Taiwan Considers First National Plant-Based Diet Action Plan

Taiwan is considering creating its first national plant-based diet policy following a meeting convened by the Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Department of Commerce. Officials from various ministries and NGOs discussed a coordinated plan based on recommendations from the 2025 National NGO Environmental Conference. This plan aims to integrate production, research, sales, exports, and education into a single strategy inspired by Denmark's approach to plant-based diets.

The government acknowledged existing plant-based programs but noted a lack of coordination needed for international competitiveness. Specific issues discussed included the need for a national framework, agricultural barriers, education and health measures, and the economic potential of Taiwan's plant-based food sector. While a final framework was not approved, there was agreement on the urgency of moving towards a national plant-based diet action plan due to its potential benefits for the environment, public health, and economic development.