Jaushieh Joseph Wu
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Republic of China (Taiwan)
April 22, 2022
(As Delivered)
Good morning!
On behalf of the government of the Republic of China (Taiwan), it is an honor to confer the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon on Her Excellency Limasene Teatu, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Tuvalu. This award is granted in recognition of her invaluable contributions to strengthening bilateral relations.
Since our countries established diplomatic ties in 1979, our peoples have benefited immensely from our close friendship and mutually beneficial partnership. Bilateral exchanges were given a giant boost after Tuvalu set up an embassy in Taipei in 2013.
Ambassador Teatu is the second Tuvaluan Ambassador to Taipei. A seasoned public servant, she has served in many positions, including in the Office of the Prime Minister, and now as Ambassador to the Republic of China (Taiwan). Her outstanding work in advancing our bilateral ties is widely recognized and appreciated by the peoples of our countries.
Ambassador Teatu has been a faithful friend to Taiwan. Since her arrival in March 2017, she has tirelessly pursued the betterment of bilateral relations, and has become one of our most respected colleagues in the diplomatic community in Taipei.
Although this conferral of the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon to Ambassador Teatu also marks her imminent departure, I want to assure you, Ambassador, that our friendship will be everlasting. You are always welcome to visit us here in Taiwan, your home away from home, anytime you wish.
Once again, my heartfelt congratulations and deep appreciation to you, Ambassador. I wish you continued success and the best of health in the years to come! Thank you.