Taipei:Taiwan is aiming to strengthen its collaboration with European nations to enhance the security of critical infrastructure, including undersea cables. This initiative was highlighted by Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung in a prerecorded video address to the Berlin Security Conference.
According to Focus Taiwan, Lin's video address emphasized Taiwan's extensive experience in handling cyberattacks, disinformation, and gray-zone activities, positioning it as a valuable partner for Europe. Lin introduced a "RISK Management Initiative on International Undersea Cables" as part of Taiwan's strategy to bolster infrastructure security.
The Berlin Security Conference, which took place on November 3-4, featured Lithuania as this year's partner country and focused on Europe's defense capabilities, security threats from Russia, and the war in Ukraine. The conference gathered political leaders, senior military officials, and defense industry representatives.
Lin highlighted the implications of the Taiwan Strait situation for Europe's security and prosperity, citing Taiwan's economic security strengths in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. He mentioned Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.'s plans for a plant in Germany and GlobalWafers Co.'s investment in Italy as examples of Taiwan's expanding industrial footprint in Europe.
Furthermore, Taiwan is collaborating with Poland to develop a technology park, contributing to secure and reliable cross-border supply chains. Lin expressed Taiwan's readiness to deepen ties with Europe, leveraging their combined strengths in technology and security resilience to foster a safer and more prosperous future.
