The Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Taipei (JCCI) released its 2026 White Paper on October 7, 2026. National Development Council (NDC) Minister Yeh Chun-Hsien was invited to deliver remarks and accepted the White Paper on behalf of the government. The JCCI noted that its survey of member companies showed a high level of satisfaction with Taiwan’s business environment. In his remarks, Minister Yeh said that the JCCI’s White Paper has long served as an important channel for the government to assess Taiwan’s investment environment and understand the needs of multinational enterprises. The government attaches great importance to the recommendations presented in the White Paper. The NDC will continue to make use of its interministerial communication and coordination mechanisms and work with the JCCI to create new opportunities for Taiwan–Japan economic growth.
At the White Paper launch, the JCCI noted that it had included the results of a survey of its member companies for the first time. Respondents rated Taiwan’s overall business environment highly, particularly in terms of “living environment and public safety” and “business infrastructure”. From the perspective of corporate operations, the White Paper also put forward structural recommendations concerning the transparency of administrative procedures, alignment of regulations with international standards, and the availability of talent and electricity. Minister Yeh noted that these recommendations also address key challenges facing the government as it promotes the twin transitions towards digitalization and sustainability in industry.
Minister Yeh noted that over the past year, the NDC has held several meetings with relevant government agencies and the JCCI, making progress on a number of issues. Regarding energy and electricity supply, the government has increased the guarantee coverage for offshore wind power financing to 80 percent to support renewable energy development. It has also introduced a “preliminary review mechanism” for electricity industry license applications to streamline administrative procedures and improve regulatory predictability. The government is also promoting its second energy transition by developing diverse renewable energy sources, promoting greater energy efficiency, and expanding smart energy storage, while strengthening grid resilience to ensure a safe and stable electricity supply.
Minister Yeh said that, in response to business concerns regarding the investment environment, the government has expanded the eligibility criteria for the “Three Major Programs for Investing in Taiwan” to include Taiwanese businesses worldwide and foreign companies. It has also amended the “Industrial Innovation Statute” to expand the scope of investment tax credits to cover AI, cybersecurity, energy conservation, and carbon reduction, encouraging businesses to accelerate their digital and green transformations. The government is also actively implementing the “Ten AI Initiatives Promotion Plan (2025–2028)” to accelerate AI adoption across industries and position Taiwan as a global hub for digital and AI innovation. The NDC has also established a Startup Island TAIWAN hub in Tokyo to help Taiwanese startups connect with Japanese companies, investors, and markets.
Regarding international talent recruitment, Minister Yeh further noted that the NDC has amended the “Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals”, significantly enhancing employment, residency, and social security benefits for foreign professionals and making Taiwan a more attractive destination for international talent. In addition, to further expand Taiwan’s global talent recruitment network, the first overseas Talent Taiwan office was officially opened in Silicon Valley, the United States, on September 25. Talent Taiwan will continue to provide one-stop services through its offices in Taiwan and overseas, helping foreign companies recruit international talent and supporting professionals in building their careers in Taiwan.
Regarding the JCCI’s call for Taiwan and Japan to conclude a trade agreement, Minister Yeh emphasized that Taiwan–Japan economic and trade relations have long been close and expressed hope that bilateral ties can be further strengthened. He also encouraged the JCCI to convey its support for such an agreement to the Japanese government and help facilitate its conclusion, creating more opportunities for Japanese companies to invest in Taiwan’s emerging industries. The NDC and relevant government agencies will build on their existing efforts to support businesses operating and investing in Taiwan while working with the JCCI to further deepen Taiwan–Japan economic and trade cooperation and create new opportunities for bilateral economic growth.
Contact: Shu-Ling Yang, Director-General, Department of Regulatory Reform
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