“双城论坛”周末在沪举行 各方期待为两岸机制化交流提供新动能

Group 1 - The "Twin Cities Forum" has become an important platform for inter-city exchanges between Shanghai and Taipei, continuing for 15 years despite political changes, focusing on enhancing citizen welfare and fostering a sense of community [1][2] - The forum has facilitated numerous exchanges and collaborations, resulting in 47 signed memorandums of cooperation, benefiting both cities in areas such as urban governance, healthcare, and waste management [2][4] - The upcoming forum will focus on "Technology Changing Life," aiming to share experiences in healthcare, transportation, and elderly care, leveraging Shanghai's advancements in AI and Taipei's expertise in community health management [4][5] Group 2 - The economic integration between Shanghai and Taiwan is evident, with over 20,000 Taiwanese enterprises established in Shanghai, attracting a total contracted investment of approximately 473.86 billion USD [6] - The forum is seen as a crucial mechanism for long-term investment and project implementation, with Taiwanese businesses viewing Shanghai as a strategic choice for future growth [6] - There is a strong emphasis on involving the youth in future forums, promoting inter-school exchanges and entrepreneurial collaborations to strengthen ties between the two regions [7]