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Filipinos Experience Taiwan with Catriona Gray at Taiwan Excellence Pavilion

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From left: Ms. Marilou Walohan Ampuan (Al Hajj President/Founder/CEO, Universal Islamic Center, Inc.), Representative Wallace Minn-Gan Chow (Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines – TECO), Mr. James Huang (Incumbent Chairman, Taiwan External Trade Development Council — TAITRA), Catriona Gray, Mr. Wilson Tecson (Board of Directors, Manila Economic and Cultural Office – MECO), Mr. Simon Wang (President and CEO, President and CEO, TAITRA), Mr. Benedict M. Uy (Executive Director, Department of Trade and Industry – Foreign Trade Service Corps – DTI-FTSC)

Taiwan Expo 2025 opened its doors at the SMX Convention Center from September 17 to 19, showcasing Taiwan’s finest innovations through the much-anticipated Taiwan Excellence Pavilion. With the theme “Inspiring Tomorrow: Solutions for a Brighter Life,” the pavilion invited Filipinos to experience the future of smart living, sustainable technologies, and life-enhancing solutions.

Miss Universe 2018, Catriona Gray, saying hello to fans as she goes on a tour of the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion at Taiwan Expo 2025 in the Philippines, held at the SMX Convention Center.

One of the biggest highlights was the appearance of Miss Universe 2018, Catriona Gray, who delighted fans with a meet and greet and autograph signing session. Before greeting her supporters, she toured the pavilion with Taiwan Excellence’s Fu Bear mascot and joined the official launch press conference. “It is such an honor to be part of this celebration of innovation,” she said. “I hope Filipinos embrace the chance to explore Taiwan’s groundbreaking solutions and carry home the inspiration of a brighter tomorrow.”

The event gathered prominent leaders from Taiwan, including Mr. Simon Wang, President and CEO of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), and Ms. Josephine Shun, Director of the Economic Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines (TECO). Both emphasized Taiwan’s commitment to practical innovations that improve daily life while fostering collaboration with global partners.

Visitors were treated to live product presentations from leading Taiwanese brands such as Vinxper Life, Team Group, Zyxel Networks, and HEPTY. Organized under three categories—Comfortable Life, Smart City, and Greener Future—the exhibits covered a diverse range of industries including advanced medical devices, sustainable technologies, and smart fitness solutions.

Representatives of leading Taiwan brands and institutions posed for a group photo after presenting their products on the first day of the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion. From left to right: Mr. Joseph Aquino (Zyxel Networks), Mr. George Pascua (Team Group), Ms. Josephine Shun (Director of the Economic Division, TECO), Mr. Simon Wang (President and CEO, TAITRA), Ms. Jacqueline Hsiao (Vinxper Life), and Ms. Charge Lu (HEPTY).

Beyond the exhibits, the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion offered interactive activities, photo opportunities with Fu Bear, and special giveaways. Catriona Gray also joined the lively Gimme Five Parade, exploring the other booths at the Taiwan Expo and sharing the spirit of camaraderie with visitors.

Filipinos visiting the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion, currently in exhibition at Taiwan Expo 2025 in the Philippines, at the SMX Convention Center.

The Taiwan Excellence Pavilion’s three-day run underscored Taiwan’s vision of driving meaningful innovations and strengthening ties with the Philippines. For Filipinos, it was more than just an expo—it was a glimpse into how technology, creativity, and collaboration can shape a brighter future.

Written by Village Connect

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