After a two decade departure, Helena Reitberger is back in Taiwan as the Swedish representative. She says not much has changed during her time away, which is a good thing, and Taiwan’s beauty still lies in its people. At the same time, she’s overseeing improved economic and political relations.

Tune in to Taiwan Footprints as we chat with Lutz Güllner, the Head of the European Economic and Trade Office in Taiwan. Mr. Güllner has enjoyed a long career as as a public servant in Brussels, working for the EU in numerous important positions. But he says he’s excited that Taiwan is his first overseas diplomatic posting. And for good reason. Europe is the largest foreign investor in Taiwan, surpassing the United States and Japan.

Brazil is more than just samba music, topical beaches and rain forests. Join us as we chat with Luis Santos, Director of the Commercial Office of Brazil in Taipei, and learn about the vibrant and multifaceted culture of South America’s largest nation. Brazil is also important for Taiwan’s food security. Director Santos also explains why Brazil is an ideal business investment for Taiwan.

"Bilateral trade between Taiwan and Mexico continues to show significant growth, with many Taiwanese tech companies setting up shop in Mexico to tackle the North American market. This month on Taiwan Footprints we talk to Martin Torres, Head of Mexican Trade Services, Documentation and Cultural Office. He also talks about his hometown, Mexico City."

New Zealand is a popular destination for Taiwan tourists, but the country is much more than majestic mountain scenery and kiwi fruit. Join us as we talk to Mark Pearson, Director of the New Zealand Commerce and Industry in Taipei, and learn more about growing bilateral trade, and the cultural connections between Taiwan’s indigenous peoples and the Maori.

Synergy between India and Taiwan is growing stronger and deeper, with their growing tech sectors and labor market potential. ICRT sits down with the Director General of the India Taipei Association, Manharsinh Yadav, to discuss what the future might hold for cooperation with India and Taiwan.

Saudi Arabia is a rich in heritage and culture, but today the country has a new push. Join as as we chat with Representative of the the Saudi Arabian Trade Office in Taipei — Adel Althaidi. Relations between the two countries were once defined by petroleum, but today they are partners in EVs and AI.

It was a long journey from Saskatchewan in western Canada to Taipei, to head up the Canadian Trade Office in Taiwan. Jim Nickel is Executive Director of CTOT, and is in charge of fostering bilateral trade, relations, and cultural and academic exchanges. And just like Taiwan, Canada is a multilingual and multicultural nation on the move.