The Taiwan Center for Security Studies hosts a variety of events focusing on topics such as Traditional and Non-Traditional Security, Climate Change, & Smart Technologies. To stay updated on upcoming events, please visit our social media accounts. Click below to read about past events and to subscribe to our newsletter for updates and invitations.
Past Events
November 17tH, 2025
Press Release: Forum
Experts Convene at NCCU to Address Maritime Governance and Taiwanโs National Security
The Institute of International Relations at National Chengchi University recently held the Strategic Vision Workshop on Maritime Governance and National Security Challenges in Taiwan, in which leading scholars and practitioners addressed the emerging risks facing the Indo-Pacific, with a particular focus on civilian grey-zone operations, undersea infrastructure, and the evolving strategic landscape surrounding Taiwan.
November 29th, 2024
Press Release: Forum
Strategic Vision Forum Examines Impact of Potential Trump Second Term on Asia
Experts on global affairs convened at the Institute of International Relations to participate in the Strategic Vision Forum “Prospects of Trump’s Second Term for Asia and Regional Challenges.” The purpose of the event was to evaluate the potential implications of a second Trump administration on Asia and the regionโs security, economic stability, and geopolitical dynamics. Panel discussions and expert presentations focused on the evolving U.S. policy landscape and the strategic challenges facing regional players.
November 4TH, 2024
Press Release: Forum
Experts Convene to Address Taiwanโs Security Amid Geopolitical Shifts
The Taiwan Center for Security Studies and the Institute of International Relations of National Chengchi University hosted a forum titled, “The Strategic Assessment of Taiwanโs Security in The Indo-Pacific Region” where academics, policy makers, and experts gathered for in-depth discussion and a table-top exercise to discuss Taiwanโs security challenges in the context of intensifying geopolitical uncertainties. The event explored strategic, economic, and military dimensions shaping the Indo-Pacific region.
October 30th, 2024
Press Release: Webinar
Taiwan in the Indo-Pacific: Prospects and Challenges
On October 30th, 2024, the Centre for National Security Studies (CNSS) at Ramaiah University in Bangladesh and the Taiwan Center for Security Studies held a joint online forum analyzing Taiwanโs increasingly central role in the security, economy, and politics of the Indo-Pacific. Scholars and analysts share their insights into Taiwanโs importance to India and international relevance to the broader Indo-Pacific region, emphasizing that both nations will benefit from continued partnership and exchange. The forum underscored Taiwanโs strategic significance in the Indo-Pacific and the potential for deeper India-Taiwan collaboration amid shifting global dynamics.
MAY 16TH, 2024
Press Release: Conference
South China Sea and Taiping Island Issues 2024 English Press Release
The Institute of International Relations of National Chengchi University held a conference on issues in the South China Sea on May 16th. Hosted by Dr. Liu Fu-Kuo, research fellow of the Institute of International Relations, and Professor in the International Doctorate Program in Asia Pacific Studies Program (IDAS), National Chengchi University, the purpose of this session was to discuss the status of Taiping Island and Taiwan in relation to the region.
APRIL 15th 2024
Press Release: Report Launch Event
2024 TTX Emphasizes Crisis Prevention in National Security Strategy
The 2024 Tabletop Exercise (TTX), held on March 14-15, convened participants from various regions and countries to analyze and forecast the political and economic situation of our nation over the next decade, offering a broader perspective on national security strategies. The scenario was set between 2027 and 2032, a period that sees leadership changes in both the US and China, aimed at enhancing strategic thinking and foresight in areas such as cognitive warfare, grey zone conflicts, and war guidance under the umbrella of national security strategies.
March 15TH, 2024
Press Release: Tabletop Exercise
2024 Tabletop Exercise (TTX) Tackles Gray Zone Strategy and Crisis Management
The 2024 Tabletop Exercise (TTX) took place on March 14-15, jointly hosted by Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS), Asia-Pacific Policy Research Association(APPRA), Advanced Stratagem Asia Pacific(ASAP), and Institute of International Relations, National Chengchi University (IIR NCCU). Set in the year 2032, TTX simulated eight security scenarios covering topics such as energy security, regional turbulence, community and submarine cable vulnerability, global conflicts, economic and chip security, etc.
March 6th 2024
Press Release: Seminar
Seminar on โCross-Strait relations and New Zealand’s role in the Indo-Pacificโ
On Wednesday, March 6th, 2024, the Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) welcomed a delegation from the Asia New Zealand Foundation to discuss โCross-Strait Relations and New Zealand’s Role in the Indo-Pacificโ. Mr. Jason Young, Director of the New Zealand Contemporary China Research Centre at Victoria University of Wellington, and Ms. Renee Bates, Deputy Director of the New Zealand Commerce and Industry Office in Taipei, joined the discussion along with 10 scholars and experts from both countries.
February 21st, 2024
Press Release: MOU Signing
CNSS and TCSS Forge Strategic Partnership to Address Regional Challenges
The TCSS and the Centre for National Security Studies of MS Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (CNSS) officially entered into a MOU to collaborate on addressing critical regional challenges. The MOU signing ceremony, which took place online on Feb.21, marks the beginning of a promising partnership aimed at enhancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
February 23rd, 2023
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โRevisiting COP27: Key Outcomes and Subsequent Progress“
On Thursday the 23rd of February 2023, the Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) and The International Development Empowerment and Representation Agency (iDERA) jointly organized the webinar on โCOP27: Key Outcomes and Subsequent Progressโ. This webinar was hosted among ambassadors, climate experts and global professionals in the fields to join the discussion.
December 9th, 2023
Press Release: Workshop
Workshop on the Structural Shift of geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific: Implication of Japanโs Security Strategy for the region
Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) in cooperation with Japanโs St. Andrews University, organized the workshop โThe Structural Shift of Geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific: Implications of Japanโs Security Strategy for the Regionโ on December 9, 2023. More than 20 scholars and experts in the field were invited to engage in the discussion.
October 30th, 2023
Press Release: Press Conference
Regional Security Tabletop Exercise Press Conference: Deterring An Inevitable Armed Conflict in the Taiwan Strait
On October 30, TCSS, along with its partners from the National Chengchi Universityโs Institute of International Relations and the Asia-Pacific Policy Research Association, held a press conference to present the outcomes and takeaways from a table top exercise held in July. The exercise, titled Deterring an Inevitable Armed Conflict in the Taiwan Strait, was held over two days and attracted approximately 130 experts, scholars, and retired and serving military officials, public servants and public officials who shared their intimate knowledge of the topics.
August 24th, 2023
Press Release: MOU Signing
The Taiwan Center for Security Studies signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the United Service Institution of India
The Taiwan Center of Security Studies (TCSS) is pleased to announce that on August 24 a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed with the United Service Institution (USI) of India. The event took place via video-conference and was attended by key representatives from both sides.
February 23rd, 2023
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โRevisiting COP27: Key Outcomes and Subsequent Progress“
On Thursday the 23rd of February 2023, Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) and The International Development Empowerment and Representation Agency (iDERA) jointly organized the webinar on โCOP27: Key Outcomes and Subsequent Progressโ. This webinar was hosted among ambassadors, climate experts and global professionals in the fields to join the discussion.
February 21ST, 2023
Press Release: Conference
Conference on “The Russo-Ukrainian war after one year: Strategic Implications for Taiwanโs Defense and Security”
Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) in cooperation with Asia-Pacific Policy Research Association and Advanced Stratagem Asia Pacific organized the conference on โThe Russo-Ukrainian war after one year: Strategic Implications for Taiwanโs Defense and Securityโ on February 21, 2023, three days before the one-year-anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The meeting hosted around 80 participants from various fields, including embassies, trade offices, foreign missions, governmental organizations, military, research institutions and academia.
January 6th, 2023
Press Release: Workshop
Taiwan – Korea Defense Intelligence Satellite Data Utilization Workshop
On Friday the 6th of January 2023, the Taiwan Centre for Security Studies (TCSS) hosted a dialogue on the issue of โDefence Intelligenceโ and โSatellite Dataโ. It was the first in-person event in 2023, inviting officials and scholars from Taiwan and the delegation of industry professionals from Republic of Korea, including representatives from SI Imaging Services (SIIS) and SI Analytics (SIA).
DECember 15th, 2022
Press Release: Online Dialogue
2022 Security Dialogue
Taiwan Center for Security Studies held the “Security Dialogue 2022: Geopolitics, Cross-Strait, Technology, and Defense” on December 15. Over 60 participants, including the armed forces, government, industry, and academia, attended the dialogue. The dialogue focused on four major themes, concerning Taiwanโs foreign policy, cross-strait situation, cyber and military technology advancements, and defense strategy.
November 18th, 2022
Press Release: Online Dialogue
Japan-Taiwan Security Dialogue โCoping with the Taiwan Strait Crisis: Enhancing Japan and Taiwan Security Coordinationโ
On November 18, Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) and Osaka-based Momoyama Gakuin University (also known as Saint Andrew’s University) jointly held a one-day Japan-Taiwan Security Dialogue in hybrid mode. Under the context of the fourth Taiwan Strait crisis, the policy experts and research scholars from Japan and Taiwan contributed to the theme of the dialogue: “Coping with the Taiwan Strait Crisis: Enhancing Japan and Taiwan Security Coordination.” Previously, two such dialogues were held and jointly published two books titled “Defense Policy and Strategic Development: Coordination Between Japan and Taiwan” and “Security Turbulence in Asia: Shaping New Strategy in Japan and Taiwan.”
November 3rd, 2022
Press Release: Online Conference
International Conference on “UNCLOS 40th Anniversary and Its Implementation of Marine Policy”
On November 2-3, the Taiwan Center for Security Studies jointly held an International Conference on “UNCLOS 40th Anniversary and Its Implementation of Marine Policy”, along with National Taiwan Normal University in a hybrid mode.
September 19th, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โDeciphering the Fourth Cross-Strait Crisis: Economic and Military Perspective”
Jointly organized by Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) and Kalinga Institute of Indo-Pacific Studies (KIIPS), the webinar on โDeciphering the Fourth Cross Strait Crisis: Economic and Military perspectiveโ was held on September 19, attracted more than 100 international participants to join online.
august 1st, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โChina’s New Imperialism: Issues and Challengesโ
On August 1st, Taiwan Center for Security Studies jointly held a virtual panel discussion with Kalinga Institute of Indo-Pacific Studies (KIIPS) on the contemporary rise of China and its actions and implications for the Indo-Pacific, attracting over 30 listeners from multiple countries.
July 11th, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โRussia-Ukraine War: Responses from and Implications to Europe and the Indo-Pacific”
The webinar, jointly organized by TCSS and the Faculty of Political Science and International Studies at the University of Warsaw (WNPiSM), explored different perspectives, new developments, and possible ramifications and responses that the war in Ukraine has instigated in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.
june 15th, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โUkraine War and Geopolitical
Implications for Europe and Asiaโ
Launched on June 15th, the webinar on โUkraine War and Geopolitical Implications for Europe and Asiaโ attracted over 70 participants to join online and in-person. The joint event is organized by Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) and Institute for Strategic Research (IRSEM) to assess the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its impact on the regions.
May 26th, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โCommonwealth in the 21st Century”
Jointly organized by TCSS and its partners iDERA and the African Leadership Centre, the webinar on โCommonwealth in the 21st Centuryโ shared valuable insights and policy perspectives on May 26th. As the meeting of Heads of Government (CHOGM) and the Commonwealth Games are coming up on 20 June and in late July, the webinar represented a unique opportunity to discuss the relevance, role, and utility of the Commonwealth.
April 26th, 2022
Press Release: Forum
20th Edition of the Doha Forum
Doha Forum 2022, one of the worldโs premier policy gatherings, reconvened on March 26 and 27 for in Doha, bringing together policymakers, world leaders, and experts from around the world under the theme โTransforming for a New Eraโ. The Director of the Taiwan Center for Security Studies, Professor Fu-Kuo Liu, and the centerโs senior advisor Adm. Richard Chen were invited to take part in this important event.
April 20th, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on “India-China: The State of Border and Bilateral Relations”
On April 20th, Taiwan Center for Security Studies and the Indian Centre for Northeast Asian Studies, from the O.P. Jindal Global University, organized their first joint webinar to discuss the current tensions between Indian and Chinese borders.
April 6th, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
Webinar on โChinaโs Digital to Ambitions: A Global Strategy To Supplant The Liberal Orderโ
On April 6th, 2022, the Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) and the National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) jointly organized a webinar to address the last report published by the NBR โChinaโs Digital to Ambitions: A Global Strategy to Supplant the Liberal Orderโ. Gathering distinguished experts from the US and Taiwan, the webinarโs main objectives were to address Chinaโs competitive strategy in the digital field.
March 7th, 2022
Press Release: MOU Signing
Signing Ceremony for Climate Change Cooperation Platform
On Monday March 7th, six organizations from Taiwan and abroad signed together a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to further cooperation for climate change resilience. This new establishment will foster a closer cooperation on climate change, atmospheric observation and technology development while promoting academic exchanges and communication on related issues.
February 25th, 2022
Press Release: Webinar
COP 26 Action and Beyond
Taiwan Centre for security studies (TCSS) held a comprehensive two-series International Webinar to strengthen global dialogue on climate change cooperation and climate finance on February 23 and February 25. While “Series I: COP 26 and the Way Forward” focused on reviewing COP 26 agreement and negotiations, National Strategies and Renewable Energy Development, “Series II: Towards COP 27โSmall Island States Perspectives” flagged the perspectives of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the run-up to the COP 27. The webinar attracted UN representatives, diplomats, academicians, policy analysts, and civil society groups.
MARCH 5TH 2021
TCSS Ambassador Roundtable : Defining National Security and Foreign Policy: Practicability and Achievability
On Friday March 5th, the Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) held a roundtable discussion in collaboration with the Embassy of St. Lucia and members of the diplomatic community in Taipei. The theme of the event was โDefining National Security and Foreign Policy: Practicability and Achievabilityโ. Attendees included representatives of the foreign diplomatic corps in Taiwan, leaders from the private-sector, and a number of experts/scholars from TCSS. Dr. Fu-Kuo Liu, Director of the Taiwan Center for Security Studies and H.E. Ambassador Edwin Laurent of Saint Lucia, jointly opened the panel discussion Friday morning.
JANUARY 21ST 2021
Joint Webinar : 5G, Internet of Things and the Safety of Web Conference
Last week, Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) and American University in Dubai (AUD) hosted a joint webinar on the topic of โ5G, Internet of Things and the Safety of Web Conferenceโ. Co-organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan, ROC, the event invited attendees from the private and public sectors hailing from both countries. Representing the technical industry, Taiwanโs Industrial Technology Research Institute (ๅทฅ็ ้ข), Institute for Information Industry (่ณ็ญๆ), Taiwan Association of Information and Communication Standards (ๅฐ็ฃ่ณ้็ขๆฅญๆจๆบๅๆ) as well as Ingram Micro and Fortinet Middle East from Dubai, UAE.
December 21st, 2020
Webinar on โThe Biden Administration and Its Asia Policyโ
On December 21st, the Taiwan Center for Security Studies and the Synergia Foundation (Bengaluru, India) hosted a joint webinar centered around the incoming Biden administrationโs Asia policy. Underscoring the importance of multilateralism in the region and a U.S. committed to its allies and partners, Dr. Fu-Kuo Liu (Director, Taiwan Center for Security Studies), Mr. Tobby Simon (Founder and President, Synergia Foundation), and Dr. Rockford Weitz (Director, Maritime Studies Program, The Fletcher School of Tufts University) led the panel in discussing the future of U.S. foreign policy in the Indo-Pacific as well as strategic competition with Beijing.
December 4th, 2020
The Biden Administration and the Update of the US-China-Taiwan Relations
On Friday, the Taiwan Center for Security Studies (TCSS) held a roundtable discussion on the Biden Administration. The event was represented by members of the foreign diplomatic community in Taiwan, as well as experts and scholars in the field, taking place at National Chengchi University (NCCU). The event was held in accordance with Chatham House Rules and touched on recent developments regarding the US-elections, the incoming administration, and what it means for the future of US-China-Taiwan relations.
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