The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), in cooperation with the American Institute in Taiwan, the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, the Australian Office, the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, and Radio Taiwan International, jointly hosted a Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) International Workshop from September 9 to 11, 2025. Themed “Building Democratic Resilience: The Role of Media Literacy in Defending the Information Space,” the event brought together nearly 140 government officials, NGO representatives, and scholars and experts from 26 countries.
The workshop highlighted the importance of strengthening media literacy to enhance democratic societies’ ability to counter disinformation and external interference. Discussions covered a wide range of topics, including election monitoring, fact-checking, the impact of emerging technologies, private sector responses, and social media literacy. The program also featured dedicated sessions spotlighting youth engagement and international cooperation. Young leaders shared hands-on experiences, while participants exchanged strategies and best practices for combating disinformation—underscoring the shared determination of democracies to confront information challenges together.
The organizers also arranged site visits for international participants to Radio Taiwan International and the National 228 Memorial Museum. These visits provided deeper insights into Taiwan’s efforts in advancing democracy and safeguarding information freedom, further enriching the workshop’s breadth and depth of exchanges.
Since its launch in 2015, the GCTF has held more than 90 events with participants from over 135 countries and territories, becoming an important platform for Taiwan to promote international multilateral cooperation. Marking its 10th anniversary this year, Taiwan will continue to work with like-minded partners through the GCTF to deepen collaboration and jointly contribute to global peace and stability.
