March 28, 2026
No. 117
Following the Australia-Germany defense ministers’ meeting on March 26, the two countries issued a joint statement emphasizing the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposing unilateral actions that alter the status quo. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes and affirms this statement.
Taiwan, Australia, and Germany are like-minded countries that share the common values of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. The joint statement once again demonstrates that maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, the South China Sea, and the Indo-Pacific region has become an international consensus. Taiwan will continue to work with like-minded countries to safeguard the rules-based international order and jointly promote democracy, peace, and prosperity in the region. (E)
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On March 26, the European Parliament adopted a resolution on the report Global Gateway-past impacts and future orientation. The report calls on the European Union to strengthen cooperation with like-minded partners including Taiwan to construct a resilient web of trusted connectivity. It further emphasizes that the Global Gateway strategy is an alternative to China’s Belt and Road initiative and if properly applied could restore the EU’s industrial competitiveness and counterbalance China’s growing influence.
As authoritarian countries continue to expand their influence through opaque financing and infrastructure initiatives, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to deepen collaboration with the European Union and other like-minded partners under the banner of integrated diplomacy. This will allow for the joint promotion of modes of cooperation that are in keeping with democratic values. This will promote regional development and prosperity and further strengthen the security and resilience of global democratic partnerships.
March 27, 2026
High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union Kaja Kallas and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Toshimitsu Motegi jointly held the third EU-Japan Strategic Dialogue in France on March 26. During the talks, the two sides reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. They also expressed strong opposition to any unilateral attempts in the East China Sea and South China Sea aimed at changing the status quo by force or coercion, as well as to increased tensions that could undermine regional stability and the international rules-based order.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung welcomes and appreciates the fact that the European Union, the Group of Seven, and other like-minded partners continue to express concern over peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that Taiwan will continue to work with all democratic partners to jointly defend the international rules-based order and staunchly safeguard peace, stability, prosperity, and development across the Taiwan Strait and throughout the Indo-Pacific.
March 27, 2026
No. 116
In response to host country Cameroon’s demeaning designation that compelled Taiwan to be absent from the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO), members of the United States Congress from across the political spectrum and legislators from other nations have publicly spoken up for Taiwan’s international participation. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung expresses his sincere appreciation for these expressions of support.
Cochair of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus Mario Díaz-Balart posted on X on March 23 that it was concerning that Cameroon prioritized China’s foreign policy machinations by undermining Taiwan’s status as a separate customs territory at the WTO. He noted that this was yet another example of Beijing’s coercive tactics to deny Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations and that this had set a dangerous precedent. He then added that Taiwan was a vital economic and security partner of many countries, including the United States, and affirmed that the United States would continue to advocate for Taiwan’s international participation.
Separately, House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Ro Khanna issued a joint statement on March 25. The statement stressed that Cameroon’s decision to exclude Taiwan from the 14th WTO Ministerial Conference was another troubling example of China’s continued efforts to manipulate multilateral institutions.
They went on to state that Taiwan was a key trading partner of the United States and many countries around the world and that Taiwan’s forced absence from the WTO’s highest decision-making forum for the first time since its accession in 2001 would hamper WTO members’ collective ability to address challenges and chart the future of global trade. They emphasized that Taiwan was a full WTO member and that WTO conference host nations had a long-standing practice of recognizing Taiwan as a separate customs territory.
The statement further underscored that this was not an isolated incident but rather part of Beijing’s continued campaign to exert undue influence over international bodies and marginalize Taiwan. It said that the United States would continue to work with Taiwan and that Taiwan was a model democracy and an economic and technological powerhouse. It called on the WTO to stand up to China’s bullying and facilitate Taiwan’s participation in this Ministerial Conference.
Meanwhile, Eric Bothorel, former Chair of the French National Assembly’s Taiwan Friendship Group, shared related media coverage from Le Figaro and declared that Taiwan was not a province of China in a March 24 post on X.
Minister Lin Chia-lung expresses sincere appreciation for the support and advocacy of international partners. Taiwan will continue to work closely with like-minded WTO members to staunchly safeguard its rights and dignity. (E)
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No. 115
The 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is scheduled to take place on March 26 in the Republic of Cameroon. As the host country, Cameroon applied a disparaging nationality designation to visas for the Taiwan delegation that wrongly implied Taiwan’s subordination to another WTO member. This constituted a blatant violation of relevant WTO regulations and a departure from the long-standing practice of previous host countries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on March 20 lodged a formal protest and expressed to Cameroon and the WTO Secretariat its strong condemnation regarding this unacceptable political manipulation.
Only after Taiwan had lodged a formal protest did Cameroon begin to address Taiwan’s inherent right to participate under its proper designation and with full dignity. Cameroon proposed a visa exemption arrangement for the Taiwan delegation as a remedial measure, highlighting the reasonable and justified nature of Taiwan’s position.
However, the visa exemption documents issued by Cameroon were riddled with errors. Not only were the names of delegation members misspelled, but the members were also almost entirely misidentified as female. These inaccuracies underscore Cameroon’s gross administrative negligence and lack of good faith. And because Cameroon provided the documents in an untimely manner, the Taiwan delegation was unable to seek remediation. Further, such flawed documents could expose members of the Taiwan delegation to obstruction or undignified treatment upon arrival in Cameroon. Therefore, following a comprehensive assessment, Taiwan has made the difficult decision to withdraw from MC14.
MOFA reiterates that Taiwan acceded to the WTO pursuant to Article XII of the Marrakesh Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization as a separate customs territory possessing full autonomy and not subordinate to any other member. Since Taiwan’s first attendance at the WTO Ministerial Conference in 2001, all previous host countries have facilitated Taiwan’s participation in accordance with WTO regulations and established practices. This has included using the designation TAIWAN or TWN in the fields for nationality and place of birth and issuing invitation letters to enable visa-free entry for delegations from Taiwan.
MOFA expresses its sincere appreciation to the United States, Japan, other like-minded partners, and Taiwan’s diplomatic allies for their concern regarding this matter and for their mediation and coordination efforts.
MOFA solemnly states that Taiwan will call on future hosts of WTO Ministerial Conferences to provide formal assurances that similar incidents undermining the equal rights of members will not recur. Taiwan also urges WTO members to jointly uphold the inviolable right to equality. As a steadfast supporter of multilateralism, Taiwan will continue to work with other WTO members to safeguard the WTO-centered rules-based international economic and trade order. (E)
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No. 114
At a press conference on March 24, the Chinese Foreign Ministry attempted to mislead the international community and suppress Taiwan’s international participation by erroneously claiming that the so-called “one China principle” was a political prerequisite for Taiwan’s participation in the World Trade Organization (WTO). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expresses its strongest condemnation and categorically refutes this blatantly false and distorted narrative.
In accordance with Article XII of the Marrakesh Agreement Establishing the World Trade Organization, Taiwan acceded to the WTO as a fully autonomous separate customs territory not subordinate to any other member. As such, Taiwan enjoys equal and complete rights under the WTO framework. There is absolutely no basis for China’s fallacious unilateral claim that Taiwan’s membership is predicated on the so-called “one China principle” as a political prerequisite.
MOFA reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country; that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is subordinate to the other; and that the PRC has never governed Taiwan. These objective facts are the internationally recognized status quo. Only the democratically elected government of Taiwan can represent the 23 million people of Taiwan in multilateral organizations and at international events. (E)
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No. 111
A cross-party group of US senators on March 23 cosponsored a resolution commending Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election and reiterating support for US policy toward Taiwan based on the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances. The group included Senators Tammy Duckworth, John Curtis, and Tim Kaine, Ranking Member of the US Senate Committee on Armed Services’ Subcommittee on Seapower.
The resolution states that Taiwan has demonstrated the strength of its democratic system through multiple peaceful transfers of political power, that the people of Taiwan have shown resilience and steadfast commitment to democratic values despite China’s ongoing coercion and threats, and that Taiwan has set an example for the Pacific and the world.
It also emphasizes that Taiwan’s democracy is a great strategic strength for the free world and a key component of strong and enduring Taiwan-US relations; that Taiwan’s democracy and respect for the rule of law contribute to peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region; and that the US Senate is committed to supporting Taiwan’s self-defense and the liberty of its people.
The resolution was cosponsored by numerous other members of both parties, namely, Ted Cruz, Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; Pete Ricketts, Chair of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations’ Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy; Rick Scott, Chair of the Senate Committee on Armed Services’ Subcommittee on Seapower; and Senators Jeff Merkley, Chris Van Hollen, Michael Bennet, John Fetterman, and Jacky Rosen.
The US Congress previously introduced a resolution on the eve of Taiwan’s presidential election in 2024 affirming Taiwan’s democratic achievements. The Senate’s further public display of support for Taiwan’s democratic society on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election is highly significant.
On the same day, many other prominent cross-party members of the US Congress publicly expressed congratulations on this important milestone in Taiwan’s democracy, including Jim Risch, Chair of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; Roger Wicker, Chair of the Senate Committee on Armed Forces; and Ami Bera and Mario Diaz-Balart, Cochairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung appreciates the US Congress once again affirming Taiwan’s democratic achievements and thanks the United States for its long-standing, bipartisan support of Taiwan’s democracy, freedom, and security through concrete actions.
As Taiwan marks this noteworthy anniversary, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to cooperate with the United States and other global democratic partners and welcomes the international community’s ongoing support for democratic Taiwan through concrete actions as part of efforts to jointly promote regional peace, stability, and prosperity. (E)
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No. 112
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and the Taipei Mission in Korea continue to express their profound concerns and engage in dialogue and negotiations with South Korea regarding the inappropriate designation for Taiwan in the previous departure place and next destination fields in South Korea’s electronic entry system. MOFA publicly calls on South Korea to respond to this matter by March 31.
MOFA states that if South Korea fails to provide a positive response by the specified date, the country’s English designation in the drop-down menus for the place of birth and place of residence fields on the Taiwan Arrival Card will be changed from Korea, Republic of to KOREA (SOUTH) effective April 1. This will be done in accordance with Taiwan’s firm position of safeguarding national dignity and upholding the principle of reciprocity.
MOFA emphasizes that the peoples of Taiwan and South Korea have long enjoyed close and friendly interactions in such domains as the economy, trade, culture, tourism, and personnel exchanges. Taiwan greatly values this hard-won friendship and, on the basis of mutual respect and reciprocity, hopes that South Korea will take Taiwan’s request seriously and promptly rectify the situation to maintain the positive development of bilateral relations. (E)
March 20, 2026
No.102
US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held a summit on March 19 in Washington, DC. A fact sheet issued by the United States following the summit reiterated that the leaders of the United States and Japan were committed to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait as an indispensable element of regional security and global prosperity, supported the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues through dialogue, and opposed any attempts to unilaterally change the status quo, including by force or coercion.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates the fact that, following the US-Japan summit in February 2025, the leaders of the United States and Japan have once again voiced staunch support for maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposition to any unilateral attempt to change the status quo by force or coercion.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs encourages the international community to continue to pay close attention to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan is the most critical hub in defending the first island chain. It also serves as a key node in advancing global prosperity and economic development. Based on shared interests, Taiwan will continue to strengthen cooperation with the United States, Japan, and other like-minded countries so as to maintain the status quo and jointly ensure peace, stability, and prosperity around the globe and across the Taiwan Strait. (E)
No. 109
March 21, 2026
US Ambassador to the United Nations Michael Waltz appeared before the Subcommittee on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs of the House Committee on Appropriations on March 20 to testify during a field hearing on accountability and reform at the United Nations (UN) held at the US Mission to the UN in New York.
During the hearing, John Moolenaar (R-MI), Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, asked Ambassador Waltz about how the United States was working with allies and partners to maintain transparency and the integrity of UN institutions and address the issue of these organizations being leveraged by countries such as China and Russia for their own geopolitical agendas. In response, Ambassador Waltz stated that continual support of Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations was a key part of the charge of the US Mission to the UN.
Ambassador Waltz also stressed that Taiwan’s expertise and resources, particularly in technology, were of substantive benefit to the world in addressing some of the world’s most critical challenges and that the United States would not advocate for partners that do not share the same view on the value of freedom. He further pointed out that, for example, the United States opposed China’s intentional misuse and mischaracterization of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758, which was part of China’s broader efforts to isolate Taiwan from the international community, adding that the United States had forcefully pushed back against China’s attempts and that he hoped this would be effective.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely thanks Ambassador Waltz for publicly restating US support for Taiwan’s international participation and opposing China’s attempts to keep Taiwan out through its mischaracterization of UNGA Resolution 2758. He points out that staunch US support for Taiwan demonstrates that Taiwan is a responsible, capable, and key partner of the world’s nations and that the international community cannot condone political distortions by any country aimed at the exclusion of a democratic partner capable of contributing to the world.
The United States, he continued, is firmly committed to maintaining Taiwan’s right to connect with the world, which further showcases Taiwan’s expertise in health care, disease prevention, digital technology, and supply chain resilience, and the importance of maintaining Taiwan’s ability to use its experiences for the betterment of the international community. Only by allowing Taiwan to truly engage with the world can the world benefit from Taiwan. This is the consensus and sincere desire of many democratic countries.
Minister Lin once again reiterates that UNGA Resolution 2758 addresses China’s representation in the UN, not Taiwan’s sovereignty. The resolution makes no mention of Taiwan. Therefore, no country can cite the resolution as a reason for precluding Taiwan’s participation in the UN system or other international organizations.
The Republic of China (Taiwan) is an independent and sovereign country. Taiwan’s sovereignty belongs to the people of Taiwan. The People’s Republic of China has never governed Taiwan, and the international community overwhelmingly recognizes that neither side is subordinate to the other. These objective facts reflect the status quo, and Taiwanese society has a strong common understanding of these issues. Only Taiwan’s democratically elected government can represent the 23 million people of Taiwan in the UN system and in multilateral mechanisms.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges the international community to continue taking concrete action to oppose China’s misrepresentation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and the inappropriate linkage between this misrepresentation and the “one China principle.” The international community should collectively refute China’s attempts to claim that the Taiwan issue is an internal matter so as to prevent China from establishing a so-called legal basis for a possible future armed invasion of Taiwan. As a force for good, Taiwan will continue to work for its international participation, contribute to the international community, and jointly safeguard peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and in the Indo-Pacific region. (E)
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No. 101
Taiwan has been compelled to be absent from the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) after the Republic of Cameroon, the host country, sought to issue visas to members of the Taiwan delegation using improper and unacceptable nomenclature for the nationality designation.
This will mark the first time that Taiwan has not attended a Ministerial Conference since it acceded to the WTO at the fourth Ministerial Conference in 2001. Cameroon’s subservience to China and disregard for the long-standing practice of host members respecting Taiwan’s status as a member not subordinate to any other member has severely infringed on Taiwan’s right to equal participation in the WTO. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expresses its condemnation in the strongest possible terms.
The Ministerial Conference is the WTO’s highest decision-making body and is held biennially. The 14th session is scheduled to take place from March 26 to 29 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. This would have marked the 11th delegation from Taiwan to attend since Taiwan first participated in 2001.
In accordance with established precedent, the Taiwan delegation was to have been led by Minister without Portfolio and Chief Trade Representative Yang Jen-ni. However, the pre-enrolment notification issued by Cameroon to Taiwan prior to the delegation’s departure erroneously designated Taiwan as Taiwan, Province of China, seriously demeaning Taiwan’s status.
MOFA notes that Taiwan acceded to the WTO as a separate customs territory and that it is not subordinate to any other member. Cameroon’s designation is clearly inconsistent with Taiwan’s membership status and standing under the WTO framework. Despite repeated efforts by Taiwan’s Permanent Mission to the WTO to engage the WTO Secretariat and director-general, as well as active assistance from other members—including the United States, Japan, and diplomatic allies of Taiwan—Cameroon failed to uphold its responsibilities as this year’s host, insisting instead that its improper visa designation for Taiwan was a matter of its foreign policy. By prioritizing bilateral policy considerations over the collective interests of the WTO as a multilateral organization, Cameroon not only violated long-standing conventions regarding entry and visa procedures for delegation members from Taiwan, it also neglected to provide Taiwan with the fair, impartial, and reasonable treatment that Taiwan is entitled to as a WTO member. Furthermore, Cameroon ignored the flexible solutions proposed by Taiwan. MOFA reiterates its strongest possible condemnation of Cameroon.
MOFA notes that Taiwan, as a responsible member of the WTO, has lodged a formal protest with the WTO Secretariat and the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Cameroon. In addition, Taiwan is calling for future hosts of WTO Ministerial Conferences to provide formal assurances that similar incidents undermining the equal rights of members will not recur. MOFA emphasizes that Taiwan will continue to maintain close coordination with like-minded members to jointly protect the rules-based international economic and trade order and safeguard Taiwan’s rights and dignity. (E)
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No. 094
Following the third Australia-New Zealand Foreign and Defence Ministerial Consultations (ANZMIN 2+2) on March 17, the two countries issued a joint statement reaffirming the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, opposing any unilateral action to change the status quo, and encouraging all parties to engage in dialogue rather than resorting to coercion or force. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes and affirms this statement.
Australia and New Zealand are both like-minded partners of Taiwan, sharing such common values as democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. Maintaining peace across the Taiwan Strait and stability in the Indo-Pacific has become an international consensus. Taiwan will continue to work hand in hand with like-minded countries to jointly safeguard the rules-based international order and promote democracy, peace, and prosperity in the region. (E)
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On March 14, China’s Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) criticized President Lai Ching-te’s remarks regarding Taiwan’s democratic achievements, attempting to distort the truth and mislead the international community. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) refutes the statements made by the TAO and expresses its strongest condemnation.
Through sustained efforts to promote the democratic process, Taiwan smoothly completed its eighth presidential election on January 13, 2024, setting another milestone in its democratic development. The executive branches and parliaments of over 50 countries—including diplomatic allies, the United States, Japan, France, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Australia—promptly extended their congratulations and lauded Taiwan’s democratic accomplishments. In societies where citizens do not yet have the opportunity to exercise sovereignty through democratic elections, there is no doubt that they look forward to a day when they, too, can directly elect their president and determine the future of their nation and society.
MOFA reiterates that neither the Republic of China (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other and that the Chinese Communist Party regime has never governed Taiwan. This is the status quo across the Taiwan Strait. No attempts to distort Taiwan’s sovereign status can change the internationally recognized cross-strait status quo and objective reality. Taiwan’s future must be decided by the 23.5 million people of Taiwan. China has no right to interfere.
MOFA emphasizes that the government’s cross-strait policies are guided by mainstream public opinion and that the future of Taiwan must be determined by the people of Taiwan. MOFA calls on the Beijing authorities to engage in dialogue with the legitimate government elected by the Taiwan people, handle issues pragmatically, respond to the expectations of the international community and people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, and adopt a responsible and mature attitude to jointly safeguard cross-strait peace and stability.
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No. 087
The ninth Yushan Forum, coorganized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation, will take place from March 16 to 17 at the Grand Mayfull Hotel Taipei. The theme will be “Indo-Pacific Partnership Prospects: Taiwan’s Values, Technology, and Resilience.” The forum is again being held parallel to the Smart City Summit and Expo and the Net Zero City Expo. This year’s event brings together over 70 political and economic leaders from 22 countries across North America, Latin America, Europe, and the Indo-Pacific, marking the largest Yushan Forum to date.
President Lai Ching-te will deliver remarks at the opening ceremony on the morning of March 16, and Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim will host a luncheon for foreign guests the same day. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung will preside over the banquet that evening. The four government sessions on the first day will be chaired by ministers or deputy ministers of the Ministry of Digital Affairs, the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Ministry of Environment, and the Ministry of the Interior, respectively.
Prominent political figures taking part in this year’s forum include Lech Wałęsa, former President of Poland; Mahendra Chaudry, former Prime Minister of Fiji; Keiji Furuya, Chair of the Japan-ROC Diet Members’ Consultative Council and Chair of the Commission on the Constitution of the Japanese House of Representatives; Gustavo Villate, Paraguayan Minister of Information and Communication Technologies; Lee Jun-seok, leader of the Reform Party in the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea; Sir Liam Fox, former UK Secretary of State for International Trade; Christoph Heusgen, former Chair of the Munich Security Conference and former German Ambassador to the United Nations; Jonathan Fried, former Canadian Ambassador to the World Trade Organization; and Leni Robredo, Mayor of Naga City in the Philippines. Also in attendance will be former cabinet ministers and officials from Bulgaria, Lithuania, the Czech Republic, Malaysia, and New Zealand, as well as former parliamentarians from Canada, the Philippines, the Netherlands, and Singapore.
The 2026 Yushan Forum will build on the New Southbound Policy+ and facilitate dialogue with international friends and allies on cultivating strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific and around the world. This will help make Trusted Taiwan into an indispensable element of global security and prosperity. (E)
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No. 074
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung strongly condemns the false claims made at a press conference for the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that Taiwan affairs are China’s internal affairs and that Japan has no right to interfere in them.
Minister Lin underlines that there is a high degree of consensus in the international community on maintaining peace and security across the Taiwan Strait, which is in the interests of all parties in the region. Taiwan and Japan share many key ideals and values. Together with other like-minded partners, they jointly strive to uphold regional and cross-strait stability, contributing to the preservation of a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region.
Reiterating that the Republic of China (Taiwan) has always been an independent and sovereign country, Minister Lin states that Taiwan’s sovereignty belongs to the people of Taiwan. The People’s Republic of China has never governed Taiwan. The international community overwhelmingly recognizes that neither side is subordinate to the other. These objective facts reflect the status quo. Taiwanese society has reached a strong common understanding on these issues. No amount of rhetoric that distorts or disregards Taiwan’s sovereign status can change the reality that neither side of the Taiwan Strait is subordinate to the other.
Taiwan and Japan both uphold the values of freedom, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. They are close friends and strong like-minded partners that enjoy long-standing public, private, and people-to-people ties. Based on these firm foundations, the two countries will continue to deepen cooperation in all spheres and promote comprehensive bilateral relations. (E)
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No. 070
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung firmly refutes erroneous remarks made by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at a press conference for the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress, including false claims that China has sovereignty over Taiwan and that unification of the two sides of the Taiwan Strait is an inevitable historical process and an international trend.
Minister Lin reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) has always been an independent and sovereign country. Neither it nor the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is subordinate to the other. Whether in terms of historical truths, objective reality, or international law, Taiwan’s sovereignty has never belonged to China. Only the 23 million people of Taiwan have the right to decide Taiwan’s future. These facts cannot be rewritten by China.
After the end of World War II, the Treaty of San Francisco was signed. As a legally binding treaty under international law, it replaced the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Proclamation, and other political instruments. In the mid-1980s Taiwan started a process of liberalization and democratization, culminating in the completion of its first direct presidential election in 1996. Since then, representatives of the executive and legislative branches of the ROC government have been elected by the people of Taiwan, making it the only legitimate authority to effectively govern and represent Taiwan externally. This also established the status quo of the ROC (Taiwan) and the PRC existing on an equal footing, with neither being subordinate to the other.
China has long misrepresented United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758, repeating the fallacy that it determines that Taiwan’s sovereignty belongs to the PRC and using it as a pretext to suppress Taiwan’s international participation, which is utterly absurd. In fact, resolution was never intended to decide Taiwan’s status, let alone give the Beijing authorities the power to limit Taiwan’s international participation.
In recent years, Chinese military aircraft and ships have conducted exercises in the Taiwan Strait and around neighboring countries, seriously jeopardizing regional peace and stability. Yet, at the abovementioned press conference, Minister Wang attempted to shift the blame for recent cross-strait tensions onto Taiwan, ignoring China’s constant military provocations. China’s actions blatantly violate the principle of refraining from the threat or use of force set out in the UN Charter and have seriously disrupted global shipping, flights, and trade links. China is a troublemaker in the international community and a saboteur of peace across the Taiwan Strait.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the Beijing authorities to respect the objective reality of the existence of the ROC (Taiwan), jointly uphold regional peace and stability, stop misleading the international community, and immediately cease its repeated and unwarranted provocations. Cross-strait relations will only be improved when China adopts a responsible attitude and engages in reasonable, rational, respectful, and equitable dialogue with the democratically elected government of Taiwan.
MOFA urges the international community to continue to support democratic Taiwan through concrete actions, jointly condemn China’s repeated attempts to unilaterally change the status quo through coercion and force, and denounce its intimidation and harassment of other countries. Taiwan, in unity with its democratic partners, will jointly uphold the democratic umbrella to collectively counter authoritarian aggression, defend universal values and the rules-based international order, and work together to maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and security throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (E)
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No. 068
At the invitation of the government of Tuvalu, a diplomatic ally of Taiwan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung served as special presidential envoy in leading a delegation to Tuvalu in the South Pacific from March 4 to 5. The delegation was warmly received by the government and people of Tuvalu. After completing its itinerary, the group returned to Taiwan via Australia on the morning of March 7. The entire trip passed smoothly and successfully.
During a visit to Taiwan in November 2025, Tuvaluan Prime Minister Feleti Teo joined President Lai Ching-te in witnessing the two governments sign the Taiwan-Tuvalu Kaitasi Treaty, the Agreement on Diversifying Fisheries Cooperation, and the Letter of Intent on Sports Exchange and Cooperation. Building upon this solid foundation of bilateral relations, President Lai appointed Minister Lin to visit Tuvalu as special envoy, highlighting his appreciation and regard for the friendship between Taiwan and Tuvalu.
During his visit, Minister Lin met with Acting Governor General Afelee Pita, Prime Minister Teo, and Parliament Speaker Sir Iakoba Italeli, as well as cabinet ministers and other political figures and local leaders. He was also guest of honor at a state banquet hosted by Prime Minister Teo.
Minister Lin also presided over a geological drilling ceremony at the site planned for Tuvalu’s new Parliament House. The structure is being constructed with support from Taiwan, demonstrating Taiwan’s emphasis on high-quality assistance projects.
To mark the recent completion of the Taiwan-Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project—a program initiated in 2024 with financial investment from Taiwan and like-minded nations Australia and New Zealand—Minister Lin also used his visit to jointly preside over the completion and handover ceremony with the Tuvaluan side, showing Taiwan’s commitment to assisting Tuvalu in strengthening the country’s coastline and climate resilience through concrete action.
In addition, Minister Lin witnessed the progress that Tuvalu has made in improving its external connectivity and digital resilience. In a first of its kind for Taiwan, it participated alongside the United States, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand in the planning and construction of Tuvalu’s Vaka submarine cable, resulting in the completion of the cable landing point in November 2024. This was part of the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project’s flagship initiative concerning trusted internet networks and digital governance program. Moving forward, Taiwan will continue to assist Tuvalu in building cybersecurity capacity and promote its RISK Management Initiative on International Undersea Cables throughout the region so as to develop a more resilient security network for international undersea cables.
During his visit, Minister Lin also represented the Ministry of Finance in signing an agreement on the avoidance of double taxation between Taiwan and Tuvalu and conducted visits to inspect the results of bilateral cooperation in such areas as smart agriculture and smart medicine. It is hoped that both the signing and these achievements will spur more Taiwanese businesses to invest in Tuvalu going forward, as well as encourage Taiwan’s fisheries sector to capitalize on the Agreement on Diversifying Fisheries Cooperation signed last year, thereby deepening more diverse Taiwan-Tuvalu fisheries cooperation in line with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project.
Since establishing diplomatic relations, Taiwan and Tuvalu have achieved remarkable results in a range of fields through long-term cooperation. Going forward, Taiwan will promote the further implementation of the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project in accordance with its concept of integrated diplomacy, promoting public-private partnerships and strengthening relations with diplomatic allies. (E)
March 3, 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that Radosław Sikorski, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, presented an annual report on foreign policy tasks at the Sejm on February 26. In his remarks, Deputy Prime Minister Sikorski said that with a war raging on the other side of its border, it was natural for Poland to focus on its immediate neighborhood. However, he added that it would be wrong to ignore more distant partners. He mentioned strengthening strategic partnerships with the Republic of Korea and Japan and advancing security consultations with Australia and New Zealand. Deputy Prime Minister Sikorski also stated that Poland remained consistently interested in technological cooperation with partners in Taiwan.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung applauds Poland for its continued focus on the Indo-Pacific region and for highlighting its interest in technological collaboration with Taiwanese partners.
Taiwan and Poland share the universal values of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. Bilateral relations have continually advanced in recent years with strong support from all sectors. The two countries have cooperated closely in such spheres as economics, trade, legal affairs, education, culture, and biomedicine and have further promoted exchanges in fields including semiconductors, cybersecurity, and pandemic prevention. MOFA looks forward to continued technological collaboration between Taiwan and Poland. When fellow democracies work together on technology and democratic supply chains, it will generate added value for both sides and create shared benefits and prosperity.
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No. 001
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), in collaboration with Taiwanese nongovernmental organizations, will hold Taiwan Gender Equality Week (TGEW) in New York to coincide with the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) from March 9 to 19. Through TGEW events, Taiwan will showcase to the world its achievements and progress in advancing gender equality, demonstrating Taiwan’s robust institutional capabilities and deep cultural resilience.
The highlight of this year’s TGEW will be Taiwan Women’s Power and Cultural Night, to be held at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in New York at 18:00 on March 13. In line with this year’s CSW priority theme, “ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls,” a number of distinguished speakers will be invited to share Taiwan’s judicial reforms, policies, and institutional achievements under the framework of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). The evening will include a jazz performance by Taiwanese marimbist Su Yu-han and Taiwanese-American drummer Wu Wen-ting. It will be live streamed on MOFA’s YouTube channel and Facebook page.
In addition, an exhibition will be held at the event. Featuring orchids as the main visual motif, the exhibition conveys flexibility, diversity, and cultural connectedness, highlighting Taiwan’s significant progress in gender equality, judicial reform, and international cooperation.
To further deepen engagement with the United Nations community, MOFA and the Foundation for Women’s Rights Promotion and Development have partnered with the STUF United Fund—an organization holding special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council—to convene the Taiwan Forum at 13:00 on March 12 at the STUF New York headquarters. The forum will focus on women leaders’ practical experiences in driving institutional innovation, strengthening governance resilience, and advancing inclusive participation.
This year, over 60 representatives from about 40 Taiwanese NGOs and local governments will hold more than 30 parallel events during the NGO CSW Forum. They will share Taiwan’s experiences and achievements in implementing gender equality initiatives with the international community.
A major highlight of this year’s initiative is MOFA’s first-ever film clip promotional campaign in New York during the CSW session. Beginning March 6, advertisements featuring the orchid motif, Taiwan imagery, and the slogan “Her Rights, Our Pride” will appear on top of New York City taxis, at bus stops, on linkNYC kiosks, and on subway station billboards. The goal of this campaign is to raise awareness of Taiwan’s commitment to advancing gender equality, contribute to the celebration of women’s empowerment in New York, and put the spotlight on Taiwan.
MOFA will continue to encourage civil society to make Taiwan’s voice heard on the world stage by leveraging Taiwan’s strengths in gender equality. During the TGEW, everyone is welcome to use the hashtags #HerRightsOurPride and #TaiwanEmpoweringWomen and engage with MOFA’s Facebook page and X account so as to jointly raise awareness about Taiwan’s gender equality achievements and call for global sustainable development in areas including gender equality. (E)
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No. 058
Addressing an event on February 16, dictatorial Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega made derogatory remarks that undermined Taiwan’s sovereignty, disparaged its reputation, and disregarded Taiwan’s substantial contributions to Nicaragua’s social and economic development prior to the severance of diplomatic ties.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues a strong protest and expresses deep regret in response to President Ortega’s continual deference and subordination to China. President Ortega’s insulting comments betray his moral bankruptcy.
MOFA reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent nation and that neither it nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. The Chinese Communist Party regime has never governed Taiwan. This is an objective fact that constitutes the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and is commonly recognized by the international community. MOFA urges President Ortega to stop appeasing China.
As a trustworthy global partner, Taiwan will continue to deepen alliances with other countries in the worldwide democratic camp through its approach of integrated diplomacy. (E)
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that on February 25 Benjamin Haddad, Minister Delegate for Europe of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, stated that France was an active and engaged power in the Indo-Pacific and had conducted joint patrols in the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea with the navies of the United Kingdom, the United States, and other countries to uphold freedom of navigation. He added that France would continue to coordinate with its European partners to make safeguarding collective security and peace in the region a top priority. Minister Delegate Haddad made the remarks in response to questions about cross-strait security raised by Brigitte Devésa, Deputy Chair of the French Senate’s Taiwan Friendship Group.
In her remarks, Deputy Chair Devésa pointed out that Taiwan had long been subjected to a wide range of threats from China. She added that a major crisis in the Taiwan Strait would have a severe impact on the European economy. Deputy Chair Devésa stressed that with democratic Taiwan under constant pressure from China, Europe should carefully consider a prudent response. She urged the French government and the European Union to assist Taiwan in countering China’s imperialism.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely thanks France for its continued attention to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific and the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan and France are like-minded partners that share the universal values of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. They play key roles in maintaining a peaceful and stable Indo-Pacific region. Taiwan will continue to work closely with France and other democratic countries in taking concrete actions to uphold cross-strait peace and stability, defend the rules-based international order, and jointly promote security and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific and the world.
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No. 056
On February 25, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a luncheon for Ambassador of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps Andrea Bowman to thank her for her outstanding contributions during her tenure and to offer her his best wishes prior to her upcoming departure from Taiwan and return to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Speaking at the event, Minister Lin said that after presenting her credentials in 2019 as the first resident ambassador of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Taiwan, Ambassador Bowman had worked tirelessly to stimulate bilateral economic and trade cooperation, high-level exchanges, and cultural ties. He added that in serving as dean of the diplomatic corps since 2022, she had been a vital link between Taiwan and its allies. Minister Lin noted that President Lai Ching-te would honor her with the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon later the same day in recognition of her achievements. He expressed hope that Ambassador Bowman would see Taiwan as her second home and frequently return to reconnect with her friends.
In her remarks, Ambassador Bowman thanked the government and people of Taiwan for their support and assistance during her tenure, saying that she had been honored to serve as the first resident ambassador of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Taiwan and establish the country’s first permanent embassy in Asia. She noted that in her six years of service, she had witnessed the continued strengthening of bilateral ties. Ambassador Bowman added that she had been pleased to see many cooperation projects that had benefited the people of both countries and would have a profound and lasting impact on the next generation in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Members of the diplomatic corps from Latin America and the Caribbean stationed in Taiwan also attended the farewell. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chen Ming-chi joined them in expressing sadness at Ambassador Bowman’s departure and extending best wishes to her. During the luncheon, participants engaged in a broad exchange of views on their experiences of working in Taiwan and promoting regional cooperation.
This year marks 45 years of diplomatic relations between Taiwan and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. In line with its policy of integrated diplomacy, Taiwan will continue to work with Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to advance the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, further deepen cooperation based on the existing solid foundations, strengthen mutually beneficial ties, enhance public well-being, and promote sustainable development. (E)
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No. 053
The new coalition government of the Netherlands, led by Prime Minister Rob Jetten and composed of cabinet members from Democrats 66, the People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy, and the Christian Democratic Alliance, was sworn in by King Willem-Alexander today. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs extends its sincere congratulations to the Netherlands on forming its new government.
Taiwan and the Netherlands share the values of democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law, and bilateral relations have flourished in recent years. The Dutch government dispatched naval vessels through the Taiwan Strait for the first time in 2024 and extended congratulations to the people of Taiwan for a successful presidential election in 2025. Furthermore, the Dutch parliament has long shown cross-party support for Taiwan, adopting 10 Taiwan-friendly motions between 2024 and 2025. Its actions have fully underscored Dutch society’s high regard for and friendship toward Taiwan.
The Netherlands is Taiwan’s second-largest trade partner in Europe and largest source of foreign investment. Taiwan values its close economic and trade ties and strong historical links with the Netherlands. Building on a cordial foundation of mutual trust, Taiwan will continue to work with the Netherlands to strengthen bilateral collaboration in various areas—including semiconductors, technological innovation, and industrial supply chains—so as to jointly benefit the well-being of the people of both countries. (E)
February 20, 2026
On February 19, Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi held his first press conference since his reappointment. During the briefing, Minister Motegi highlighted the utmost importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung appreciates and welcomes the remarks.
Since its formation last October, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet has repeatedly urged countries to place emphasis on cross-strait issues at such major international events as the 28th ASEAN-Japan Summit, the 20th East Asia Summit, and the Japan-US summit. During both the Japan-China leaders’ meeting at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit and the Japan-China defense ministerial meeting last November, as well as China’s military exercises around Taiwan last December, Japan directly expressed deep concern to China over cross-strait and regional security. These pronouncements demonstrate that ensuring peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait is integral to the security and prosperity of Japan and the world and in the shared interests of the international community.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the Republic of China (Taiwan) welcomes the continued cooperation among democratic countries to counter the expansion of authoritarianism. MOFA also calls on countries to pay close attention to cross-strait developments and take concrete actions to safeguard security across the Taiwan Strait. Looking ahead, Taiwan will further enhance its self-defense capabilities, build whole-of-society defense resilience, and work closely with friendly countries and allies to ensure the peace, stability, and prosperity of Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific region.
February 18, 2026
No. 052
During a special session of the National Diet of Japan, convened on February 18, to designate a new prime minister, Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) President Sanae Takaichi obtained the votes required to become the 105th prime minister of Japan. She will now go on to form a cabinet for the second time.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung extends sincere congratulations to Prime Minister Takaichi and has instructed the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan to offer congratulations to Prime Minister Takaichi and her cabinet on behalf of the government of Taiwan.
Prime Minister Takaichi, who enjoys a strong popular mandate, has long supported Taiwan through concrete actions. During her tenure as chairperson of the LDP Policy Research Council, she included support for Taiwan’s membership of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership and the World Health Organization in the LDP’s election manifesto. In 2025, prior to her election as LDP president, she led a delegation to Taiwan to meet with President Lai Ching-te and other prominent figures from various sectors of Taiwanese society. Since becoming prime minister, she has been quick to assert the importance of upholding peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait at key international events. Furthermore, the government of Japan has consistently prioritized the robust development of Taiwan-Japan relations. After Japan’s House of Representatives election this year, Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi stated in response to a media question that the Japanese government would maintain its existing position on Taiwan and further deepen cooperation and exchanges.
Taiwan and Japan are key partners in the first island chain. Taiwan looks forward to working with Japan to achieve a free and open Indo-Pacific and further deepen mutually beneficial and comprehensive bilateral ties to jointly contribute to regional peace, stability, and prosperity. (E)
February 13, 2026
In a plenary session on February 11, the European Parliament voted to adopt a resolution on a report concerning EU strategic defense and security partnerships. The report indicates the need to deepen security and defense cooperation with Taiwan and expresses concerns over the challenges China poses to European and Indo-Pacific security. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung conveys his sincere welcome and affirmation of the adoption of the resolution.
The report addresses the threats China presents to Europe, noting that the European Union’s dependence on China for critical raw materials constitutes a significant geopolitical and economic vulnerability. It adds that given China’s wartime economic support of Russia, the European Union must reassess its continued economic cooperation with China and strengthen its economic resilience through measures such as derisking. The report also clearly indicates that China is a key enabler and supporter of Russia’s war of aggression and that the European Union must properly address strategic competition with China.
The report was drafted by the European Parliament’s Committee on Security and Defence to further the European Union’s security and defense partnerships. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses its appreciation to the European Parliament for its concrete actions backing the enhancement of Taiwan-EU security and defense cooperation. Moving forward, Taiwan will continue to advance security exchanges and defense industry cooperation with the European Union to jointly safeguard the rules-based international order and respond to emerging global threats and challenges.
February 11, 2026
On February 10, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan held its first press conference since the recent House of Representatives election. During the briefing, Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi stated that Taiwan and Japan shared fundamental values and maintained close economic ties and people-to-people exchanges. He said that Taiwan was an extremely important partner and valued friend for Japan, adding that the government of Japan would maintain its existing position and further deepen bilateral cooperation and exchanges. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung appreciates and welcomes the remarks.
Both following the inauguration of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet last October and this election, Japan has promptly expressed its willingness to further strengthen cooperation and exchanges with Taiwan. The statements are concrete demonstrations of the profound friendship shared by the two countries and the Japanese administration’s consistent stance of attaching great importance to cordial Taiwan-Japan ties. Building on the existing solid foundation of bilateral relations and guided by the policy of integrated diplomacy, Taiwan will continue to work with Japan to deepen substantive cooperation in all spheres, further elevate ties to a mutually beneficial and comprehensive partnership, and jointly contribute to regional peace, stability, and prosperity.
February 10, 2026
Jimmy Lai, the founder of Hong Kong media outlet Next Digital, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on February 9 under Hong Kong’s National Security Law. In response, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) urges the international community to collectively and strongly condemn the Chinese government and the Hong Kong government for using national security as a pretext to once again suppress and undermine the freedom and human rights of the people of Hong Kong.
This action by the Chinese and Hong Kong governments not only violates international human rights standards but also contravenes the spirit of international law, clearly denying individuals their rightful liberty and squashing the freedom of the press and freedom of speech. It also denies the people’s fundamental right to demand accountability of their leaders, demonstrates Beijing’s extreme disregard for freedom and human rights, and highlights its attempts to create a chilling effect.
MOFA notes that the governments and all sectors of society of the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Australia, and other countries, as well as the United Nations, the European Union, and various international human rights organizations, have voiced grave concern over the case and have pointed out that China has withdrawn from its international commitments and eroded freedom and human rights. Moreover, they have called for the immediate humanitarian parole or unconditional release of Mr. Lai.
MOFA urges the international community to continue paying close attention to developments in Hong Kong regarding democracy, freedom, and human rights and demanding that China promptly stop undermining freedom and human rights. Meanwhile, Taiwan will continue to work closely with its allies and partners to jointly uphold the line of defense for freedom and democracy.
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No. 049
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung conferred the Friend of Foreign Service Medal on Tottori Prefecture Governor Shinji Hirai on February 10 in recognition of his outstanding contributions over the years to advancing Taiwan-Japan exchanges in such areas as agriculture, youth affairs, and urban development.
In his remarks, Minister Lin stated that he formed a friendship with Governor Hirai while serving as Taichung City mayor and minister of transportation and communications. Minister Lin lauded Governor Hirai for staunchly promoting Taiwan-Japan relations in a wide range of fields since becoming governor nearly 20 years ago.
Minister Lin pointed out that last year the number of visits between Taiwan and Japan exceeded 8 million, setting a record. He also expressed pleasure that direct flights between Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport and Yonago Airport in Tottori Prefecture were officially launched in May 2025, adding that he anticipated bilateral exchanges would grow even closer in the future.
In his remarks, Governor Hirai thanked Minister Lin for welcoming him as an old friend and for fully supporting substantive exchanges with Tottori Prefecture during his tenure as Taichung City mayor. Governor Hirai said that Tottori Prefecture and Taichung City were linked by pear grafting and that the two sides had signed a partnership agreement in 2018, entering a relationship that had continued to now. In addition, he noted that Tottori Prefecture was scheduled to host four events in next year’s Kansai World Masters Games and that he expected to continue fostering exchanges with Taiwan in the field of sports.
Since being first elected in 2007, Governor Hirai has actively promoted cordial exchanges between Taiwan and Japan. In 2023, Taichung City awarded him an honorary citizen medal. Due to his endeavors, many towns and municipalities in Tottori Prefecture have established stable and friendly exchange relationships with local governments in Taiwan. (E)
February 9, 2026
No. 047
Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong met with German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul on February 5 in Canberra. Following the meeting, the two sides issued a joint statement in which they underscored the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and reiterated their opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo. The joint statement also called for the peaceful management of cross-strait issues through dialogue, without coercion or the use of force, and expressed support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung highly appreciates and welcomes the fact that Australia and Germany have once again affirmed their consensus and position on these issues following a similar joint statement in 2023.
Australia and Germany are both like-minded partners of Taiwan, and the three countries uphold such fundamental values as democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law. Maintaining peace across the Taiwan Strait and stability in the Indo-Pacific has become a worldwide consensus. As an indispensable member of the global village, Taiwan will continue to defend the rules-based international order and work with other countries to jointly enhance peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. (E)
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February 9, 2026
No. 046
On February 8, Thailand held a general election for its 500-seat House of Representatives. The Bhumjaithai Party, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, won the largest number of seats and is expected to work with other parties to form a coalition government.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung extends sincere congratulations to Thailand on the successful completion of its general election. He has instructed the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand to promptly send congratulatory messages to the Thai government and elected parliamentarians on behalf of the government of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
Taiwan and Thailand are important partners and have long enjoyed close exchanges in such areas as the economy, trade, investment, tourism, culture, and education. In recent years, under Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy, bilateral cooperation has continued to deepen, and people-to-people exchanges have grown in frequency, producing fruitful outcomes.
Building on this existing foundation of constructive collaboration, Taiwan will continue to take a pragmatic approach and uphold the principle of reciprocity in working with the new Thai government and House of Representatives so as to further enhance substantive cooperation and jointly promote peace, stability, and prosperity throughout the region. (E)
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February 9, 2026
No. 045
Japan held its 51st House of Representatives election on February 8. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, won 316 of 465 seats, exceeding the two-thirds threshold and marking the highest number of seats ever secured by a single party in the lower house in postwar Japan. Combined with the 36 seats won by the Japan Innovation Party, the LDP’s coalition partner, the LDP-led bloc now holds 352 seats.
On behalf of the government of the Republic of China (Taiwan), Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung extends his sincere congratulations to Japan on the smooth completion of the election. He has instructed the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan to promptly send congratulatory telegrams to Prime Minister Takaichi, members of the cross-party caucus Japan-ROC Diet Members’ Consultative Council, and other lawmakers friendly to Taiwan.
Taiwan and Japan are important partners and friends that share the core values of democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law. Bilateral interactions have long been close and cordial, with cooperation conducted through values-based diplomacy, alliance diplomacy, and economic diplomacy yielding fruitful results in a wide range of domains. In recent years, Japan has called on the international community to pay attention to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. There has been a high degree of consensus across political parties and society as a whole on supporting Taiwan’s international participation and deepening friendly exchanges between Taiwan and Japan.
Building on this existing solid foundation and in the spirit of integrated diplomacy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs looks forward to furthering substantive cooperation with the government of Japan and all political parties to steadily elevate bilateral relations, promote a mutually beneficial comprehensive partnership, and advance peace, stability, and prosperity throughout the Indo-Pacific. (E)
February 4, 2026
Chinese leader Xi Jinping met with Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi on February 3. Following the meeting, China and Uruguay issued a joint statement which blatantly ignored objective reality and contained statements that gravely distorted the facts, including claiming that Taiwan was an inalienable part of China’s territory.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) solemnly protests and condemns the Chinese government’s repeated dissemination of malicious rhetoric in the international community and its efforts to denigrate Taiwan’s sovereignty. MOFA also expresses deep regret over the Uruguayan government’s subservience to China and alignment with its political position.
MOFA reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country; that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is subordinate to the other; and that the PRC has never governed Taiwan. Any attempt to distort Taiwan’s sovereign status or claim sovereignty over Taiwan based on false narratives is erroneous and unacceptable. China continues to use threats, enticements, and rhetorical manipulation to spread disinformation at international events. This not only seriously challenges the world order and peace, it also clearly underscores the malignant nature of China’s authoritarian interference in the affairs of other nations. Countries everywhere should pay close heed.
MOFA calls on the government of Uruguay to recognize the true intentions behind China’s global expansion of influence, to stop being complicit in China’s disregard for the facts, and to refrain from endorsing its intentionally aggressive statements that seek to undermine regional peace and stability. MOFA urges Uruguay to adopt a pragmatic and open attitude and work with Taiwan and other democratic nations in jointly safeguarding peace, stability, and prosperity worldwide.
Taiwan’s sovereignty belongs to the people of Taiwan, and only they can decide Taiwan’s future. As a force for good, Taiwan will continue to defend freedom and democracy and strengthen cooperation with like-minded countries so as to staunchly protect national sovereignty, counter authoritarian expansionism, uphold shared values, and contribute even more to the international community.
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No. 038
The Taiwan-Japan Relations Association and the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association convened the 12th meeting of the Taiwan-Japan Fishery Committee in Yilan from January 27 to 29. The alternating responsibility for organizing and hosting the meeting on this occasion fell to Taiwan. Taiwan-Japan Relations Association Deputy Secretary-General Lin Yu-hui led Taiwan’s delegation, with Director-General Wang Mao-chen of the Ministry of Agriculture’s Fisheries Agency serving as lead negotiator. The meeting was also attended by representatives of the Ocean Affairs Council’s Coast Guard Administration and relevant local fishers’ associations.
During the meeting, the two parties affirmed the success of regulations implemented in 2025 for fishing vessels operating in a triangular area of water north of Japan’s Yaeyama Islands and reached consensus on operational rules for 2026. The sides also agreed to further revise self-regulatory covenants, to provide educational guidance to fishers prior to the start of the fishing season, and to avoid allowing fishing gear to drift into areas east of longitude 124°02′ E. Taiwan also requested that Japan commence consultations with Taiwan as soon as possible on other issues related to fishing operations in overlapping economic zones.
Taiwan and Japan signed the Taiwan-Japan Fisheries Agreement on April 10, 2013, resolving long-standing fisheries disputes in a peaceful and rational manner. The Taiwan-Japan Fishery Committee was established in accordance with the agreement, with Taiwan and Japan taking turns to hold committee meetings once a year. The gatherings serve as an important dialogue platform, allowing the two sides to define a framework for fisheries operations and manage fisheries-related issues. (E)
January 28, 2026
No. 037
The sixth Taiwan-US Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue (EPPD) was held in person on January 27 in Washington, DC. The high-level meeting of the EPPD was cochaired by Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin and US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg. A number of senior Taiwan officials and experts attended the meeting, including Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chen Ming-chi, Deputy Minister of Digital Affairs Isabel Hou, Political Deputy Minister of Education Liu Kuo-wei, President of the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) Chang Pei-zen, and representatives from the National Science and Technology Council and other agencies. A working-level meeting was also held on the same day to further cooperation and exchanges in all domains.
During the meeting, the two sides agreed that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait were vital to global economic security and prosperity. They also signed a joint statement on the Pax Silica Declaration and Taiwan-US economic security cooperation, underscoring Taiwan’s importance in artificial intelligence (AI) supply chains.
Moving forward, Taiwan and the United States will establish working groups on important collaboration issues and continue discussions to strengthen supply chain security and key infrastructure so as to jointly build a more secure, more prosperous, and innovation-driven Taiwan-US partnership.
This year’s EPPD covered such topics as AI supply chains, digital infrastructure, critical minerals, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) supply chains, high-tech talent development, Taiwan-US collaboration in third countries, and bilateral economic cooperation. A brief overview of the key points is provided below.
1. Ensuring AI supply chain security
Both sides agreed to jointly review partnerships between Taiwan and US enterprises in AI technology stacking projects and advanced robotics, discuss bolstering supply chain cybersecurity resilience cooperation, and foster the development and application of trusted traditional Chinese corpora for large language models. Together, Taiwan and the United States aim to shape a sovereign AI data foundation characterized by diversity and openness while exploring collaboration to advance trusted AI systems in third countries.
2. Digital infrastructure
The United States supports Taiwan in exploring innovative communications technologies as part of a multipronged approach to increase communications resilience. Taiwan will look into working with US low-orbit satellite suppliers and collaborating with the United States to explore opportunities with partner countries in such domains as undersea cables and ICT infrastructure to boost trusted connectivity. The two countries also agreed to leverage existing Taiwan-US 5G supply chain cooperation platforms to advance substantive collaboration between industries on both sides in open networks, next-generation communications (such as 6G technologies), supply chains, and expanding into international ICT infrastructure markets.
3. Critical minerals supply chains
Both sides committed to strengthening collaboration in such areas as critical minerals mining and processing, as well as promoting bilateral technical exchanges in critical minerals refining and electronic waste recycling. Together, they aim to provide partner countries with high-standard alternative solutions and jointly enhance Taiwan-US supply chain resilience.
4. UAS supply chains
The two sides pledged to work together to build non-red supply chains and promote the commercial development, regulatory compliance, certification, and comanufacturing of UAS. Before the meeting, Taiwan’s ITRI and the US-based Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International signed an assessor license and services agreement under the Green UAS program. It will facilitate Taiwan’s UAS industry in aligning with international certification mechanisms, upgrading related domestic supply chains, and fostering overall industrial development.
5. High-tech talent development
Taiwan and the United States will continue to enhance coordination through the EPPD and other platforms, working together to further talent cultivation and skills development in the AI industry and exchanging views on the AI Academy framework.
6. Taiwan-US cooperation in third countries
In addition to collaborating with Taiwan’s diplomatic allies, the two sides agreed to explore cooperation opportunities in the Philippines, Latin America, and other regions of shared priority. The United States will continue to elevate Taiwan’s preparedness to respond to economic coercion and support of Taiwan partners that are potentially vulnerable to economic coercion.
7. Bilateral economic cooperation
Both sides agreed to steadily deepen collaboration on such issues as investment review and expediting the resolution of double taxation.
The dialogue marked the sixth round of talks under the EPPD framework since its establishment in 2020. Senior officials from various Taiwan agencies and departments traveled to the United States to attend the EPPD in person, highlighting the continued development of a comprehensive and close bilateral partnership. Both sides stated that the dialogue yielded fruitful results and said that they looked forward to continuing to deepen cooperation across domains through the mechanism to jointly improve the well-being and economic prosperity of people on both sides. (E)
January 27, 2026
No. 035
On behalf of the government of Taiwan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a luncheon on January 27 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to warmly welcome Paraguayan Minister of Public Health and Social Welfare María Teresa Barán and Director General of International Relations Adriana Amarilla.
Minister Lin began by welcoming Minister Barán back to Taiwan. He recalled that when he led a delegation to Paraguay in July 2025, he and Minister Barán witnessed a number of Taiwan-Paraguay joint health care cooperation projects, including a health information system under the Health Information Management Efficiency Enhancement Project—built by Taiwan’s International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) and Cathay General Hospital—and the General Hospital of Asunción construction project. Minister Lin pointed out that these initiatives had received strong support and recognition from Paraguayan President Santiago Peña.
Noting that Minister Barán had long been a staunch advocate for Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly, he sincerely thanked her on behalf of the government and people of Taiwan. He stated that he looked forward to steadily deepening bilateral cooperation and bringing smart medicine and health industries to Paraguay for the benefit of local people and the advancement of industrial upgrading and transformation.
Minister Barán expressed appreciation to Taiwan for assistance with the health information system project, which was launched in 2017 and had been implemented in 1,188 health care facilities in Paraguay, marking an important milestone in Taiwan-Paraguay health care cooperation. She also expressed hope that the General Hospital of Asunción, once operational, would become the new benchmark for quality health care services in Paraguay. Minister Barán underscored that Taiwan had played an indispensable role in the history of health care development in Paraguay and that it was a key contributor to the global public health system. She reiterated that Paraguay would continue to staunchly speak up for Taiwan and back its participation in the international community.
At the invitation of Minister Lin, Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare Lin Ching-yi, Superintendent of Cathay General Hospital Chien Chih-cheng, Deputy Secretary General of TaiwanICDF Stephen J. H. Lee, and representatives from Taiwan’s smart medicine and health care industries were also present at the event. They exchanged views with the delegation on a broad range of issues, including AI-driven medical data analytics and telemedicine, and discussed future directions for linking the health care industries of the two countries.
The members of the delegation are visiting from January 26 to 30, during which time they hope to further their understanding of the latest developments in public health, medicine, and social welfare in Taiwan. In addition to calling at MOFA, the Ministry of Health and Welfare, TaiwanICDF, and other organizations, the delegation will tour the facilities of National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, E-Da Hospital, Taipei Zhongshan Seniors Housing and Service Center, and Hsinchu Biomedical Science Park, opening a new chapter in health care exchanges and cooperation between Taiwan and Paraguay. (E)
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No. 034
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung met with a delegation from the Israel Defense and Security Forum led by former Israeli Minister of Religious Services Matan Kahana on the morning of January 27. They exchanged views on a broad range of issues, including regional developments and Taiwan-Israel cooperation.
In his speech, Minister Lin welcomed Mr. Kahana and thanked him for actively supporting Taiwan-Israel relations during his tenure as a member of the Knesset. He noted that 72 cross-party Knesset members had issued a statement backing Taiwan’s international participation for the first time last July, demonstrating the great importance that they attached to enhancing bilateral relations and fully recognizing Taiwan’s contributions to the international community. He reiterated Taiwan’s appreciation for the statement. Adding that Taiwan and Israel shared the core values of freedom and democracy, he said that he looked forward to furthering collaboration and exchanges on that basis in such domains as artificial intelligence and academic research.
Mr. Kahana stated that he was pleased to visit Taiwan at the invitation of the government and that the trip provided an opportunity to deepen his understanding of the latest developments. He also conveyed his heartfelt gratitude to Taiwan for its prompt support and assistance following the Hamas assault on October 7, 2023, as well as Iran’s attack on Israel last year. Mr. Kahana emphasized that Taiwan and Israel were like-minded partners committed to safeguarding democratic ideals. And faced with rapidly changing regional and global security dynamics, he expressed hope that bilateral exchanges would only expand in the future.
In recent years, Taiwan and Israel have steadily advanced collaboration in such areas as emerging technologies, democratic supply chain resilience, agriculture, health care, medicine, and academic exchanges. Moving forward, Taiwan will continue building on the existing solid foundation to bolster bilateral cooperation across domains. (E)
January 26, 2026
The European Parliament on January 22 passed by a substantial majority a resolution titled “Drones and new systems of warfare—the EU’s need to adapt to be fit for today’s security challenges.” The resolution called for enhancing security and defense cooperation and partnership with the European Union’s Indo-Pacific partners, including Taiwan, particularly in drone technology and relevant industries; and stressed the importance of building secure, non-red supply chains underpinned by democratic values.
This resolution demonstrates the European Parliament’s recognition of Taiwan’s standing in the drone sector and regard for jointly building democratic supply chains. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomes and appreciates the resolution and looks forward to the strengthening of relevant cooperation and exchanges between Taiwan and Europe going forward.
In facing the threat of authoritarian expansionism, and as a reliable partner of the democratic community, Taiwan has long invested heavily in drone and key technology industries and remains committed to working with like-minded countries to establish secure and resilient non-red supply chains aligned with democratic values. For example, in November 2024, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung led a delegation to Lithuania to attend the Drone Industry Business Forum, where he witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Taiwan Excellence Drone International Business Opportunities Alliance and the Lithuanian Defense and Security Industries Association. MOFA has also established a drone diplomacy task force.
Looking ahead, Taiwan will continue to deepen exchanges and cooperation with such like-minded partners as the European Union in relevant areas so as to jointly address current security challenges and advance regional peace and global stability.
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No. 030
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a welcome banquet at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on January 23 for a delegation led by US Senator Ruben Gallego. The two sides engaged in in-depth exchanges on Taiwan-US economic and trade cooperation and the regional security situation.
In his remarks, Minister Lin welcomed Senator Gallego back to Taiwan and thanked him for his long-term support for the further development of Taiwan-US relations, in particular his role in bringing about direct flights between Taiwan and the city of Phoenix, Arizona, and in endorsing the resolution of double taxation issues. Minister Lin said that such actions demonstrated Senator Gallego’s high regard for bilateral economic and trade links.
Minister Lin also pointed out that the trade relationship between Taiwan and the US continues to grow stronger, with the two sides completing tariff negotiations recently. He expressed hope that this would create more opportunities for collaboration based on the existing foundation and for jointly building secure, reliable, and resilient supply chains. He added that the recently launched direct flights between Taipei and Phoenix would serve as an important bridge for bilateral business, technological, educational, and cultural exchanges. This, Minister Lin concluded, would lead to even closer bilateral ties.
Meanwhile, Senator Gallego expressed his pleasure at witnessing ties between Taiwan and Arizona grow closer. He noted that he had called for direct flights on a previous visit to Taiwan in 2018, adding that taking a direct flight for this journey had been very meaningful. He pledged to continue to support stronger people-to-people exchanges in the future.
Senator Gallego further emphasized that Taiwan’s sovereignty and independence enjoyed strong bipartisan support in the United States. He affirmed President Lai Ching-te’s proposed defense budget, which he said had garnered significant attention in Washington, DC. He explained that Taiwan’s increased investment in defense and asymmetric warfare demonstrated to the United States that Taiwan was determined to upgrade its self-defense capabilities.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the delegation led by Senator Gallego and thanks the US Congress for its long-term support of Taiwan through concrete actions. Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with the US administration, Congress, and friends across all sectors to promote bilateral relations and advance regional peace, stability, and prosperity. (E)
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The Republic of China (Taiwan) firmly opposes all acts of aggression. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the government of Taiwan has worked closely with the international democratic community to impose strict controls on exports of high-tech products to Russia. To date, Taiwan has expanded its sanction list six times, placing restrictions on a total of 3,300 Russian entities.
Taiwan has also striven to prevent the possibility of Taiwanese components or products reaching Russia through third-country transshipment. However, the United States, the European Union, and Taiwan all face the prospect of controlled goods being unlawfully and intentionally shipped to Russia by malicious third parties. To tackle this challenge, Taiwan has continued to cooperate closely with the United States, the European Union, and other like-minded partners so as to enhance relevant containment measures and sanctions.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) urges and welcomes the government of Ukraine providing concrete information to Taiwan in order to jointly counter aggressive tactics of authoritarian and dictatorial regimes.
China is internationally recognized as a decisive enabler in the Russia-Ukraine war. MOFA calls on the international community to collectively recognize the grave threat this problem poses to international peace and security. Only through such recognition can the real obstacles undermining Ukraine’s peace be resolved.
MOFA reiterates Taiwan’s sincere hope that the Russia-Ukraine war will be brought to a swift conclusion, bringing relief to the people of Ukraine from the brutality and suffering of war. Taiwan will continue to stand with like-minded countries in strictly enforcing sanctions against Russia and jointly defending global freedom, peace, and prosperity.
January 23, 2026
High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy of the European Union Kaja Kallas and Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Cho Hyun jointly held the second EU-ROK Strategic Dialogue in Brussels on January 22. During the talks, the two sides reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and their strong opposition to any unilateral attempts in the South China Sea to change the status quo by force or coercion, stating that this could undermine regional stability and the international rules-based order. The European Union (EU) and the Republic of Korea (ROK) also reiterated their condemnation of third-country support for Russia’s illegal war of aggression in Ukraine.
Following the first EU-ROK Strategic Dialogue, this marks another instance of the EU and the ROK issuing a joint statement underscoring the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes and appreciates the statement. Facing authoritarian expansionism, which threatens regional peace, Taiwan, as a responsible member of the democratic alliance in the Indo-Pacific region, will continue to strengthen cooperation with such like-minded partners as the EU to jointly defend the values of freedom and democracy and uphold the international rules-based order.
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January 23, 2026
No. 028
On behalf of the government of Taiwan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung conferred the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon on Secretary General of the House of Representatives of the Philippines Cheloy E. Velicaria-Garafil on January 23. The award was granted at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and recognizes Secretary General Velicaria-Garafil’s remarkable contributions to strengthening the partnership between Taiwan and the Philippines when she served as Chairperson and Resident Representative of the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO).
In his remarks, Minister Lin pointed out that Secretary General Velicaria-Garafil had played a pivotal role in advancing Taiwan-Philippines relations. He expressed appreciation that during her tenure she had facilitated the signing and issuance of Memorandum Circular No. 82 by the Philippine government, which eased restrictions on official interactions, as well as the granting of 14-day visa-free entry for Taiwan nationals visiting the Philippines for business and tourism, thus overcoming a barrier that had stood for many years. Minister Lin noted that these achievements contributed greatly to deepening bilateral friendship and exchanges in various areas.
He said that building upon the existing solid foundation, Taiwan would continue to work with the Philippine government to advance collaboration in such areas as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, smart agriculture, clean energy, talent development, and tourism. He added that Taiwan would promote the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project in line with the policy of integrated diplomacy to continue to foster mutual benefits and shared prosperity as well as to jointly bolster and safeguard the peace, prosperity, and stability of the Indo-Pacific region.
In her remarks, Secretary General Velicaria-Garafil thanked the government of Taiwan, the business community, and other groups for their strong support during her tenure. This, she said, had helped transform what had been previously regarded as impossible into tangible outcomes. She added that in her heart, Taiwan had become like a second home and that she would continue to advance Taiwan-Philippines relations in her new position and advocate for Taiwan as a friend of the country.
Following the ceremony, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Baushuan Ger hosted a banquet for Secretary General Velicaria-Garafil on behalf of MOFA, expressing high regard for her outstanding contributions in elevating Taiwan-Philippines relations during her time in Taiwan. (E)
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The European Parliament on January 21 voted to adopt resolutions concerning the annual reports on the implementation of the European Union Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP). The resolutions once again voiced opposition to China’s distortion of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 and unilateral attempts to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait through force or coercion. They also lent support for further deepening comprehensive Taiwan-EU cooperation and exchanges. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates these resolutions.
The CFSP resolution reiterated that China’s territorial claims over Taiwan had no basis in international law, that neither Taiwan nor China was subordinate to the other, and that only Taiwan’s democratically elected government could represent the people of Taiwan. It further condemned China’s military exercises last year, including Strait Thunder-2025A and Justice Mission 2025, for threatening peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait as well as adjacent international waters. The resolution also expressed concern over China’s escalating coercion against Taiwan through political, economic, military, cyber, and cognitive measures. It emphasized that Taiwan was a key democratic partner for the European Union in the Indo-Pacific region and urged the EU and its member states to engage in closer cooperation with Taiwan in order to further boost economic, trade, and investment ties.
Meanwhile, the CSDP resolution emphasized that military escalation in the Taiwan Strait had serious consequences for European security and supply chains. It condemned China’s unilateral attempts to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and its refusal to rule out the use of force against Taiwan, both of which constituted a serious threat to regional stability. The resolution affirmed recent freedom of navigation operations conducted by the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany in the Taiwan Strait; called for regular exchanges between Taiwan and the European Union on relevant security matters; and welcomed granting Taiwan access to the EU’s IRIS² secure satellite internet constellation, as well as greater Taiwan-EU cooperation on countering foreign information manipulation and interference and protecting submarine cables.
Last year, the European Parliament sent a delegation from its Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, as well as groups led by Ivars Ījabs, Vice President of the Renew Europe Group, Reinis Pozņaks, a member of the European Parliament, and Anders Vistisen, Chief Whip of the European Patriots Group, to Taiwan. This demonstrated the European Parliament’s commitment to supporting a stronger Taiwan-EU partnership and democratic resilience through concrete actions.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanks the European Parliament for its key role in furthering Taiwan-EU relations. Taiwan will continue to build on the existing foundation to expand cooperation and exchanges with the European Parliament so as to jointly build a solid, mutually beneficial network of values-based alliances.
January 16, 2026
At a regular press conference on January 16, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its firm opposition to the consensus reached between Taiwan and the United States on trade tariffs and related details.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the Republic of China (Taiwan) reiterates that the ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country, that its sovereignty belongs to the people of Taiwan, and that the People’s Republic of China has never governed Taiwan. These are objective facts and the internationally recognized status quo. China has no right to comment on or interfere in the sovereign actions of other nations. China’s remarks underscore its hegemonic mindset and how, as a troublemaker, it attempts to unilaterally change the international order.
MOFA is pleased that Taiwan’s negotiation team, led by Vice Premier Cheng Li-chiun and Minister without Portfolio Yang Jen-ni, successfully reached a consensus with the United States and concluded talks on trade tariffs and related details. On the basis of this foundation and under the leadership of President Lai Ching-te and the Executive Yuan, MOFA will continue to implement its core strategy of integrated diplomacy, working with relevant ministries to promote economic diplomacy and expand cooperation with the private sector. By encouraging large businesses to lead smaller ones, combining tangible and intangible assets, furthering public-private collaboration, and advancing foreign engagement through domestic business models, MOFA is building an economic and trade joint fleet with the United States and continuing to steadily foster a comprehensive economic and technological bilateral partnership.
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No. 016
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung on January 15 met with member of the Japanese House of Representatives and former Chief Cabinet Secretary Katsunobu Kato. The delegation also included Representative Kosaburo Nishime, who formerly served as minister of reconstruction, and Representative Junji Fukuhara. The two sides engaged in exchanges on such issues as the regional situation, economic security and resilience, and Taiwan-Japan interactions.
In his remarks during the meeting, Minister Lin began by welcoming Representative Kato and the delegation. Thanking Mr. Kato for helping facilitate Japan’s donation of vaccines to Taiwan during the COVID-19 pandemic during his tenure as chief cabinet secretary, Minister Lin said that the Taiwanese people remained deeply grateful for this gesture. He also expressed heartfelt gratitude to the government of Japan for having emphasized the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait at key international forums on numerous occasions.
Minister Lin went on to state that he looked forward to Taiwan and Japan signing a free trade agreement and economic partnership agreement at the earliest possible juncture, as well as Japan assisting in Taiwan’s timely accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, which he said would deepen the two countries’ economic partnership and help them jointly advance regional prosperity. Adding that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s focus on the growth of 17 strategic sectors enjoyed many similarities with President Lai Ching-te’s Five Trusted Industry Sectors, he said he hoped that Taiwan and Japan would continue to deepen cooperation and exchanges in related fields.
During his remarks, Representative Kato observed that Taiwan and Japan were important partners that shared universal values. Noting that true friendship is demonstrated in times of adversity, Mr. Kato thanked Taiwan for its assistance following the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes and for providing Japan with medical masks, pulse oximeters, oxygen concentrators, and other medical equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic. He added that he had been delighted to learn that more than six million visits had been made to Japan by Taiwanese travelers in 2024 and that this number had risen further by 10 percent in 2025. He said he believed that personal and economic exchanges between Taiwan and Japan would grow even closer moving forward.
This is Representative Kato’s first visit to Taiwan. Mr. Kato is an influential figure who has long occupied a central role in Japanese politics. In addition to previously serving as chief cabinet secretary under Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, he has also held such posts as minister of health, labour and welfare and minister of finance. (E)
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No. 014
On behalf of the government, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung hosted a luncheon on January 13 to warmly welcome a five-member delegation of Canadian parliamentarians. During the luncheon, the two sides exchanged views on regional developments and the deepening of bilateral economic and trade exchanges and various forms of cooperation.
In his remarks, Minister Lin noted that this was the first time a Canadian parliamentary delegation had traveled to Taiwan since Canada’s federal election last year and that the timing of the visit demonstrated the enduring friendship between the two countries. He also reiterated that Taiwan welcomed Canada’s expression of concern over China’s recent large-scale military exercises, as well as Canada’s repeated dispatch of naval vessels through the Taiwan Strait over the past three years, demonstrating Canada’s firm commitment to maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. Minister Lin declared that Taiwan, standing on the front line against the expansion of authoritarianism, would continue to collaborate with Canada and other democratic allies to jointly defend their shared values and way of life.
In addition, Minister Lin emphasized that Taiwan and Canada were natural partners due to their shared values and highly complementary economic structures. He then conveyed the hope that the two countries would advance hand in hand as they moved toward an era of AI-driven innovation.
Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, pointed out that Taiwan was a trustworthy partner in the areas of democracy and innovation and that the visit aimed to convey the strong support of the Canadian parliament and to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, supply chain resilience, and innovation. She added that Canada backed Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations and looked forward to the two countries jointly addressing the challenges of transnational repression and disinformation.
Moreover, Ms. Lantsman asserted that, in facing the growing severity of authoritarian pressure, building economic and social resilience grounded in democratic values would be the best course of action. She also remarked that this visit highlighted the importance of bilateral interaction, dialogue, and consistency and that her country hoped that Taiwan and Canada would continue bolstering mutually beneficial bilateral relations in the future.
MOFA thanks the Canadian parliament for its long-standing, concrete, and staunch support for Taiwan. Looking ahead, Taiwan will continue to promote interaction and exchange with Canada and work with it to strengthen the international order based on democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. (E)
", "Date": "2026/1/14 下午 03:56:00", "Data Source": "Department of North American Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "3. Minister Lin, the Canadian parliamentary delegation, and other guests pose for a photo(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/121533/11c77bd3-2a78-48a8-85fc-ec8906e7886f.jpeg);2. Ms. Lantsman delivers her speech(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/121533/32675b9d-d3ea-4273-a6f1-423770a29dff.jpeg);1. While delivering remarks, Minister Lin makes a toast to welcome the delegation(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/121533/ae740660-68f0-4995-8f15-446bc5364cf4.jpeg);", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=121525", "title": "MOFA extends sincere welcome to delegation led by Mayor Gallego of US city of Phoenix", "Text": "January 14, 2026
No. 013
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung held a banquet on the evening of January 13 to welcome a delegation led by Mayor Kate Gallego of the US city of Phoenix, Arizona. In addition to meeting with President Lai Ching-te and Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim, the delegation will call at the Tainan City and Taipei City governments and engage in exchanges with representatives of Taiwan’s high-tech industries, advancing bilateral economic and trade cooperation and exploring opportunities for further collaboration.
During his remarks at the banquet, Minister Lin said that Taiwan’s key advantages in such high-tech industries as semiconductors, AI, and advanced manufacturing allowed it to play a crucial role in global supply chains and serve as a trustworthy, cooperative partner to the United States in the domain of science and technology. Noting that Phoenix and the state of Arizona had become a significant focus for Taiwanese enterprises in recent years, he said that bilateral cooperation in the high-tech sector continued to expand.
Minister Lin went on to welcome Starlux Airlines’ launch of direct flights from Taipei to Phoenix, which he said would facilitate smoother flows of people, goods, and capital and thereby strengthen industrial links. He added that Taiwan and Phoenix would continue to promote industrial cooperation and talent exchanges, deepening their bilateral partnership and building even more resilient high-tech supply chains.
Also speaking at the banquet, Mayor Gallego thanked the government of Taiwan for its invitation and said that her visit, coming at an important moment in the development of Taiwan-US cooperation in the high-tech sector, demonstrated the close ties between Taiwan and Phoenix. She said that following Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s announcement of a US$165 billion investment, Phoenix would continue to work with Taiwan to deepen high-tech collaboration and ensure supply chain resilience.
Mayor Gallego also said that she looked forward to both sides continuing to promote cooperation on education, training, and youth exchanges, as well as exploring opportunities for collaboration in such cutting-edge fields as aerospace, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. She said that this would allow people on both sides to share in the fruits of cooperation.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the Republic of China (Taiwan) welcomes the delegation led by Mayor Gallego as she makes her third visit to Taiwan. MOFA looks forward to working with Phoenix and the state of Arizona to deepen the existing partnership and jointly promote supply chain resilience, industrial cooperation, and bilateral investment, together advancing the steady development of Taiwan-US economic and trade relations. (E)
", "Date": "2026/1/14 下午 03:22:00", "Data Source": "Department of North American Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "4. Minister Lin (12th right), Mayor Gallego (13th right), and other guests pose for a group photo(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/121525/6694b9ee-418e-430e-b10d-b29bcbce4d25.jpg);3. Minister Lin presents Mayor Gallego with a gift of a wood carving in the shape of Taiwan(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/121525/c1edadc3-004f-4492-9da9-0b4f0f8eb94b.jpg);2. Minister Lin raises a toast during his speech to welcome the delegation led by Mayor Gallego(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/121525/ca081d34-0aee-4a27-a891-2cabf59535a4.jpg);1. Minister Lin and Mayor Gallego shake hands as they greet one another(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/121525/c61558de-9b71-44aa-ae00-ac4a22bab3c3.jpg);", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=121485", "title": "MOFA response to false claims regarding Taiwan’s sovereignty made by PRC foreign minister in Africa", "Text": "January 12, 2026
During a visit to Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Lesotho from January 8 to 11, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi ignored objective historical facts as he restated the so-called “one China principle” and spread distortions and falsehoods that seriously infringed upon the sovereignty of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
Meanwhile, the foreign minister of Somalia, speaking with Wang by telephone, made the erroneous claim that the Taiwan issue was entirely an internal matter of the People’s Republic of China. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly protests and condemns these statements and expresses deep regret that countries are taking untenable positions to curry favor with China.
MOFA reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign, independent nation. Any claim that makes Taiwan subject to another country based on false narratives is unacceptable. China continues to use threats, enticements, and rhetoric to spread disinformation in the international sphere, which constitutes a challenge to the international order and to peace. All nations should pay close attention to such a flagrant example of authoritarian interference in the affairs of other countries.
The ROC (Taiwan) has long made efforts to assist the development of like-minded African nations in the areas of education, medicine, and infrastructure, in which it has enjoyed considerable success. MOFA calls on other nations to hold to the principles of independence, sovereignty, and rational thinking when they promote exchanges and cooperation. This is a long-term strategy that leads to national and public well-being. The ROC (Taiwan) is willing to continue to deepen friendly collaboration with all like-minded African nations that respect its sovereign equality and uphold the principle of mutually beneficial ties so as to promote the welfare of their peoples and societies.
Taiwan’s sovereignty belongs to the people of Taiwan. Only they can decide Taiwan’s future. As a force for good in the international community, Taiwan will continue to defend the values of freedom and democracy and uphold the nation’s sovereignty. MOFA calls on like-minded nations that respect democratic values to work with it to curb authoritarian expansionism, and welcomes joint efforts to make further contributions to the sustainable development of Africa and the international community.
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During a visit to Ethiopia, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi issued a joint press release with the African Union (AU) on January 8 following the China-African Union Strategic Dialogue. The joint press release blatantly disregarded objective historical facts and contained false statements, including the claim that “Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory.”
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns and protests the Chinese government’s continued efforts to spread lies and falsehoods in the international community so as to denigrate Taiwan’s sovereignty. It also expresses deep regret at the AU’s submission to and parroting of China’s political position, which deviates from international reality.
MOFA solemnly reiterates that neither the Republic of China (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is subordinate to the other. Taiwan has long played an active role in the international community and has made substantive and constructive contributions to its African and global partners. MOFA calls on the AU, an important regional organization, to adhere to objective facts and exercise independent judgement in its public remarks and statements.
China continues to repeatedly disseminate false narratives on international occasions, engaging in political suppression and discourse manipulation. Such actions, which contradict facts and undermine the international order, are not just absurd; they expose China’s attempts at authoritarian interference.
The sovereignty of the ROC (Taiwan) belongs to the people of Taiwan. Only they can decide Taiwan’s future. As a force for good in the international community, Taiwan will continue to defend the values of freedom and democracy and strengthen cooperation with like-minded countries to firmly defend the nation’s sovereignty, curb authoritarian expansionism, uphold the values of freedom and democracy, and further contribute to the international community.
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