Opened in the summer of 2011,
and within a very short while, Chabad Taiwan had become the center of Jewish life in Taiwan, thus naming itself -Taipei Jewish Center.
A country of 24 million, Taiwan, enjoys a population of about 1000 Jewish residents.
Diplomats, expats, teachers and students are a part of the small community, each with their own background and affiliation. In addition, hundreds of Jewish travelers, mainly businessmen visit Taiwan during the year.