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Vol.58 No.11 Nov. 2008  FRONT COVERTaiwan is liberalizing its economy to develop an internationally competitive financial services market.     |
 Facilitating the free flow of capital, including that to and from mainland China, is crucial to Taiwan's transformation into a regional financial hub. (Photo by Huanag Chung-hsin) >> more Great ExpectationsAdopting an open and unrestricted policy to build >>
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Participation in the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation is a constructive engagement with the international community. Architect Kris Yao is renowned for creating buildings that enhance their surroundings and welcome occupants. Well-known and much loved in Taiwan, the bright patterns of traditional floral cloth are making a comeback. Paintings by Shi Song reflect the artist's search for inner tranquility and insight into the nature of life. The Golden Harvest Awards have nurtured new filmmaking talent for three decades The collections of the National Palace Museum include the finest examples of the traditional arts of lacquerware and enamelware. Taiwan is making a renewed effort to transform into an Asia Pacific financial center. Local banks are expanding to tap increased interest in wealth management services. As currency restrictions loosen, Taiwan's cross-strait businesspeople are breathing a sigh of relief. Taiwan's contributions to APEC continue to grow, especially in the field of disaster management. The new restaurant at the National Palace Museum brings art to life through dishes that mimic treasured artworks. Best viewed with IE 4.0 or higher at 1024 x 768 resolution. |
