Taiwan Symposium

Deterrence, Partnership, and the Future of the Indo-Pacific

Join the University of North Georgia as top strategic minds from the United States and Taiwan convene to examine the shifting geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific.

Our symposium unites leaders across government, defense, industry, and academia for an in-depth look at Taiwan’s evolving security framework. 

Who should attend?

  • Academia: Faculty, staff, researchers, and students
  • Public Sector: Military, defense, and policy professionals
  • Private Sector: Business, tech, and civic leaders 

Registration Form

Hosts: UNG, College of Arts & Letter in collaboration with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Atlanta.

Date: October 20, 2026

When: 9 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Location: Dahlonega Campus, Wynne Mathews Military Science Center

Contact: Chris Cook, USA LTC (Ret)

What to Expect

Panel 1: Securing Taiwan

Examine how Taiwan, the U.S., and regional allies can bolster deterrence and defend against escalating PRC coercion and cross-strait aggression.

Panel 2: Winning Without Fighting

Discover how cyber resilience, economic statecraft, and civil preparedness can safeguard Taiwan beyond conventional military force.

Panel 3: Future of U.S.–Taiwan Cooperation

Unpack practical strategies to integrate policy, fortify democratic institutions, and shield the U.S.–Taiwan partnership from geopolitical subversion.

More details will be added as announced

Sponsored in Partnership with TECO Atlanta