National Institute for Compilation and Translation

The National Institute for Compilation and Translation (NICT; Chinese: 國立編譯館; pinyin: Guólì Biānyì Guǎn) is the highest translation agency in the Republic of China. It is in charge of translating academic and cultural texts, as well as textbooks.[1] It was established on 14 June 1932, in Nanking, under the Ministry of Education.[2] In June 1949, the Institute followed the ROC in its relocation to the island of Taiwan, and is currently located in Taipei's Daan District.

National Institute for Compilation and Translation
國立編譯館
Guólì Biānyì Guǎn
Agency overview
Formed14 June 1932 (in Nanking)
June 1949 (in Taiwan)
HeadquartersDaan, Taipei, Taiwan
Parent agencyMinistry of Education

Among its other duties, the Institute publishes textbooks considered essential for the Taiwanese college entrance exam. In addition, before private Taiwanese companies were allowed to publish textbooks, the Institute was the sole supplier of textbooks for Taiwanese elementary and secondary schools.

References
  1. http://www.nict.gov.tw/en/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=109&Itemid=100
  2. http://www.nict.gov.tw/en/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=111&Itemid=101

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