On February 8, the World Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce (WTCC), Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce of North America (TCCNA), and Asia Taiwanese Chambers Of Commerce (ASTCC) coorganized the "2025 Taiwan-U.S.-Asia: New Supply Chain Business Opportunities Forum." In response to the Trump 2.0 era, the forum aims to expand the presence of Taiwanese enterprises in ASEAN, North America, and other regions while enhancing economic and trade resilience. The event brought together industry experts from Taiwan, North America, and Asia, along with representatives stationed in Taiwan, to share the latest global supply chain trends and help overseas Taiwanese businesses and domestic enterprises navigate the evolving global landscape.

Among the distinguished guests in attendance included MOEA Minister Jyh-Huei Kuo, OCAC Minister Chia-ching Hsu, National Policy Advisors Wei-hsin Lai and Timothy Chuang, Malaysia Investment Development Authority Taipei Office Director Azhana Mohamed Saleh, Vietnam Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei Director Mr. Vu Tien Dung, AIT Commercial Officer Christian Koschil, Thailand Trade and Economic Office (Taipei) Representative Mr. Narong Boonsatheanwong, and Canadian Trade Office in Taipei Director Ed Jager of Trade and Investment.
 
OCAC Minister Hsu expressed gratitude to the WTCC, TCCNA, and ASTCC for organizing this forum. She acknowledged the forum’s impact in helping overseas Taiwanese businesses swiftly adapt to the evolving global landscape and strategize accordingly. The event also facilitated exchange between Taiwan-based foreign representatives and Taiwanese entrepreneurs worldwide, fostering greater collaboration and business opportunities.

Minister Hsu emphasized that the Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce serve as a vital gateway for Taiwanese enterprises investing abroad and act as key advisors. Taiwan plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, and President Lai Ching-te remains focused on advancing the "Five Trusted Industry Sectors." In light of the new landscape and challenges following Trump's inauguration, it is even more critical for Taiwanese businesses at home and abroad to collaborate closely. As the bridge between Taiwan and overseas Taiwanese enterprises, the OCAC will continue to connect industries globally and help overseas Taiwanese businesses stay informed about the latest supply chain trends and business opportunities. In doing so, these businesses can maintain a strong global presence, create more opportunities, and generate greater economic contributions for Taiwan.

Under the new Trump administration, the global economy is at a major turning point. WTCC President Guang-yi Wu stated that Taiwan possesses a strong manufacturing foundation, agile adaptability, and the trust of global markets, making it an indispensable player in the global supply chain. He hopes that Taiwan can continue to deepen cooperation with the U.S., Canada, ASEAN, and other countries, find breakthroughs in the new supply chain landscape, and create greater value in international markets.

According to TCCNA President Arthur Chen, businesses are facing major challenges that include supply chain restructuring, rising trade wars, and tariff uncertainties. He emphasized that this forum serves as a platform for discussion and exchange, enabling Taiwanese business leaders to respond to new economic challenges more effectively and accurately, while further strengthening the democratic supply chain.

ASTCC President Kai Min Lin stated that amid the wave of supply chain restructuring, the ASEAN market has become a key hub in the global supply chain, with Southeast Asian countries emerging as a crucial battleground for Taiwanese business expansion. He encouraged attending business leaders to seize this opportunity of this forum to exchange insights on the latest global supply chain developments, and work together to explore new business opportunities within the reginoal supply-chain economy.

The forum also featured a keynote speech by Business Weekly Chairman Chin-he Hsieh, who analyzed the global political and economic landscape under the theme “The Unforeseeable Trump Risk and New Challenges in the Supply Chain.” Hsieh discussed how Taiwan should navigate these uncertainties. Experts and leaders from the U.S., Canada, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and other Asian countries also provided in-depth insights into the latest regional market trends. The event also included a North America-Asia regional business exchange session, where experienced overseas Taiwanese business leaders shared firsthand practical insights, helping Taiwanese entrepreneurs better understand future marketing and sales strategies and seize new growth opportunities.

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