Taipei Cycle and TaiSpo have officially begun. During the opening ceremony, James C. F. Huang linked wellness, innovation and Taiwan’s global role in one clear message.
The global cycling and sports industry gathered in Taipei in the morning of March 25 as Taipei Cycle 2026 and TaiSpo officially opened at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Bringing together 900 companies from around the world, the twin exhibitions once again position Taiwan at the center of a rapidly evolving global market and underline the island’s importance as a meeting point for manufacturing, innovation and international exchange.
In his opening remarks, James C. F. Huang, Chairman of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council, set the tone by highlighting the broader shift shaping both industries. “Around the world, people are integrating physical activity into their daily routines — cycling through their neighborhoods, training after work, or simply spending more time outdoors,” he noted. This transformation, he continued, reflects changing attitudes toward health, balance, and urban living.
Huang’s speech also underlined Taiwan’s role as a global connector. The island’s cycling and fitness industries, built on decades of manufacturing expertise and innovation, have evolved into a collaborative ecosystem. International attendance — spanning more than 80 countries — serves as tangible proof of that trust and interdependence. At the same time, the event emphasized the people behind the products. Designers, engineers, and entrepreneurs were described as the driving force of an industry that extends beyond equipment into lived experience — enabling mobility, recreation, and community worldwide.
Robert Wu, Chairman of the Taiwan Bicycle Association, added an industry perspective and placed cycling in a wider political and environmental context. “There are three main areas which are health, environment and transportation,” he said, referring to a recent cycling declaration submitted to the government. Wu also connected the bicycle industry’s present challenges and opportunities with a broader sense of responsibility, reminding the audience: “We do have only one earth.”
Further speakers included Mike Hwang, Honorary President of TGSA, and Dr. Huang Chi-Huang, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Sports, which was founded just six months ago. In his remarks, Dr. Huang stressed the societal value of physical activity and the role of the sports sector in improving everyday life. His message: “Medicine can cure your illness, but only exercise can enhance your physical function and help you enjoy a better quality of life.” With that, Taipei Cycle and TaiSpo 2026 were officially underway.