Nowadays ocean affairs are becoming increasingly diverse, interdisciplinary knowledge is urgently needed while dealing with complicated issues. The Ocean Affairs Council (OAC) and the National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding cultivating future talents and strengthening bilateral relations on July 8, 2020.

OAC Minister Lee Chung-Wei addressed that OAC has actively engaged in various ocean-related issues since its establishment in April 2018. It marks an important milestone for both sides to sign the MOU and work together to achieve ecological sustainability, maritime security, and industrial prosperity.

Furthermore, “This MOU is only meant as a starting point for our strategic partnership. The practice-based projects will be conducted jointly in the near future,” Minister Lee added.