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In order to encourage industrial research and innovation, Taiwan has taken the initiative to actively invite global companies and prestigious universities to set up research centers in Taiwan in order to promote Taiwan as an Asia-Pacific corporate R&D headquarters and its transition to an innovation-oriented country. According to the 2010 World Competitiveness Report published by the IMD located in Lausanne, Switzerland, Taiwan’s overall ranking leaped to eighth place in the world, and Taiwan’s performance in various indicators such as industrial and economic policies and infrastructure, have achieved remarkable results. Looking ahead, Taiwan’s main technological R&D policies will focus on strengthening talent training, promoting technological and cultural interaction and developing comprehensive legislation of science and technology, which contribute towards all round industrial development and thereby enhancing Taiwan’s sustainable competitiveness.