The Hon. Robyn Cahill, Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations (NT), Media Release, 19 May 2026

As part of the Finocchiaro CLP Government’s year of Growth, Certainty and Security, Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations Robyn Cahill is leading a targeted government delegation to Taiwan this week, advancing the Territory’s position as a trusted and competitive partner for one of our most important trading partners.

Part of the Government’s long-term proactive investor engagement program, the delegation comes at a pivotal moment as the world seeks to diversify and strengthen trade partnerships across the region.

“The nations that move quickly to build strong, trusted partnerships will be the ones that come out ahead – and the Northern Territory is ready to be that partner for Taiwan,” Ms Cahill said.

“We have the energy, the minerals, the land and the proximity to Asia that our partners are looking for. This delegation is about showing Taiwan’s investors that the Territory is not just open for business – we are the opportunity they have been looking for”.

The Territory holds significant reserves of lithium, rare earths, graphite, copper and cobalt essential for electric vehicles, battery technology, and advanced manufacturing. The Beetaloo Sub-basin represents one of Australia’s most significant long-life domestic gas resources, offering opportunities across exploration, development, and long-term LNG offtake arrangements. The Territory’s proximity to Asia and access to international subsea cable routes further strengthen its attractiveness for AI-ready data centres.

The delegation includes targeted meetings with businesses and investors with interests in data centres, advanced manufacturing, and LNG, as well as government-to-government engagements and industry councils.

The estimated costs for the Minister are $9,100 with final costs to be reported after the trip in line with standard reporting processes.