Taiwan and ASEAN member states have long fostered robust cooperation across multiple domains. Recognizing this vital relationship, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs commissioned the Chung-Hua Institution for Economic Research (CIER) to establish the “Taiwan ASEAN Studies Center” on October 1, 2009. As Taiwan's pioneering ASEAN-focused policy think tank, the center serves as a catalyst for regional research and facilitates domestic and international dialogue on ASEAN-related matters, while strengthening Taiwan's engagement with ASEAN countries. In response to evolving geopolitical dynamics and emerging trends, the center has broadened its research purview to encompass Indo-Pacific developments, addressing critical issues including trade, diplomacy, governance, labor practices, green transformation, supply chain resilience, and interdisciplinary studies.