Saturday 16 September 2023

ST KITTS AND NEVIS CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP WITH TAIWAN

Basseterre, Sept 14 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2023 Taiwan Expo held in St Kitts and Nevis, was organised by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) in collaboration with the Taiwanese Embassy on the island and marked a pivotal moment in the diplomatic history of both nations. 

Held in August at the Visitor Centre, Malcolm Guishard Recreational Park in Nevis, the event commemorated the 40th anniversary of official diplomatic relations between Taiwan and St Kitts and Nevis. Through a myriad of exhibitions and cultural experiences, the Expo further solidified the deep-rooted bond between these two countries. 

Showcasing Taiwanese Innovation 

The Expo featured 26 Taiwanese companies representing diverse industries. Visitors had the privilege of exploring a wide array of cutting-edge products, including high-quality scissors, knives, and sharpeners, health supplements, sealing machines, solar products, house accessories, leisure foods, and state-of-the-art ICT products such as smartphones, laptops, VR devices, dashcams, and LED smart projectors. Notably, all the ICT products exhibited were recipients of the prestigious Taiwan Excellence Awards, underscoring their innovation and superior quality. 

Immersive Cultural Experience 

Beyond trade and technology, the Expo offered an immersive journey into Taiwanese culture. Attendees savoured the world-renowned Taiwanese bubble tea and other delightful beverages, tantalising their taste buds with authentic flavours. The cultural experience extended to captivating VR demonstrations and Taiwanese night market games, including balloon darts, pinball, and ring toss. The Expo also treated movie enthusiasts to three acclaimed Taiwanese films, adding a cinematic touch to the cultural immersion.  

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