served as a consultant for the Taiwan Liam-kua Troupe (台灣唸歌團), teaching yueqin playing and singing across various regions of the country. Her dedication to promoting Taiwan’s traditional performing arts has left a profound and lasting impact on the field.

Traditional performing art preserver Chen Pao-kuei passes away at 86

2025-12-01
Chen Pao-kuei (陳寶貴), a preserver of the traditional performing art “liam kua (唸歌),” passed away on Nov. 24 at the age of 86. Upon hearing this news, Minister of Culture Li Yuan expressed his deepest condolences and commended Chen’s lifelong devotion to preserving and transmitting this traditional art. Liam kua, also known as chant-song, a traditional performing art practiced in Taiwan for over three centuries, blends music, singing, and storytelling. Born in 1939, Chen grew up surrounded by traditional opera and was deeply influenced by nanguan (南管) and Taiwanese opera. In addition to her outstanding singing techniques, she excelled in storytelling, which shaped her distinctive performing style. She met her performing partner Chen Mei-chu (陳美珠) in her teenage years, and despite being illiterate, both trained diligently for their performances. Renowned for their memorization of more than a hundred songs and their improvisational ability, they became known as the “treasures of Taiwanese liam kua.” In 1989, the duo brought their performances to television, receiving positive reviews for their superb vocals, storytelling, and versatility in portraying diverse roles. As the first of their kind to introduce this traditional art to television, they achieved a significant breakthrough and were recognized by the New Taipei Government as preservers of liam kua in 2016. According to the Ministry of Culture, Chen remained active in stage performances in her later years and served as a consultant for the Taiwan Liam-kua Troupe (台灣唸歌團), teaching yueqin playing and singing across various regions of the country. Her dedication to promoting Taiwan’s traditional performing arts has left a profound and lasting impact on the field.