Czech Republic–Taiwan: A Partnership That Goes Beyond Trade

Alongside its strong cooperation with partners across the European Union, the Czech Republic is also developing above-standard relations with Taiwan, particularly in investment, research, and semiconductor technologies. In recent years, this relationship has been evolving from traditional trade into a deeper technological partnership.

According to CzechInvest’s FDI Report 2025, Taiwan ranks among active investors in the Czech Republic, with project activity steadily increasing since the establishment of its local representation in 2024. Alongside traditional partners such as the United States and Germany, Taiwan is emerging as a growing source of technology-driven investment.
One example is the entry of C-TECH United Corporation, a global player in lithium-ion and lithium-polymer battery modules, confirming the rising confidence of Asian technology companies in the Czech innovation environment. The Czech Republic benefits from a combination of strong technical education, industrial tradition, and integration into European markets, making it an attractive destination for high value-added projects.

Semiconductors as a Strategic Pillar

A key pillar of Czech–Taiwanese cooperation is the semiconductor sector. The Czech Republic is building an ecosystem that spans education, research, and integration into European initiatives, with Taiwan acting as an important technological partner in this process.

Brno University of Technology, for example, has more than 30 years of experience across the entire semiconductor value chain, from chip design and testing to real-world applications. New study programmes focused on chip design and modern semiconductor technologies reflect growing industry demand and strengthen the pipeline of skilled professionals. At the same time, the university is involved in concrete research projects in cooperation with partners from both the European Union and Taiwan.

Joint Centres and Supply Chain Research

New research initiatives also play a significant role. The Supply Chain Resilience Centre, a joint project of Charles University and National Chengchi University in Taiwan, focuses on the resilience of semiconductor supply chains. Its research addresses not only chip production, but also workforce availability, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability.

This initiative is complemented by projects such as the Advanced Chips Design Research Center, which connects Czech universities with Taiwanese research institutions, as well as the establishment of a semiconductor academy at the Czech Technical University in Prague in cooperation with Taiwan’s TSRI institute. These initiatives strengthen applied research, knowledge exchange, and the transfer of expertise between academia and industry.

Education as the Foundationof Future Competitiveness

Beyond research, the partnership is strongly anchored in education. The Taiwan-Europe Semiconductor Scholarship Program enables Czech students to study directly in Taiwan, with full financial support. Its goal is to develop a new generation of professionals capable of operating in the global semiconductor industry.

At the same time, practical tools are being developed for investors, including legal and regulatory guidelines that help Taiwanese companies navigate the Czech and European business environment. This demonstrates that the cooperation is not purely academic, but has a direct impact on real investment and industrial projects.

Beyond semiconductor-focused initiatives, broader academic ties between Czech and Taiwanese institutions are also gaining momentum. National Taiwan Normal University lists several Czech partner institutions, including Charles University, Masaryk University, Brno University of Technology, Palacký University Olomouc, and the Oriental Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences.

Trade Structure Confirms the Technological Focus

Trade data for 2025 also underlines the technological character of Czech–Taiwanese economic ties. Imports from Taiwan to the Czech Republic are heavily concentrated in machinery, electronics, and data-processing equipment, confirming Taiwan’s position as a high-tech partner rather than a low-cost manufacturing base.

Czech exports to Taiwan show a similarly industrial profile. In 2025, machinery and transport equipment dominated, accounting for more than CZK 5.5 billion, followed by industrial goods and materials. This points to a complementary trade relationship, in which Taiwan supplies advanced electronics while the Czech Republic exports industrial technologies and manufacturing expertise.