Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen Begins European Tour, Aims to Showcase City Globally

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen embarked on a 10-day European tour, with her first stop in Berlin, Germany. During her visit, she met with Rainer Genilke, Vice President of the Brandenburg State Parliament, and Stefan Evers, Deputy Mayor of Berlin. Lu emphasized that the trip is not just about city exchanges but also about finding international cooperation opportunities for Taichung. "Let the world see Taichung, and bring the world's successful experiences back to Taichung," she stated.

Lu's delegation arrived in Berlin after nearly 20 hours of travel. She noted that Vice President Genilke, who has visited Taiwan four times and enjoys Taiwanese tea and pineapple cakes, found the exchange more engaging with the addition of local delicacies. She also discussed smart cities, public transportation, green energy transition, industrial innovation, and talent cultivation with Berlin city officials.

Highlighting Germany's role as a global industrial and technological leader, Lu pointed out Taichung's significance as a hub for Taiwan's precision machinery, smart manufacturing, and high-tech industries. She stressed the need for cities to collaborate and learn from each other to address challenges like energy transition, climate change, and global industrial restructuring. Lu views city diplomacy as a long-term endeavor, laying the groundwork for Taichung's future development.

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Let the world see Taichung, and bring the world's successful experiences back to Taichung.