On May 25-26, 2013, enthusiastic students from Japan and Taiwan joyfully participated in “2013 Taiwan-Japan Youth Forum for the Kansai Region” in Osaka. This forum is sponsored by Kansai Branch of the Japan and Taiwan Student Conference and TECO.

Over 40 students participated in the Forum’s many activities; lectures, film shows, group discussions and a cultural party, which centered around the Forum’s theme of “Sharing values and strengthening mutual friendships”.

Mr. Shi Jingzhi, who had worked in the Taipei Office of Interchange Association Japan (IAJ) presented an interesting lecture about Japanese and Taiwanese cultures and lifestyles.

Vice Representative Kanamoto of the Kansai Branch of the Japan and Taiwan Student Conference indicated his supportive approval of the “2013 Taiwan-Japan Youth Forum for the Kansai Region” and will be conducting research inquiries about study in Taiwan.