National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (Taiwan Tech) held an honorary doctorate conferral ceremony on May 7, awarding President Santiago Peña Palacios of the Republic of Paraguay an Honorary Doctorate of Management. The event was attended and witnessed by high-ranking officials from both nations, including Taiwan Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao and Minister of Education Ying-yao Cheng.

Dean Yu-Chung Tsao of the School of Management formally read the honorary degree citation during the ceremony, highlighting President Peña’s distinguished professional achievements in the fields of finance and economics. Having previously served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of Paraguay and as the Minister of Finance, President Peña’s exceptional leadership in public administration and management has earned significant academic recognition.

In his address, President Peña expressed his sincere gratitude to Taiwan Tech for its pivotal contributions to the Taiwan-Paraguay Polytechnic University (UPTP) project. He emphasized that this initiative transcends academic exchange, representing a vital investment in Paraguay’s future competitiveness. Currently, more than one hundred Paraguayan students are enrolled at Taiwan Tech. The School of Management remains committed to its role in international talent cultivation and the continued deepening of educational cooperation between Taiwan and Paraguay. 
 

Group photo from the Honorary Doctorate Conferral Ceremony for President Santiago Peña.

Dean Yu-Chung Tsao of the School of Management reading the honorary degree citation for President Santiago Peña.

(Ref: https://www.ntust.edu.tw/p/406-1000-147446,r167.php?Lang=zh-tw)