Taipei City Mayor Presents 30th Anniversary Commemorative Plaque to Dallas Mayor Pro Tem, Marking a New Chapter in Bilateral Collaboration in AI and Sustainability Between Taipei City and Dallas
Publish Date：2026-03-19Last Updated：2026-04-09
The meeting was marked by a warm and lively atmosphere. Upon learning that Mayor Chiang is a fan of the Dallas Mavericks, Mayor Pro Tem Moreno presented him with an official Mavericks cap as a commemorative gift. This gesture demonstrated that the close ties between the two cities extend beyond political and economic collaboration to include shared interests in culture and sports.
During the meeting, Mayor Chiang observed that the Comprehensive Environmental and Climate Action Plan and Responsible AI Integration initiative presented by Mayor Pro Tem Moreno at the forum earlier that morning (March 19th) were closely aligned with Taipei’s initiatives promoting an AI-driven smart city and its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. He noted that both cities share a consistent vision with regard to technological governance.
Mayor Pro Tem Moreno stated that direct flights between Taiwan and Dallas have been established, and that this “air bridge” has significantly enhanced the connections between the two locations. He emphasized that Dallas is a highly livable city characterized by low tax rates, a safe residential environment, and strong economic vitality. The city is particularly attractive to young people and offers abundant opportunities for development.
Before the conclusion of the meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Moreno formally extended an invitation to Mayor Chiang to visit Dallas, expressing his hope for Mayor Chiang to experience the city’s vitality and potential. Mayor Chiang conveyed his appreciation and expressed his expectation that the two cities will pursue more comprehensive and substantive cooperation in the future to extend their 30-year friendship.