ASIATODAY.ID, TAICHUNG — Taiwan and Japan are deepening their partnership in maritime economy and green energy through the Taiwan–Japan Port Seminar 2025, held at the Port of Taichung on October 30, 2025.
The forum marks a major step forward in advancing blue economy collaboration, cruise tourism, and offshore wind energy development between the two nations.
The seminar, co-organized by the Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) and the Japan Overseas Ports Cooperation Association (JOPCA), brought together 49 Japanese representatives, including Kawai Gen, Deputy Head of the Japan–Taiwan Exchange Association (JTEA), along with over 100 participants from government and industry sectors of both countries.
Participants exchanged insights on future port development, offshore wind energy, and the cruise industry’s potential as part of a shared commitment to sustainable maritime growth and green transition. Both sides reaffirmed their determination to jointly promote a resilient blue and green economy, aligning with global decarbonization and sustainability goals.
Founded in 1993, JOPCA is a non-governmental and non-profit organization dedicated to international exchange and cooperation in port management and operations. Its members include Japan’s major port authorities, port foundations, construction agencies, and maritime trade experts.
Since 2010, JOPCA has regularly organized overseas seminars. This year, its choice of TIPC as a partner recognizes Taiwan’s achievements in developing offshore wind infrastructure and cruise homeport facilities.
The 2025 seminar focused on two emerging growth sectors: offshore wind energy and cruise tourism.
Taiwan’s Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, and Anping ports have become vital industrial bases for offshore wind energy, serving as key supply chain hubs across the Asia-Pacific region. This progress has not only strengthened Taiwan’s green industry ecosystem but also created substantial local employment opportunities.
Meanwhile, Taiwan’s cruise tourism industry is experiencing a strong rebound after the pandemic. In 2024, Taiwan’s ports received more than 400 cruise calls carrying nearly 900,000 passengers. This number is expected to surge to over 570 calls and 1.13 million passengers in 2025, underscoring Taiwan’s growing role as a premier cruise destination in East Asia.
Through platforms like the Taiwan–Japan Port Seminar, both nations aim to enhance strategic maritime cooperation, expand investment in renewable energy and sustainable tourism, and strengthen their position as regional leaders in the blue economy and clean energy transformation. (AT Network)
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