On Aug. 4, 2025, the Maritime and Port Bureau, MOTC (hereinafter abbreviated as “the MPB”), in collaboration with the Taiwan International Ports Corp., Ltd. (TIPC) and the Coast Guard Administration, Ocean Affairs Council (hereinafter abbreviated as “the CGA”), held the Navigating Together for Green Integrity and Sustainability: 2025 Symposium on Green Energy Enterprises at the GIS Convention Center. The event, guided by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) and the Agency Against Corruption, Ministry of Justice (hereinafter abbreviated as “the AAC”), brought together more than 100 representatives from the shipping industry, government, and academic sectors including shipping companies, ship agencies, offshore wind power firms, maritime technology organizations, and public associations to discuss how public–private collaboration can advance Taiwan’s offshore wind power industry in areas such as navigation safety, occupational safety, integrity governance, and whistleblower protection.
The symposium was chaired by MPB Director General Hieh-lung Yeh. Distinguished guests included MOTC Administrative Deputy Minister Kuo-hsian Lin and Department of Civil Service Ethics Director Yung-fu Wang, AAC Chief Secretary Chih-yuan Sun, TIPC Chairman Hsien-yi Lee, CGA Deputy Director-General Ching-chih Hsu, Deputy Director-General Wen-jinn Lee of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Ministry of Labor (hereinafter abbreviated as “OSHA”), Transparency International Taiwan Chairman Yi-chang Yeh, and CDWE Chairman Kuo-cheng Tseng. Together, they held the opening ceremony, symbolizing the themes of “navigating together,” “green integrity and sustainability,” “protecting offshore wind farms,” “corporate integrity,” and “whistleblower protection.”
Administrative Deputy Minister Lin stated that although offshore wind power is a new industry in Taiwan, it has been built on the mutual trust between the government and industry. The government fulfills its duty by proactively disclosing information to support industrial development, whereas the industry trusts that the information provided is consistent and fair. This trust has enabled successful industrial transformation. Also, offshore wind power has not only withstood the challenges of typhoons but also become the backbone of Taiwan’s energy transition. These achievements are the result of the mutual trust between the government and the industry, the implementation of clean governance, the transparent disclosure of government information, and the focus on public safety. AAC Chief Secretary Sun noted that, according to Transparency International Taiwan’s 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, Taiwan achieved its best-ever ranking of 25th worldwide—an outcome of joint efforts by both the public and private sectors. He stressed that in the development of green energy industries, clean governance is the cornerstone for sustainable operations. Emphasizing information disclosure, administrative transparency, and external supervision creates a win-win situation for both the nation and enterprises.
MPB Director-General Yeh emphasized in his remarks that Taiwan is fully committed to achieving the goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, with offshore wind power serving as a key strategic pillar of the nation’s energy transition. Offshore wind power is not only central to ensuring national energy security but also serves as a testing ground for corporate integrity and social responsibility. Therefore, the symposium selected offshore wind power as its core theme for in-depth dialogues and exchanges with related industries and academic circles. He further indicated that corporate integrity is fundamental to offshore wind safety governance. Throughout the process of offshore wind power development—ranging from construction and operations to environmental protection, quality assurance, and transparent, compliant supply chains—every stage is built upon the foundation of integrity. Internationally, the implementation of integrity measures in the wind power industry, particularly regarding anti-corruption, whistleblower protection, and supply chain compliance, has become a critical standard for assessing whether offshore wind projects can earn investment and societal trust.
In his remarks, TIPC Chairman Lee remarked that, in the face of global climate change and Taiwan’s “2050 Net-Zero” policy, the TIPC will continue to advance port software and hardware infrastructure as well as smart port development. The goal is to create modern, low-carbon port facilities that lead Taiwan’s port clusters into a new era of sustainability. CGA Deputy Director-General Hsu elaborated that the CGA bears the crucial responsibility of safeguarding maritime security, combating illegal activities, and protecting national borders. In this era of transition, the CGA will actively participate in integrity governance and risk prevention in ports, thereby adding an additional layer of integrity assurance to maritime law enforcement.
The symposium featured two keynote speeches: OSHA Deputy Director-General Lee presented “Safeguarding Offshore Wind Farms: Occupational Safety Reporting and Disaster Risk Management Practices”; and AAC Deputy Department Head Kun-lin Lee introduced the Public Interest Whistleblower Protection Act, which came into effect on July 22, 2025. In addition, a best-practice case was shared by CDWE Chairman Tseng, who delivered a talk titled “Sailing Toward Sustainability: Practical Challenges in Corporate Governance.” The event concluded with a panel discussion on “Integrity Governance, Safe Voyages: How Corporate Governance Mechanisms Can Strengthen Navigation Management Efficiency.” The discussion generated enthusiastic exchanges among the participants.
Finally, the MPB emphasized that, as the authority overseeing maritime affairs, it is also a trusted governance partner of the offshore wind industry. Going forward, the MPB will continue to advance corporate integrity and regulatory compliance, laying a steadier, safer, and more sustainable course for the nation’s green energy development.
Contact person:
Yi-ting Hsieh, Civil Service Ethics Office
Tel: 02-89788348
