Test Rite

international trade and development

taipei, taiwan, taiwan

As a Globally Integrated Enterprise with almost 40 years of experience in export trading, we supply quality and valuable products to renowned retailers worldwide, such as Walmart, Sam’s Club, Target, Staples, Office Depot, Carrefour, Aldi, and Metro, to name a few. We also have a presence in the retail market in Taiwan and China through our own brands TLW, HOLA, HOLA CASA, and HOLA Petite. Today, we are an omni-channel and large-scale corporation covering trading, retail, e-commerce, product design, as well as manufacturing and construction, with multiple offices across more than 10 countries worldwide. Since inception in 1978, we have endeavored to build long-term partnerships with retailers and manufacturers around the world based on a foundation of integrity. Our network of partners spans a variety of industries across the globe. Built on mutual trust, we support one another and succeed together. We strive to stay a step ahead of the curve, envisioning the future of quality products and services that will satisfy customer demands. In 1992, we entered the market in China and set up our trading business headquartered in Shanghai. Our presence allows us to leverage the abundant resources of China’s manufacturing industry and to develop the agency business to serve internationally renowned brands. Meanwhile, our retail business, which specializes in home-related products, debuted in China in 2004 with HOLA (China) setting up shop in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, among others. Integrity, accountability, humility, customer focus, and exceptional performance form the pillars of Test Rite Group’s core values and culture. We are always cognizant of the role that we play in building people’s homes ― they trust us in turning their house into a home. And together we are inspired to build a better tomorrow.

TAITRA Global (Taiwan External Trade Development Council)

international trade and development

xinyi district, taipei, taiwan

TAITRA is Taiwan's foremost nonprofit trade promoting organization. Sponsored by the government and industry organizations, TAITRA assists enterprises to expand their global reach. Headquartered in Taipei, TAITRA has a team of 1,300 specialists and operates 5 local offices in Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, Tainan and Kaohsiung as well as 63 branches worldwide. Together with Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC) and Taiwan Trade Center (TTC), TAITRA has formed a global network dedicated to promoting world trade. Core Missions To assist Taiwanese businesses in developing international market. To collaborate closely with Taiwanese government in trade policy implementation. To provide business consultation service and connect international firms with Taiwanese partners. To assume the role of “Smart Integrator” - complement government policies, facilitate industry needs and develop new business opportunities around the world. Main Services Global Marketing Taiwan Industry Enhancement Project Promoting the Service Sector Market Research and Publication Digital and E-commerce Marketing Gaining Trade Insights with Trade Data Analytics International Trade Institute Taiwan International Trade Shows Exhibition and Convention Venues External Relations

International Cooperation and Development Fund (Taiwan ICDF)

international trade and development

t'aipei, taipei, taiwan

The International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) is dedicated to boosting socio-economic development, enhancing human resources and promoting economic relations in a range of developing partner countries. We also offer humanitarian assistance and provide aid in the event of natural disasters or international refugee crises. To carry out our mission, we offer a range of assistance that centers on four core operations: lending and investment, technical cooperation, humanitarian assistance, and international education and training. Our Fund is used to make direct or indirect investments and to finance lending and credit guarantee operations. Revenues generated by the Fund are used to support our bilateral or multilateral technical cooperation projects, humanitarian assistance operations and education and training. Every new project from the TaiwanICDF proceeds according to a rigorous project cycle and is backed by mutual covenants signed in cooperation with relevant stakeholders. Our projects are designed to address the strategic development goals of each of our partner countries, pay due consideration to associated regional trends, and maximize results by employing the right combination of capital and technical cooperation. Ultimately, our work is tailor-made to the local needs of each partner country. Our assistance covers a variety of contemporary development issues such as environmental protection, public health, agriculture, education and information and communications technology. The TaiwanICDF is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan. As of December 31, 2012, we have 104 domestic employees and 176 staff working at overseas missions.