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12 ｜ Research, Development, and International Cooperation

In August 2023, the Ministry hosted the APEC Conference on Managing Infectious Diseases on Cross-Border
Cruise Ships in the Post-COVID-19 Era: Application of Digital Technology. Nearly 100 participants from 13
countries, including experts from industry, government, academia and the representatives of cruise operators,
shared their experiences in handling public health incidents on cruise ships during the pandemic and applying
digital technology to enhance epidemic prevention efficiency to ensure the health and safety of cruise travel.

Managing Infectious Diseases on Cross-Border Cruise Ships in the Post-COVID-19 Era: Application of
Digital Technology

In October 2023, the Ministry hosted the APEC Communication Platform for Analytical Techniques - Food from
Biotechnology-Derived Crops Workshop, inviting domestic and international experts and scholars to share their
experiences, with 148 participants from industry, government and academia from 10 economies.

APEC Communication Platform for Analytical Techniques - Food from Biotechnology-Derived Crops
Workshop
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