On September 7, 2026, the University of Taipei hosted a delegation from Yokohama City University at its Bo-Ai Campus. The exchange was represented by Director of International and Cross-Strait Academic Exchange Division,Chia-yin Yu, Department of History and Geography Assistant Professor,Hsiao-Wei Chen, and Department of Public Affairs Assistant Professor Meng-Che Yu, while YCU was represented by Admissions Division supervisor Tsutsumi Shingo . Both sides presented institutional overviews through videos and briefings and discussed future collaboration plans to deepen mutual understanding of their respective academic characteristics and strategic directions. During the meeting, both universities found strong resonance in their shared positioning as "urban think tanks" and their commitment to the "city as a classroom" philosophy. UT shared its accomplishments in helping the Taipei City Government host the "Resilient City" international symposium, along with its University Social Responsibility initiatives in Wanhua District over the past two years focusing on homelessness. YCU highlighted its experience using data science for local governance and introduced its internship programs partnered with prominent Japanese enterprises, including Nissan and Fujifilm. Moving forward, the two institutions plan to establish formal channels of communication through their international affairs offices, aiming to foster deeper cooperation in cross-border internships and local social practice.

Implemented by Office Of International Affairs
Date: 2026/09/07
Link: https://international.utaipei.edu.tw/p/406-1006-134630,r337.php?Lang=zh-tw