President Cyril Ramaphosa made a surprise visit to the event, addressing the tourism industry and media delegates. Throughout his address, Ramaphosa emphasized the tourism industry’s importance in growing Africa’s economy and promoting a country’s identity. “Tourism is one of the most international industries as it showcases the country’s identity and offerings to the world. If you want to showcase what you produce, clothing, food and arts, tourism is that window all of us can present to the world.”

South Africa has been named best safari experience in Africa by the Safari Awards Africa 2019. South Africa won the award as it came out tops in 10 of the 18 categories of the Awards. The award is a differentiator for South African Tourism. “The importance of this award is that it sets us apart from all the other safari destinations as we have the unique advantage of being able to showcase our world-class ocean safaris with our incredible land safari offerings. Being awarded this prestigious accolade is a true honour,” said Bradley Brouwer, Head of Global Trade for SA Tourism. South African Tourism acting CEO, Sthembiso Dlamini thanked all involved for making Africa’s Travel Indaba a success. “We are extremely grateful for the efforts of our bid parties, agencies and suppliers who ensured that we hosted another awesome Africa’s Travel Indaba,” said Dlamini.

“TKZN hosted a tourist industry stakeholder breakfast where the MEC of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Sihle Zikalala announced the construction of an R1 billion new Beach resort on the KZN North Coast that will be opened in 2022, answering a long-standing need from the trade,” commented Phindile Makwakwa, acting CEO at TKZN. “We also welcome news that 14 private sector companies are coming on board to provide a global marketing campaign for the KZN Province, demonstrating confidence in our tourism infrastructure and diversified producing offering,” added Makwakwa.

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The press event was attended by Ms. Karen Pai, Deputy Executive Director of Taitra, Ambassador Tien Chung- Kwang, Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India (TECC), Manish Singhal, Deputy Secretary-General and Head International of FICCI, Deepak Kumar, Executive Director (ITPO), and Ms. Madhumitha Ramanathan, Vice President of Invest India.

While addressing the media delegates, Ms Karen Pai, Deputy Executive Director, TAI-TRA, said, “Looking at India from a Taiwanese perspective, we see a vibrant country that is full of possibilities. In addition to India becoming the most populous country in the world, in 2028, New Delhi is set to overtake Tokyo the most populous city in the world. India’s future is full of possibilities and is an incredible place that Taiwan simply cannot miss! I also want to tell everyone here that Taiwanese companies, products, technologies, and tourism channels are ready to reveal their strengths, create new links with India, and generate mutual progress and prosperity together.”

Talking about their plans for India market, she further shared, “IIn recent years, bilateral trade between Taiwan and India continues to grow, with India being Taiwan’s 16th largest trading partner. In 2018, Taiwan and India’s total bilateral trade volume reached US$7 billion, a 5-year high and an 11% increase from 2017. Bilateral trade investments are also on the rise. Such growth illustrates the successful combination of Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy and Act East Policy from India, the benefits of synergy, and the increasingly strong interaction between the two countries’ people and businesses.”

TAITRA has come up with an interactive activity to increase the number of visitors attending the expo. Visitors can download the app: Marq+ and play interactive games in the expo. One of these game is to scan the butterfly image of Taiwan expo and add the butterfly wings to it. Visitors can win exciting prizes by participating in these activities.

There will be 10 theme pavilions in the expo – Taiwan Excellence Pavilion, Taiwan Green Products Pavilion, Taiwan IoT Smart Living Pavilion, Taiwan Healthcare Pavilion, Digital Commerce Pavilion, Taiwan Bubble Tea Pavilion, Taiwan Agricultural Pavilion, Taiwan Tourism Pavilion, Hsinchu Science Park Biotech Hub, Six Senses of Taiwan, Education & Tourism, ICT Product & Electrical Equipment, Medical Devices, Health & Personal Care and Taiwan High Quality Product.

This year the Taiwan Expo is focusing on six areas – Smart Cities, Smart HealthCare, Taiwanese Lifestyle, Taiwanese Agriculture, Taiwan Green Tech and Education, Culture, and Tourism. In addition to the Expo, Taiwan Expo 2019 will also see a host of industry forums like Taiwan-India Medical Cooperation Forum and Air Quality Management and Pollution Control Forum, covering topics such as air pollution control and health care during the course of the expo. The forums will offer the audience an opportunity to learn about Taiwan’s current industrial development and the areas in which the two countries can co-operate in the future. The rich exhibition content and professional seminars offered by Taiwan Expo 2019 means that the Indian visitors can learn about Taiwan in a comprehensive and in-depth manner.

Taiwan Expo 2019 will see participation from 130 exhibitors showcasing their state-of-the-art products through 230 booths. The show will be open between 10:00 AM to 6:00 pm.

Headquartered in Taipei, TAITRA is Taiwan’s foremost non-profit trade promoting organization. Sponsored by the government and industry organizations, TAITRA assists enterprises to expand their global reach.

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