TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Keelung City Government convened industry, government, and academic leaders Wednesday (Dec. 11) to discuss transforming the harbor area and advancing marine conservation initiatives. The forum aimed to transition Keelung into a blue ocean economy city while spurring green innovation. Officials emphasized sustainable development as a core priority for the port city's future transformation.
Mayor George Hsieh (謝國樑) highlighted Keelung's whale and dolphin rescue station in Badouzi District (八斗子), noting its status as Taiwan's largest and most professional marine mammal rescue center with a rescue rate exceeding 60 percent. Hsieh emphasized clean city initiatives and proposed additional policies to advance sustainable urban development.
Keelung's harbor development plans include themed hotels, yacht marinas, large shopping centers, and amusement parks while maintaining sustainability commitments. The forum explored the city's marine vision, focusing on adapting the harbor area to achieve net-zero emissions. Officials emphasized balancing commercial development with environmental responsibility.
The city government invited hundreds of industry, government, and academic experts to discuss future directions for harbor transformation initiatives. Speakers addressed ongoing projects including efforts to restore local coral species in Keelung waters. Participants aimed to leverage institutional and technological innovations to drive urban transformation. ◼