President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) stated that Taiwan ranks first among Asian countries in the OECD’s Social Institutions and Gender Index (SIGI) in 2023 in a pre-recorded video at the opening session of Taiwan's 2023 Women in Science and Technology (WiST) Convention.
In her remarks, Tsai expressed her gratitude to women in science and technology for their devotion in research and innovation. She said female scientists and technologists have made significant contributions to the advancement of Taiwan’s high-tech industry and helped the country become a critical player in the global supply chain.
Tsai said she hopes the convention will bring together the wisdom of female talent across the world and create positive changes to government policy. She added that the government will continue to support women in STEM, female entrepreneurs, and improve child care policies to break down gender barriers in women’s careers and realize gender equality.