American Institute in Taiwan

AIT American Citizen Services Officer to Visit Penghu for Consular Services

POSTED: 2010/03/10

Representatives of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) - Kaohsiung Branch Office will be in Penghu on Wednesday afternoon, March 24, 2010, to provide notary, consular report of birth abroad (CRBA), U.S. passport, and additional passport pages services.... [Complete Text]

Liability Exposure, Risk Management and Solutions for the Solar Industry

POSTED: 2010/03/05

The Commercial Section of the American Institute in Taiwan and the Willis (Taiwan) Group invite Taiwan industry representatives to attend a seminar on "Liability Exposure, Risk Management and Solutions for Solar Industry". ...
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Essentials of Enterprise Risk Management for Directors & Officers: A Liability Insurance Seminar

POSTED: 2010/03/05

The Commercial Section of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Willis (Taiwan) Group invite Taiwan industry representatives to attend "Essentials of Enterprise Risk Management for Directors & Officers: A Liability Insurance Seminar." ... [Complete Text]

AIT Earth Day Writing Contest

POSTED: 2010/03/03

The American Institute in Taiwan launched an English writing contest in celebration of Earth Day. The contest is open to individuals up to and including 25-years of age who live in Taiwan and hold Taiwan passports. All essays must be the original, individual work of the submitter. The top two winners will be awarded cash prizes of NT$10,000 and NT$5,000, respectively... [Complete Text]

U.S. Arms Sales to Taiwan - Fact Sheet

POSTED: 2010/02/11

Major arms sales announced in 2010 ($6.4 billion) and 2008 ($6.4 billion)

- All of the U.S. arms systems sold to Taiwan are used by the United States Armed Forces.
- Almost all of Taiwan's purchases will be of newly built equipment.
- Two ships will be refurbished and sold at a fraction of the original cost.
- The price Taiwan pays is comparable to that for the United States and our partners
- These systems will enable Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self-defense capability... [Complete Text]

Secretary of State Clinton’s International Women’s Day Message

secretary Clinton's International Women's Day Remark

Secretary of State Clinton’s International Women’s Day Message

Secretary Clinton commemorates International Women’s Day, March 8, 2010 with a special message. The message is available in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Persian and Chinese... [Watch the Video]

Strong U.S. Engagement with Asia-Pacific Region Is Vital

Assistant Secretary of State Kurt Campbell during a recent visit to South Korea

Washington — Free trade and strong economic engagement remain critical pillars for U.S. relations in East Asia and the Pacific, Assistant Secretary of State Kurt Campbell says.... [Complete Text]

Presidential Proclamation on Women’s History Month

Countless women have steered the course of our history, and their stories are ones of steadfast determination. From reaching for the ballot box to breaking barriers on athletic fields and battlefields, American women have stood resolute in the face of adversity and overcome obstacles to realize their full measure of success. Women’s History Month is an opportunity for us to recognize the contributions women have made to our Nation, and to honor those who blazed trails for women’s empowerment and equality....
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U.S. Government Launches New CITES Website

A new website sponsored by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will concentrate specifically on information concerning the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), from a United States perspective. This website will provide information and highlight the U.S. perspective on CITES and the conservation and protection of species in international trade… [Complete Text]

President Obama on Earthquake in Chile

THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. Earlier today, a devastating earthquake struck the nation of Chile, affecting millions of people. This catastrophic event was followed by multiple aftershocks, and has prompted tsunami warnings across the Pacific Ocean. Earlier today, I was briefed by my national security team on the steps that we’re taking to protect our own people, and to stand with our Chilean friends.... [Complete Text]

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- Secretary Clinton on Earthquake in Chile

Earthquake in Chile

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AIT Director William A. Stanton takes part in an appreciation luncheon arranged by the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Director Stanton joined Minister of Economic Affairs Shih Yen-shiang, other officials from Taiwan, meat industry representatives, and others at this event to sample the first batch of U.S. bone-in beef in Taiwan under the 2009 Protocol.

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