Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin and Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung co-hosted the "Taiwan Night: 2026 Smart City & City Net-Zero Expo" gala dinner on April 17 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. The event brought together central government ministers, city mayors, and senior officials overseeing smart city development from over 20 countries to exchange experiences and explore opportunities for cooperation on smart city innovation and net-zero transformation.
According to the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), this year's Expo centered on the vision of "AI-driven Dual Transformation of Digital and Green Technologies." By showcasing "AI CITIES," the event demonstrated the deep integration of AI and the Internet of Things (AIoT) in smart city applications, thereby facilitating the transition from automation to high-level autonomy in urban management. Under the theme of "Building a New Future Economy," the Expo featured dual thematic zones:
• The Net-Zero Zone: Focused on applications in diversified green energy and the circular economy.
• The AI Zone: Showcased cutting-edge technologies, including silicon photonics and quantum computing, which underscored Taiwan's overall technological prowess.
The MOEA noted that the 2026 Smart City & City Net-Zero Expo attracted leaders and representatives from 174 cities across 53 countries and regions, along with over 3,000 international professionals. International guests highly praised the exhibition. Many city representatives remarked that Taiwan's achievements in smart cities and digital technology were deeply impressive, particularly in AI applications, smart transportation, and urban governance, thereby providing valuable practical experience for others to emulate. The exchange platform set up by the Expo and "Taiwan Night" facilitated inter-city cooperation and technical exchange, with participants looking forward to deepening partnerships with Taiwan in smart city and net-zero sectors.
During the dinner, Minister Kung engaged with representatives from numerous countries, including the United Kingdom, Poland, and Ukraine. He commended the Taipei Computer Association for its years of dedication to organizing the Expo. Minister Kung emphasized that the event successfully combined Taiwan's industrial strengths in ICT hardware manufacturing and systems integration for collaboration with global partners so as to transform innovative technology into smart, low-carbon solutions.
For more details about the event, please visit the official website at https://smartcity.org.tw/