Taiwan Creative Content Fest embarks on a new era with MediaCorp collaboration
The opening day of the Taiwan Creative Content Fest marked a significant milestone with the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) and Singapore’s public broadcast group, MediaCorp. This collaboration aims to enhance co-productions, improve skills training, and elevate the quality of content to meet international standards.
Prominent figures at the signing
Homme Tsai, the chair of TAICCA, and Virginia Lim, MediaCorp’s chief content officer, were the notable signatories. Both leaders expressed their enthusiasm for the agreement, emphasizing its potential to drive forward the film and TV industries in both countries.
Key goals of the agreement
The speakers outlined several ambitious objectives for the partnership:
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Co-production facilitation: By working together, Taiwan and Singapore aim to produce high-quality films and TV shows that can compete globally.
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Skills training programs: There will be a concerted effort to exchange production and management skills between the two nations, enhancing the capabilities of creative professionals.
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Content expansion: The partnership aspires to increase the volume of content that meets the rigorous standards required for international distribution.
Expanding horizons for Taiwanese professionals
Tsai highlighted the importance of this collaboration in providing opportunities for Taiwanese companies to send their production and management staff to Singapore for advanced training. This initiative is expected to enhance the expertise and proficiency of Taiwanese professionals in the creative content industry.
On the other hand, Lim emphasized the potential for expanding the cooperation scope between production and creative talent from both countries, envisioning a future of enriched and diverse collaborations.
A vibrant start to the festival
The collaborative spirit was a defining feature of the festival’s first day. The event hosted 101 exhibitor booths and welcomed over 300 international professionals, including media and buyers from 30 countries. This turnout underscored the festival’s importance as a global hub for the creative content industry.
Notable attendees
Several other distinguished officials graced the event’s opening, contributing to its prestigious atmosphere. These included:
- Franck Paris, Director of the French Office in Taipei
- Fernando Schmidt, General Directorate of Export Promotion at the Chilean Trade Office Taiwan
- Naimatul Farah Haji Isa, Deputy Director of Tourism at the Malaysian Friendship and Trade Centre, Taipei
- Philippe Tzou, Trade & Investment Commissioner for the Regions of Wallonia and Brussels-Capital at the Belgian Office Taipei
- Muramoto Chiaki, Secretary General of the Cultural Affairs and Public Relations Department from the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, Taipei Office
- Anthony Rivera, Director for Commercial Affairs Section at the Manila Economic and Cultural Office
New venue, new chapter
Tsai also took the opportunity to announce that the Taiwan Creative Content Fest had moved to the Nangang Exhibition Center, marking “a new chapter” in the event’s history. This shift to a more industry-focused and commercially viable venue reflects the festival’s growth and its increasing significance in the global creative content landscape.
Previously held at the Songshan Creative and Cultural Park, the new location is expected to accommodate the event’s expanding scale and ambitions. Tsai expressed hope that the private sector’s involvement and industry participation would make TAICCA’s investments more impactful, aligning with the evolving needs of Taiwanese creative content.
Embracing innovation and growth
The Taiwan Creative Content Fest, underscored by this groundbreaking agreement with MediaCorp, is set to drive significant advancements in the film and TV sectors. The partnership is poised to foster innovation, expand professional skill sets, and produce content that resonates with global audiences.
As the festival continues to unfold, it promises to be a fertile ground for new ideas, partnerships, and creative endeavors, signaling a bright future for both Taiwan and Singapore in the world of creative content.
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