On May 20th, 2025, La French Tech Taiwan brought together key players from the French and Taiwanese innovation ecosystems for its flagship event, French Tech Night, held alongside COMPUTEX/InnoVEX. More than 100 participants—entrepreneurs, innovators, and decision-makers—gathered to explore new pathways for cross-border collaboration and investment.
Opening remarks
The evening opened with inspiring speeches from:
- Franck Paris – Director of the French Office in Taipei
- Guillaume Kasbarian – Member of the French National Assembly and former minister
- Ching-Hua Lin – Co-President of La French Tech Taiwan
They emphasized the strategic importance of the France–Taiwan tech partnership, highlighting shared values and a commitment to innovation. As one speaker noted:
“France is not only luxury, but also invention, innovation, and cutting-edge technology.”
High-Level Policy Panel
Moderated by Cerise Phiv, Co-President of FTT, the panel featured:
- Magali Cesana, Head of Bilateral Affairs & International Business Development at the French Treasury, who introduced France’s new “Call for AI Projects”
- Pascal Faure, Director General of INPI, who outlined a new fast-track patent process and announced a forthcoming Letter of Intent to boost bilateral IP cooperation
👉 One major announcement: Thales, Radiall, and Foxconn are in early discussions to establish a €250 million outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility in France—potentially producing over 100 million units annually. This would mark a major step forward in France–Taiwan industrial collaboration (source: Reuters).
Startup Pitches
Introduced by François Cotier, Country Director of Business France Taiwan, five cutting-edge French startups presented their innovations:
- AMI – Advanced Magnetic Interaction
- Dracula Technologies
- ITEN – Solid-State Batteries
- LESON by Music Unit
- Nanomade
From ambient-light energy harvesting to next-gen immersive audio, these pitches showcased the vibrancy and compatibility of both countries’ tech ecosystems.
Networking
The evening concluded with premium networking over drinks and hors d’oeuvres—proof that meaningful connections are at the heart of innovation.
Thank You
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, pitched, spoke, and supported this event. Your presence made the evening a true success—and a powerful reminder that international tech cooperation starts with personal connection.
Key Takeaways
- Policy Alignment: France and Taiwan are actively working to streamline tech and IP collaboration.
- Industrial Partnerships: Major industry players are exploring joint ventures, notably in semiconductors.
- Innovation Synergy: Startups from both countries offer complementary strengths—from hardware to clean tech.
- Ongoing Momentum: With initiatives like the French “Call for AI Projects,” the potential for deeper France–Taiwan tech collaboration is growing rapidly.
What’s Next?
In his closing remarks, Jonathan Drubay, Vice-President of La French Tech Taiwan, reaffirmed France’s open and collaborative tech environment, expressing confidence in co-developing solutions with Taiwan across semiconductors, AI, and green tech.
📍 Next stop: French Tech Taiwan in Kaohsiung: Friday, May 23rd, 2025!
Credit photo: Hubert Killian