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Taipei – The HFX Taipei Forum will take place in Taiwan on February 20 and 21, 2025, bringing together leaders and experts from around the world to discuss global security, technological competition, Taiwan’s role in the democratic alliance, and information security. The forum aims to foster international cooperation and dialogue on these critical issues.

HFX is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., dedicated to strengthening strategic cooperation among democratic nations worldwide. As a leading platform for dialogue on democracy and security, HFX continues to expand its global influence. Hosting the HFX Taipei Forum marks the first time HFX has held an event outside North America, symbolizing its growing international presence and highlighting Taiwan’s crucial role as a democracy in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as its contributions to global democracy and security.

HFX Taipei will feature distinguished Taiwanese guests, including Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim, and former President Tsai Ing-wen. They will discuss Taiwan’s key role in global security, democracy, and regional cooperation, as well as exploring ways to strengthen Taiwan’s international partnerships and engagement.

With support from Robert Tsao, founder of United Microelectronics Corporation (UMC), the forum will incorporate short film screenings, thematic discussions, and closed-door meetings. Key topics will include information security and geopolitical strategy, with in-depth discussions on how leading global technology powers will be shaping international political dynamics in future technological conflicts. HFX Taipei will also underline the essential role of democratic nations in maintaining regional stability and upholding democratic values. Participants will also be invited to join HFX’s traditional 5K Run on the second morning of the event and experience Taiwanese culture and cuisine.

HFX Taipei represents a milestone in HFX’s efforts to expand its global influence. The world is facing increasing challenges, and the forum will serve as a vital platform for leaders and experts to engage in meaningful exchanges and collaboration to further strengthen democracy and security worldwide.

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HFX臺北：
聚焦全球安全、民主合作與臺灣的關鍵角色

臺北—HFX 臺北論壇將於2025年2月20日至21日在臺灣舉行，匯聚全球領袖與專家，針對全球安全、科技競爭、臺灣在民主陣營中的角色及資訊安全等關鍵議題進行深入討論，並推動國際間的合作與對話。

HFX 是一個獨立、無黨派、非營利的組織，總部位於華盛頓特區，致力於加強全球民主國家之間的戰略合作。

作為推動民主和安全對話的領先平台，HFX 持續擴大其全球影響力。本次在臺灣舉辦的 HFX 臺北論壇，是HFX首次在北美以外的地區舉辦活動，不僅象徵著此論壇的國際格局，也突顯臺灣作為亞太地區民主國家的關鍵角色，及其對全球民主和安全的貢獻。

此次論壇將邀請多位臺灣貴賓出席，包括總統賴清德、副總統蕭美琴，以及前總統蔡英文，就臺灣在全球安全、民主與區域合作中的關鍵角色進行討論，並探討如何進一步強化臺灣在國際間的合作與參與。

在聯電創辦人曹興誠的支持下，本次論壇將融合短片放映、主題會議及閉門討論等形式，討論將涵蓋廣泛議題，包括資訊安全與地緣戰略，深入探討全球科技巨擘如何塑造未來科技競合中的國際政治形勢。

此外，HFX臺北論壇也將強調民主國家在維持區域穩定與捍衛民主價值中所扮演的重要角色。

主辦單位也將邀請與會者共同響應HFX論壇傳統活動—次日清晨的5K Run路跑；並讓與會者品嚐臺灣特色美食，體驗臺灣的文化。

HFX 臺北論壇將成為 HFX 擴展全球影響力的重要里程碑。面對日益嚴峻的全球挑戰，此論壇將匯聚全球領袖與專家，促進深入交流與合作，進一步鞏固全球民主與安全。

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