Taiwan–Hong Kong Economic and Cultural Co-operation Council

25°02′33″N 121°31′11″E / 25.04250°N 121.51972°E / 25.04250; 121.51972

Websitewww.thec.org.tw (in Chinese)

The Taiwan–Hong Kong Economic and Cultural Co-operation Council (THEC; Chinese: 財團法人臺港經濟文化合作策進會; pinyin: Cáituán Fǎrén Tái–Gǎng Jīngjì Wénhuà Hézuò Cèjìn Huì)^[3] represents the Government of Taiwan in talks with Hong Kong, through its counterpart the Hong Kong–Taiwan Economic and Cultural Co-operation and Promotion Council (ECCPC).^[4]

The THEC was set up in May 2010 in a symbiotic relationship with the Hong Kong ECCPC, similar to that between bodies representing Taiwan and mainland China in cross-strait talks, under a slightly hands-off approach that is often known as the "white glove" policy. The two councils, both with participation by high-ranking ministers, are incorporated as legal entities but will be authorised by the two governments to sign pacts.

The two bodies were established against a background of strengthened Hong Kong-Taiwan links and trade, which match improved China-Taiwan relations.

The THEC has two major committees, one on cultural and one on economic co-operation. This reflects Taiwan's broadbrush approach to its relationship with Hong Kong, and contrasts with the narrower business focus of the Hong Kong side.

Chairpersons

• Lin Chen-kuo (May 2010 – 15 April 2013)
• Johnnason Liu (16 April 2013 – August 2014)
• Lin Chu-chia (August 2014 –)

Transportation

The council is accessible within walking distance South West of Shandao Temple Station of the Taipei Metro.

See also

• Political status of Taiwan
• Hong Kong–Taiwan Economic and Cultural Co-operation and Promotion Council
• Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement
• Republic of China diplomatic missions
• Diplomatic missions in Hong Kong
• Hong Kong Economic, Trade and Cultural Office

References

External links

• Taiwan–Hong Kong Economic and Cultural Co-operation Council

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