Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Taiwan engages in gastrodiplomacy!

Winning the hearts and minds through stomachs! Bon appetit! 吃好喝好

As they say make culinary love not war!

"China’s continual efforts to squeeze Taiwan out of the international community limit Taiwan’s options for connecting with the outside world through traditional diplomatic channels. Not only does this undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty, but the resulting diplomatic isolation has also created a general lack of awareness regarding Taiwan around the globe. One of the most valuable cultural assets that Taiwan could utilize to gain more global awareness—as well as to distinguish itself from China—is its vast culinary tradition. Gastrodiplomacy ... describes as “the act of winning hearts and minds through stomachs,” presents an invaluable opportunity for Taiwan to enhance its nation branding by connecting foreign audiences with its diverse cuisine.  ..."

Taiwanese Identity and Culinary Diplomacy: Moving from Dim Sum Diplomacy to Made in Taiwan | Global Taiwan Institute

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