September 27, 2026
No. 469
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung will lead a business delegation to Taiwan’s Central American allies Belize and Guatemala from September 27. In Belize, Minister Lin will meet with Governor-General Froyla Tzalam, Prime Minister John Briceño, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Francis Fonseca, and other key political leaders. During his visit to Guatemala, he will meet with President Bernardo Arévalo, Minister of Foreign Affairs Carlos Ramiro Martínez, and other prominent Guatemalan officials. He will also host a reception with Minister Martínez to celebrate the 92nd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Taiwan and Guatemala and Taiwan’s 115th National Day. These activities will serve to demonstrate the steadfast ties between Taiwan and each ally.
To better understand the achievements of Taiwan’s cooperation projects in each nation, in Belize Minister Lin will inspect the construction of San Pedro General Hospital, the planned site for the Taiwan Caribbean Prosperity Academy, and a 50-unit social housing project. He will also sign a joint communiqúe and a cooperation agreement on diplomatic personnel training and exchanges with Minister Fonseca.
In Guatemala, Minister Lin will preside over a plaque unveiling ceremony marking renovations at the Guatemalan Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He will also attend the inauguration of a monitoring, emergency response, and incident command center at the international airport in Guatemala’s capital and visit the planned site for a specialized cancer hospital. These pursuits will open a new chapter for bilateral cooperation in numerous areas.
A key objective of this trip is to actively expand business opportunities between Taiwan and Belize and between Taiwan and Guatemala. To this end, the delegation will hold various meetings and enterprise matchmaking events in both countries, aiming to further expand industrial cooperation and economic and trade exchanges. Representatives from the US-Taiwan Business Council have also been invited to join the delegation, and exchanges will be conducted with local US chambers of commerce. This will boost trilateral connections among companies from Taiwan, the United States, and Taiwan’s allies and help in building strong democratic business alliances.
To realize President Lai Ching-te’s values-based diplomacy and vision of transforming Taiwan into an economy on which the sun never sets, Minister Lin has actively promoted integrated diplomacy and eight flagship programs under the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project. Under these initiatives, Taiwan is sharing its experience of successful industrial development and helping Taiwanese enterprises expand their worldwide presence, enter international markets, and foster global connections.
The delegation led by Minister Lin comprises over 30 representatives from Taiwan’s green energy, smart transport, AI and digital technology, aerospace technology, biotechnology, healthcare, tourism, finance and trade, and other sectors. Integrating public and private sector resources to form a novel international flying geese paradigm with a combined fleet and leveraging the favorable geographic positions of Belize and Guatemala, which connect North America, Latin America, the Pacific, and the Caribbean, the group aims to draw on complementary strengths and expand industrial collaboration. This will allow Taiwan to work with its diplomatic allies to spur development, advance mutual benefit, and achieve prosperity, while further deepening enduring bonds of friendship. (E)
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No. 468
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) reiterates that United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758, which consists of just 150 words, makes no mention of Taiwan. It neither states that Taiwan is part of China nor authorizes the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to represent Taiwan in the UN system. Therefore, no party can invoke this resolution to preclude Taiwan’s participation in the UN system.
Neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the PRC is subordinate to the other. This is the objective status quo across the Taiwan Strait and an internationally recognized fact that cannot be distorted or misrepresented. Only Taiwan’s democratically elected government can represent Taiwan in the UN system and other international multilateral mechanisms.
The 81st session of the UNGA is currently being held at the UN headquarters in New York. This year marks the 55th anniversary of the adoption of UNGA Resolution 2758. In recent years, China has continually intensified its efforts in bilateral and multilateral arenas to distort the resolution and coerce or entice the nations of the Global South to go along with its stance. China’s aim is to eliminate the existence of the ROC (Taiwan), reinforce its narrative that the Taiwan issue is an internal affair, and build a legal foundation for its misguided intention to alter the regional status quo through aggressive actions.
This has caused discontent in the international community, which has repudiated this behavior. In addition to Taiwan’s diplomatic allies, the executive or legislative branches of such nations as the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, Sweden, the Netherlands, Australia, Canada, the Czech Republic, and Belgium, as well as the European Union, the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China, and the American Legislative Exchange Council, have all voiced public support through diverse means to refute China’s improper interpretation of UNGA Resolution 2758.
Recently, the European Union also clearly pointed out that UNGA Resolution 2758 consists of only 150 words in total, that its content is very brief, that it addressed the transfer of the representation of China at the United Nations from “the representatives of Chiang Kai-shek” to “the representatives of the government of the People’s Republic of China,” and that the word Taiwan appears nowhere in the text. MOFA expresses its sincere gratitude to international partner countries for clearly expressing their positions.
MOFA emphasizes that following the end of World War II, the San Francisco Peace Treaty, which has the force of international law, superseded such political statements as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation. The treaty did not hand Taiwan over to the PRC, and the PRC has never ruled Taiwan.
Crucially, starting from the mid-1980s, Taiwan underwent a process of political liberalization and democratization through a bottom-up transformation, and completed its first direct presidential election in 1996. By then, all central executive and legislative representatives of the ROC (Taiwan) government were elected by the people of Taiwan. This made the ROC（Taiwan）government the sole legitimate government to effectively govern and externally represent Taiwan. It also established the objective status quo and fact that the ROC (Taiwan) and the PRC exist on an equal footing, with neither being subordinate to the other. Since then, Taiwan has witnessed three changes of governing party―in 2000, 2008, and 2016―consolidating its democratic system and sense of identity. This also reflects the firm belief in and strong commitment to freedom and democracy among Taiwan’s people.
MOFA therefore solemnly calls on the international community to collectively counter China’s malicious distortion of UNGA Resolution 2758 and jointly defend the rules-based international order. MOFA further demands that the United Nations maintain neutrality and refrain from acquiescing to China’s suppression of Taiwan’s legitimate right to participate in international affairs. The United Nations should facilitate Taiwan’s contributions to regional and global peace and stability, as well as the well-being of all humanity, so as to promote the early realization of “a United Nations that delivers for all.” （E）
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that following the recent summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, China has continued to distort the facts to advance its own position and claims. In particular, China’s Foreign Ministry issued a press release in which it urged the United States to “prudently handle the Taiwan issue,” “take the correct path of opposing Taiwan independence,” and “create a solid basis for strategic cooperation between China and the United States and the development of bilateral ties.”
The position of the ROC (Taiwan) government is firm and clear: Neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other; Taiwan’s sovereignty rests in its people; the Chinese Communist Party regime has no right to represent the people of Taiwan; and Taiwan’s future can only be determined by Taiwan’s people collectively and in a democratic manner.
President Lai Ching-te has reaffirmed on many occasions that Taiwan serves as a responsible party that strives to maintain the status quo of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and in the region. This has been the consistent and staunch position of the ROC (Taiwan), as well as the greatest consensus of the 23 million people of Taiwan.
The reality is that China engages in gray-zone harassment and military threats in the East and South China Seas, the Taiwan Strait, and the areas surrounding Taiwan. Indeed, China is undermining regional peace and stability. It is viewed by nations concerned as the greatest threat to the region. Countries around the world have taken note of, and made precautions against, China’s efforts to interfere in their routine exchanges and cooperation with Taiwan.
On the eve of the Trump-Xi summit, many nations reiterated the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait during the United Nations General Assembly. This position was reiterated in a joint statement by the foreign ministers of the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea, as well as in a joint statement by the foreign ministers and high-level representatives of eight nations, namely Australia, France, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Poland, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom. These statements fully demonstrated the international community’s consensus in support of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and against attempts to unilaterally change the status quo.
Additionally, over 60 members of the US House of Representatives and Senate from across the political aisle voiced support for Taiwan. Taiwan will continue to collaborate closely with the United States and other like-minded nations to jointly safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and ensure freedom, openness, and prosperity in the region.
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung expresses sincere appreciation to President Petr Pavel of the Czech Republic for his speech at the General Debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 23, in which he emphasized that UN principles matter across the Taiwan Strait.
In his address, President Pavel stated that countries should draw inspiration from the founders of the United Nations—with the goals of preventing war and destruction and building a predictable international order capable of adapting to change while providing fairness and stability. He noted that Russia’s aggression against Ukraine violated the UN Charter and fundamental principles of international law. He further stressed that the United Nations was founded on these principles, which are also of critical importance across the Taiwan Strait. This marks the third time that President Pavel has publicly voiced support for Taiwan at the UNGA General Debate, following previous statements in 2023 and 2025.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the continued support for Taiwan by democratic partners through concrete actions at international events. As a responsible member of the international community, Taiwan is committed to steadily deepening cooperation with the Czech Republic and other like-minded partners to jointly counter the threat of authoritarian expansionism; safeguard such shared values as democracy, freedom, and the rule of law; and uphold peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region.
", "Date": "2026/9/25 下午 06:08:00", "Data Source": "Department of European Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "President Pavel’s statement(https://www.hrad.cz/en/president-of-the-cr/current-president-of-the-cr/public-addresses-and-interviews/president-pavel-statement-in-the-general-debate-of-the-81st-unga-session-19568);", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123156", "title": "MOFA welcomes joint statement by European and Indo-Pacific nations supporting Taiwan Strait peace and stability", "Text": "September 24, 2026
No. 462
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung greatly welcomes and appreciates a joint statement issued by Australia, France, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Poland, the Republic of Korea, and the United Kingdom that called for Taiwan Strait peace and stability.
The show of support came as foreign ministers and high-level representatives from the group of European and Indo-Pacific nations met on September 22 for its second meeting on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
In a section of its statement dedicated exclusively to the issue, the group emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific and said that it encouraged dialogue and opposed any unilateral attempts to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait.
Pointing out that security, peace, and prosperity in Europe and the Indo-Pacific were increasingly intertwined, the group also pledged to enhance collaboration with a view to countering hybrid threats and other shared challenges and ensuring each nation’s resilience.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the fact that the international community and like-minded partners continue to express concern and emphasize the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the maintenance of the status quo. In the face of mounting geopolitical and regional challenges, Taiwan will continue to strengthen its self-defense and whole-of-society resilience. Building on the solid foundations that already exist, it will also continue to bolster cooperation with like-minded democracies so as to jointly safeguard Taiwan Strait peace and stability and advance regional security and prosperity. (E)
", "Date": "2026/9/24 下午 06:06:00", "Data Source": "Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "Joint statement published by the government of Australia(https://www.foreignminister.gov.au/minister/penny-wong/media-release/joint-statement-foreign-ministers-and-high-level-representatives-australia-france-germany-japan-new-zealand-poland-republic-korea-united-kingdom);", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123127", "title": "MOFA welcomes joint statement by US, Japanese, South Korean foreign ministers reiterating importance of peace and stability across Taiwan Strait", "Text": "September 22, 2026
No. 454
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates the joint statement issued following a trilateral meeting in New York between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi, and South Korean Minister of Foreign Affairs Cho Hyun on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
The statement reiterated the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposed any attempts to unilaterally change the status quo. It also expressed support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in appropriate international organizations. The fact that the United States, Japan, and South Korea once again publicly reiterated these positions fully demonstrates that Taiwan Strait security has become a strong international consensus.
Peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait are not only central to the security and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region but also closely connected to the stability of the global economy and international supply chains.
In the face of growing regional challenges, Taiwan will continue to bolster its national defense and resilience, staunchly uphold the status quo, and strengthen cooperation with the United States, Japan, South Korea, and other democratic partners to jointly safeguard peace, stability, and prosperity throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomes the international community’s continued attention to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. MOFA will continue to work hand in hand with international partners to actively promote Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations and enable Taiwan to make greater and more substantive contributions to addressing global challenges. (E)
", "Date": "2026/9/22 下午 05:34:00", "Data Source": "Department of North American Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "US Department of State press release(https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/09/joint-statement-from-the-trilateral-meeting-of-the-united-states-of-america-japan-and-the-republic-of-korea-in-new-york-city-2/);", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123188", "title": "Taiwan launches World Alliance for Disaster Management—first intergovernmental organization to be established in Taiwan in 55 years", "Text": "September 19, 2026
No. 448
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), the Ministry of the Interior (MOI), and the National Fire Agency (NFA) have jointly established the World Alliance for Disaster Management (WADM). Following a comprehensive assessment, it was launched to proactively expand Taiwan’s international participation and leverage Taiwan’s long-standing expertise and practical experience in disaster prevention and response.
The WADM comprises 13 member states, 17 observers, and 11 partners. Moving forward, it will bolster cross-border cooperation on disaster prevention and response through joint training, joint exercises, joint operations, and information sharing, advancing integrated diplomacy and President Lai Ching-te’s directive to transform the NFA Training Center in Zhushan Township, Nantou County, into a major disaster prevention training base in the Indo-Pacific.
The WADM founding ceremony was held on September 19 in Taipei, and the inaugural assembly will take place from September 19 to 21. A total of 91 guests from 21 countries are attending. Palau Vice President Raynold Oilouch and Eswatini Deputy Prime Minister Thulisile Dladla are personally leading delegations to participate, fully demonstrating the importance that they attach to the establishment of the WADM and their staunch support for Taiwan.
The WADM founding ceremony and the opening ceremonies of the Resilient Taiwan for Sustainable Democracy International Forum and the International Disaster Education and Action (IDEA) Forum were held as a joint event on the morning of September 19.
President Lai presided over the event, accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung and Minister of the Interior Liu Shyh-fang. In his remarks, President Lai affirmed that the establishment of the WADM represented a major breakthrough for Taiwan after over half a century of efforts to take part in international organizations. He expressed hope that the WADM would harness Taiwan’s strengths in disaster prevention and response and technological applications to deepen international cooperation, making Taiwan a key cross-border hub for disaster prevention and response coordination.
Minister Lin and Minister Liu jointly hosted a welcome dinner on September 18 for the foreign delegations attending the event. Minister Lin said that disasters knew no borders and that, in the face of climate change and other common compound challenges, countries could only improve disaster resilience and response capabilities by working together. He stated that Taiwan had decades of practical experience in disaster prevention and management and that it continued to learn from experience, adapt, and refine its capabilities. He noted that while Taiwan was steadily bolstering resilience against disasters and risks, it was also sharing its expertise with global partners through international exchanges and cooperation.
Minister Lin added that he had been directly involved in disaster response and emergency coordination. He mentioned that he had witnessed firsthand the enhancement of Taiwan’s disaster response capabilities and appreciated the importance of relevant agencies building close ties with global partners through exchanges and mutual support. He pointed out that the establishment of the WADM exemplified Taiwan’s policies of integrated diplomacy and value-added diplomacy. He emphasized that Taiwan would capitalize on its advantages in artificial intelligence, satellite applications, unmanned vehicles, communications technology, and smart manufacturing to collaborate with international partners and jointly elevate global disaster management capabilities.
Minister Liu highlighted Taiwan’s extensive experience in disaster resilience and emergency response, noting that Taiwan was located in the heart of the Asia-Pacific, where extreme weather and compound disasters frequently occur. She said that Taiwan had long faced threats posed by such disasters as typhoons, earthquakes, torrential rain, and landslides and that it was committed to increasing its warning, response, and recovery capabilities. She also observed that Taiwan conducted unscripted and semi-announced drills every September 21, which is National Disaster Prevention Day. This year, search and rescue and medical teams from 11 countries had traveled to Taiwan to participate in the drills and engage in exchanges. Minister Liu added that, moving forward, Taiwan would continue to strengthen international collaboration, share expertise, conduct joint training, and assist global partners to enhance comprehensive resilience against disaster and climate risks. Minister Lin and Minister Liu both thanked the participating countries for supporting the establishment of the WADM and working to jointly boost disaster resilience.
In addition, Vice President Oilouch and Deputy Prime Minister Dladla delivered remarks. Vice President Oilouch stated that Taiwan and Palau had coordinated closely across domains during the Pacific Islands Forum, firmly supporting each other and fully demonstrating the solid and cordial ties between the two countries. He also sincerely thanked Taiwan for extending a helping hand to Palau in times of need.
Vice President Oilouch explained that given the potential impacts of extreme weather, Palau was proactively planning response measures and was honored to be a founding member of the WADM. He anticipated that the alliance would provide resources and support for future global disaster management and expressed confidence that it would help Palau respond to severe droughts by facilitating professional cooperation and sharing best practices.
Deputy Prime Minister Dladla proposed three guiding principles for the WADM’s future work in her speech—namely inclusive disaster preparedness, people-centered technological development, and solidarity through concrete action. She underscored that the establishment of the WADM opened a new chapter in global disaster risk collaboration, pointing out that no country could face the challenges alone and that every country could contribute to global disaster management cooperation. She added that Taiwan had proven through experience that steadfast leadership, robust systems, advanced technology, thorough preparedness, and rigorous coordination could reduce the loss of life and property.
During the delegations’ stay in Taiwan, they will visit the NFA Training Center to deepen their understanding of Taiwan’s strong capabilities in disaster preparedness, disaster response, and professional training. The center is the largest compound disaster training base in Asia and the third-largest worldwide. Under the WADM framework, it will provide disaster prevention training and assistance to member nations as it steadily develops into a major disaster training hub in the Asia-Pacific.
The WADM is the first intergovernmental organization initiated and established by Taiwan. It is also the third intergovernmental organization headquartered in Taiwan—following the founding of the Food and Fertilizer Technology Center for the Asian and Pacific Region in 1970 and the World Vegetable Center in 1971—highlighting its significance.
Taiwan will continue to uphold the spirit of Taiwan can help and Taiwan can lead, leveraging its strengths in disaster prevention and response and working hand in hand with the international community to jointly elevate global disaster resilience and ensure that no one is left behind. (E)
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely appreciates and welcomes the resolution adopted by the European Parliament in a plenary session on September 16 entitled “Hybrid warfare and the protection of the EU’s territorial integrity and critical security and defence infrastructure.”
The resolution notes Taiwan’s successful experience in enhancing whole-of-society resilience and calls for regular exchanges between the European Union and Taiwan on security issues to strengthen related cooperation. It follows the passing of another resolution friendly to Taiwan on September 15, which was entitled “Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield.”
The September 16 document points out that Taiwan possesses extensive experience in defending itself against China’s hybrid attacks and foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI). It also commends Taiwan’s efforts to build whole-of-society resilience, including the establishment of the Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee and digital resilience networks, as well as the promotion of public preparedness initiatives.
The resolution calls for regular exchanges between the European Union and Taiwan on relevant security issues and for stronger cooperation in countering FIMI and cognitive warfare, protecting critical infrastructure and undersea cables, and fortifying whole-of-society resilience. In addition, it calls on the European Union to expand trade and industrial cooperation with Taiwan, particularly in such areas as semiconductors, 5G/6G telecommunications equipment, drones, and dual-use items.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanks the European Parliament for adopting resolutions favorable to Taiwan in recent days and recognizing Taiwan’s contributions to bolstering democratic defense and societal resilience. Taiwan will continue to work with the European Union and like-minded partners to deepen collaboration, jointly address the hybrid threats and information manipulation of authoritarian countries, and safeguard the rules-based international order and the universal values of democracy, freedom, and human rights.
", "Date": "2026/9/17 下午 04:20:00", "Data Source": "Department of European Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "The European Parliament resolution(https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/TA-10-2026-0303_EN.pdf);", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123141", "title": "MOFA response to European Parliament resolution affirming Taiwan’s democratic defense resilience and calling for deeper Taiwan-Europe cooperation", "Text": "September 16, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates the resolution adopted by the European Parliament in a plenary session on September 15 entitled “Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield.”
The resolution affirms Taiwan’s defense resilience and technological strengths and calls for stronger cooperation with Taiwan and other like-minded partners.
The resolution also recognizes Taiwan as an important partner in terms of situational awareness and notes its regular large-scale civil defense and resilience exercises aimed at responding to China’s increasing gray-zone tactics. It adds that Taiwan’s practical expertise in whole-of-society resilience can help the European Union develop preparedness concepts and enhance the overall effectiveness of the European Democracy Shield.
Furthermore, the resolution underscores Taiwan’s leading position in the high-tech sector and its long-standing, extensive experience in countering China’s hybrid attacks and foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI). It calls on the European Union to conduct regular exchanges and deepen cooperation with like-minded partners in East Asia—including Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea—on such issues as countering FIMI and safeguarding undersea cable security.
During its inaugural trip to Asia in July 2025, the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield made a dedicated visit to Taiwan. The delegation, led by Chair Nathalie Loiseau, met with President Lai Ching-te, Minister Lin, and officials from relevant agencies for in-depth exchanges on strengthening social resilience and addressing FIMI and hybrid threats.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses its sincere appreciation for the European Parliament’s recognition and support of Taiwan’s democratic resilience expertise. Taiwan will continue to bolster exchanges and cooperation with the European Union and other like-minded partners to jointly defend against FIMI and hybrid threats from authoritarian regimes and make ever greater contributions to peace, security, and prosperity across the Indo-Pacific and the world.
", "Date": "2026/9/16 下午 06:33:00", "Data Source": "Department of European Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "The European Parliament resolution(https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/TA-10-2026-0286_EN.pdf);", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123196", "title": "Foreign Minister Lin accompanies Vice President Hsiao on trip to Italian island of Ventotene for Second European Conference of Ventotene for Freedom and Democracy", "Text": "September 14, 2026
No. 430
On September 11, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung accompanied Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao as she visited the Italian island of Ventotene to attend the Second European Conference of Ventotene for Freedom and Democracy at the invitation of Vice-President of the European Parliament Pina Picierno and Head of the European Parliament Liaison Office in Italy Carlo Corazza. Their visit was made with the full support of President Lai Ching-te and in accordance with his guidance for diplomatic policy toward Europe.
In the evening, Vice President Hsiao joined Vice-President Picierno, columnist and former Italian Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs Gianni Vernetti, and Italian media figure Antonio Talia for a panel entitled “From the Indo-Pacific to the Mediterranean: for freedom and against totalitarianism.” The conference was attended by over 100 guests, including members of the European Parliament, prominent political figures from like-minded countries, key civil society activists, media figures, and academics.
As they arrived at the venue for the event, Vice President Hsiao and Minister Lin were welcomed on behalf of the organizers by Vice-President Picierno, who expressed appreciation to Vice President Hsiao for accepting the invitation and attending in person. In her remarks, Vice President Hsiao said that Ventotene held important symbolic significance in Europe’s fight against totalitarianism, its pursuit of freedom, and its promotion of European integration. Observing that Taiwan had also experienced an era of authoritarian rule and a challenging period of democratization, she said that this year marked 30 years since Taiwan’s first direct presidential election and that Taiwan deeply appreciated that freedom and democracy were not easily won. Vice President Hsiao added that, in light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and faced with growing military intimidation, gray-zone tactics, economic coercion, and other challenges, Taiwan continued to bolster national defense, economic security, and whole-of-society resilience while strengthening its response capabilities in such areas as communications, energy, and critical infrastructure.
Vice President Hsiao went on to emphasize that no island was too small to have a voice, and that no island or society were too small to deserve respect. She said that Taiwan would continue to work with Europe and global democratic partners to defend freedom, human dignity, and democracy. Later, she exchanged views with other panelists on the lessons of the Russia-Ukraine war for Taiwan, Taiwan-US-China relations, Taiwan’s international participation, Taiwan-Europe cooperation and related prospects, and other issues.
Following the panel, Vice President Hsiao and Minister Lin attended a dinner hosted by Vice-President Picierno. During the meal, they engaged in warm and cordial interactions and exchanges with Mr. Corazza, Chair of the European Parliament’s Delegation to the EU-UK Parliamentary Partnership Assembly Sandro Gozi, Mayor of Ventotene Carmine Caputo, and other prominent political figures.
During a conversation with Vice-President Picierno, Minister Lin mentioned that this trip to accompany Vice President Hsiao was his third visit to Italy since assuming office. He explained that during last visit, he had visited the northern Italian industrial powerhouse of Milan, which had attracted significant investment from Taiwanese businesses such as GlobalWafers, TCC, and HIWIN Technologies, advancing substantive economic relations between Taiwan and Italy.
During their stay in Ventotene, Vice President Hsiao and Minister Lin also met with Chair of the Renew Europe Group in the European Parliament Valérie Hayer. They exchanged views on the shared challenges facing Taiwan and Europe, including security issues, economic coercion, and fostering whole-of-society resilience. Minister Lin and Chair Hayer, who is a French national, also discussed Taiwan-France semiconductor cooperation, Taiwan’s ability to support Europe’s reindustrialization efforts, and other matters.
The Second European Conference of Ventotene for Freedom and Democracy was organized with the guidance of the European Parliament and the support of the local government in Ventotene. The event sought to harness the collective strength of the international community to safeguard such universal values as freedom, democracy, and human rights in the face of challenges currently being posed by authoritarianism around the world.
The island of Ventotene is celebrated as the birthplace of European federalism. With this year marking the 40th anniversary of the death of European parliamentarian Altiero Spinelli—a prominent advocate of European federalism—the organizers used this year’s conference to commemorate Mr. Spinelli’s contributions to European integration.
During her trip, Vice President Hsiao also visited two historically significant sites—the Cisterne Romane and the Museo Storico Archeologico—with a view to promoting cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between Taiwan and Italy. (E)
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No. 425
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomes the establishment of the Panama-Taiwan Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group by the National Assembly of Panama, which will deepen parliamentary exchanges and the democratic partnership between the two countries.
The friendship group was officially inaugurated during a ceremony at the National Assembly on September 8. A total of 45 legislators joined, including President of the National Assembly Shirley Castañedas, First Vice President of the National Assembly and Cochair of the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) Manuel Cohen Salerno, Second Vice President Manuel Cheng, Chair of the Foreign Relations Committee Joan Manuel Guevara, IPAC Cochair Ronald Ameth De Gracia, and Medin Jiménez, who will serve as chair of the friendship group. Membership accounts for more than 60 percent of all lawmakers in the National Assembly.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung was invited to record a video message for the occasion, underscoring the friendly cross-party momentum and staunch support for Taiwan in the National Assembly. Minister Lin extended sincere congratulations on the launch of the friendship group and stated that Taiwan and Panama shared such common values as democracy, freedom, and respect for human rights. He anticipated that the friendship group would help enhance parliamentary diplomacy, expand cooperation and exchanges across domains, and advance the welfare of the peoples of both nations, creating mutual benefit and coprosperity.
Over the past six months, more than 20 Panamanian legislators have visited Taiwan. Minister Lin actively encouraged members of the National Assembly friendly to Taiwan to build consensus and promote the formation of the friendship group. The group’s smooth establishment marks a historic milestone in the resumption of exchanges between Taiwan and Panama.
Additionally, US Congressional Taiwan Caucus Cochair Mario Díaz-Balart recorded a video congratulating the National Assembly on the founding of the friendship group. In it, he affirmed that Taiwan and Panama shared the core values of prosperity, freedom, and democracy. Citing his own experience cochairing the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, he said that he fully understood the significance of the friendship group’s establishment. Also via video, Taiwan Legislator and IPAC Cochair Fan Yun extended felicitations to the National Assembly on establishing the friendship group, noting that it would serve as a new platform for exchanges and cordial interactions between Taiwan and Panama. Representatives from embassies of like-minded countries and diplomatic allies in Panama—including the United States and Paraguay—attended the event to offer congratulations, highlighting their support for the strengthening of democratic alliances.
MOFA expresses its appreciation to Panamanian supporters of Taiwan across all sectors for their steadfast backing. It will continue to work closely with the National Assembly and the friendship group to actively further parliamentary diplomacy and bolster the Taiwan-Panama partnership. (E)
", "Date": "2026/9/9 下午 05:01:00", "Data Source": "Department of Latin American and Caribbean Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "Caption 3: Chair Jiménez delivers his remarks.(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/123136/ef7597dc-cd78-4aed-9f8b-25c2f8537057.jpg);Caption 2: President Castañedas (fifth left), First Vice President Cohen Salerno (second left), Second Vice President Cheng (fourth right), Chair Guevara (second right), IPAC Cochair De Gracia (third right), Chair Jiménez (fifth right), and other members of the friendship group attend the ceremony.(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/123136/bc7dfbce-0118-4054-8896-947e1af011ce.jpg);Caption 1: Minister Lin offers congratulations via video on the establishment of the friendship group, which holds historic significance for restarting Taiwan-Panama exchanges.(https://ws.mofa.gov.tw/001/Upload/403/relpic/272/123136/2f06e93a-8233-4698-a297-872a0e030eb3.jpg);", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123035", "title": "Foreign Minister Lin concludes successful visit to Palau for PIF-related events", "Text": "September 3, 2026
No. 415
From August 27 to September 3, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung led a delegation to the Republic of Palau, a diplomatic ally of Taiwan, and attended events related to the 55th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders’ meeting. He engaged in extensive exchanges with representatives of Taiwan’s Pacific allies and like-minded countries, strengthening Taiwan’s cooperation with Pacific partners. Minister Lin returned to Taiwan on the evening of September 3, concluding the successful trip.
On behalf of Taiwan, Minister Lin attended the opening ceremony of the PIF and presided over the Taiwan Night event, which was jointly hosted by Taiwan and Palau. At the invitation of Palau President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr., he toured the Pacific Prosperity Exhibit with prominent political figures of Palau and representatives from such like-minded countries as the United States, Japan, and Australia. Together, they witnessed the fruits of Taiwan’s cooperation with its Pacific allies and like-minded countries in low-carbon energy, social empowerment, smart agriculture, smart health care, digital resilience, infrastructure, and other areas. These achievements highlighted joint efforts to satisfy development needs, strengthen resilience, and advance sustainability in the Pacific.
Minister Lin also attended the 30th Taiwan/ROC-Forum Countries Dialogue, which was chaired by President Whipps, to exchange views with leaders from Taiwan’s allies on talent development, regional exchanges and connectivity, and other issues. He proposed a comprehensive approach that integrated the aspects of education, training, employment, and certification and leveraged Taiwan’s experience in technical and vocational education and industrial talent development. This would support allies in cultivating a labor force that met the needs of society and industry, bolster youth employment, and establish a stronger talent base for long-term national development.
Furthermore, Minister Lin discussed with leaders of allied nations the promotion of sustainable and mutually beneficial trade and economic cooperation, as well as feasible approaches to using allies’ funds to invest in Taiwan’s capital markets. He stated that the goal of such endeavors would be to share the opportunities and outcomes created by Taiwan’s economic development with diplomatic allies through investment and industrial linkages and thereby expand bilateral collaboration in finance, industry, and economic development.
Following the meeting, Minister Lin and the leaders of Taiwan’s three Pacific allies signed a joint statement reiterating the 1992 PIF leaders’ decision regarding their relations with Taiwan/ROC. The statement also recognized Taiwan’s pragmatic contributions to the Pacific region over the years in such areas as agriculture, fisheries, health care, education, technical assistance, talent training, and community development. It showcased the mutual trust, friendship, and foundation for cooperation built by Taiwan and its Pacific allies.
During the visit, Minister Lin and President Whipps witnessed the progress of several Taiwan-Palau cooperation projects that spanned health care, green energy, energy transition, sustainable development, and other fields. This involved a visit to Belau National Hospital, the opening of a golf demonstration park, the groundbreaking ceremony of a Taiwan-Palau hydrogen initiative, and the launch ceremony of the One Stop Shop solar power project and an electric bus project.
Besides meeting with prominent political figures and traditional leaders of Palau, Minister Lin visited the state of Peleliu to gain a better understanding of the area’s electric power system and development needs. This information will serve as important reference for the planning of future projects that further deepen bilateral cooperation.
While engaging with the government and various sectors of Palau, Minister Lin emphasized that bilateral interactions should extend beyond the governmental level to civil society and industry. He added that the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project could be used to spur direct people-to-people exchanges, business collaboration, and the sharing of development benefits.
In addition, Minister Lin stated that tourism and investment were crucial to connecting the people and linking the economic development of the two countries. Looking ahead, Taiwan would encourage more citizens to visit Palau for tourism purposes and urge enterprises and private capital to invest in Palau, which would drive the development of the tourism, services, infrastructure, and other sectors. He added that by combining Taiwan’s economic vitality with Palau’s outstanding nature, culture, and development potential, a mutually beneficial cooperation model could be gradually established with the participation of government, businesses, and individuals.
Minister Lin also shared Taiwan’s experience in adopting drones and other emerging technologies to assist with public services and social development. He pointed out that Taiwan could introduce its advanced technologies and applications to allies through technology diplomacy. This would expand the use of technology in agriculture, environmental monitoring, disaster response, infrastructure, remote area services, and other fields, which would in turn improve the efficiency of public governance and help build a more convenient, safer, and more sustainable living and development environment.
Meanwhile, Minister Lin welcomed the announcement made by the US government during the PIF that it would collaborate with Taiwan to promote such projects as the relocation of Belau National Hospital and a drinking water sampling project in Palau. This further demonstrated the determination of like-minded countries to work together to respond to the development needs and enhance the resilience of Pacific nations. Before returning to Taiwan, Minister Lin attended a briefing hosted by Palau on the hospital’s relocation and exchanged views with relevant parties on the future direction of the initiative.
Minister Lin and representatives from like-minded countries held a meeting to discuss how to provide mutual support, leverage one another’s complementary strengths, and integrate resources to assist Pacific allies in enhancing their resilience, economic development, and sustainable growth.
In addition, Minister Lin pointed out that, with Palau hosting the PIF this year, the event had special significance. He said that the visit had given him the chance to fortify Taiwan-Palau ties and expand Taiwan’s exchanges and cooperation with other Pacific allies, the PIF, and like-minded countries. He mentioned that Taiwan had long participated in the PIF as a development partner and, like other Pacific countries, faced challenges with respect to climate change, energy security, economic development, and regional security. He reiterated that Taiwan supported the common vision of the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.
In recent years, Taiwan has coordinated the use of resources from across government agencies, industries, and civil society to advance the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project and promote integrated diplomacy. Moving forward, Taiwan will continue to transform existing intergovernmental collaboration to let even more people and businesses participate and benefit. In the areas of talent development, tourism exchanges, investment cooperation, and emerging technologies and applications, Taiwan will further align its development momentum with allies’ needs.
Taiwan will also continue to serve as a trustworthy development partner in the Pacific that is willing to make long-term investments and work with regional partners to create a more resilient, prosperous, and sustainable Blue Pacific future through talent, capital, technology, and regional linkages. (E)
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No.414
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly refutes the false claims made in a joint statement released by China and Egypt, including that Taiwan was an inseparable part of China.
The joint statement was issued following Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s state visit to Egypt on September 1 and 2. The document seriously distorts and ignores the objective status quo. MOFA solemnly protests and strongly condemns China’s government for continuing to manipulate the international community, for demanding that the governments of other nations accept its unilateral political narrative that disrupts peace and stability, and for issuing absurd statements that denigrate Taiwan’s sovereignty.
MOFA reiterates that no narrative aiming to undermine the nation’s sovereignty can change the objective reality that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country and that neither it nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. China’s attempts at coercion only further strengthen Taiwan’s determination to defend its free and democratic system and oppose authoritarian expansionism. MOFA calls on the international community to recognize historical facts and objective realities and not be manipulated or misled by malicious political narratives spread by China’s government. (E)
", "Date": "2026/9/3 下午 03:25:00", "Data Source": "Department of West Asian and African Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123002", "title": "Notice of website maintenance", "Text": "The Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (https://en.mofa.gov.tw), its subdomains, and the Minister’s Mailbox (https://eyes.mofa.gov.tw/en) may experience intermittent connection issues due to routine maintenance on Saturday, September 5, from 9:00 to 12:00 (Taipei time). We apologize for any inconvenience.
", "Date": "2026/9/3 上午 10:16:00", "Data Source": "Public Diplomacy Coordination Council", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123008", "title": "MOFA strongly condemns China for again engaging in unilateral, provocative actions that raise tensions in South China Sea and region", "Text": "September 2, 2026
No. 410
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) condemns in the strongest possible terms the so-called “combat readiness patrols” that China’s People’s Liberation Army conducted on September 2 in airspace and waters near Minzhu Reef. China’s actions interfered with routine operations of other countries’ vessels and aircraft and were therefore dangerous, irresponsible, and highly provocative.
MOFA has consistently opposed unilateral and illegal efforts by any side in the South China Sea aimed at power expansion, including gray-zone coercion, militarization, and any other behavior that undermines peace. It calls on China to abide by international law, uphold the principle of peaceful dispute settlement, and respect the common desire of countries in the region for peace and stability.
Taiwan will continue to cooperate with like-minded countries and regional partners to jointly safeguard peace and stability in the South China Sea, protect freedom of navigation and overflight, and ensure a free, open, peaceful, and stable international order. (E)
", "Date": "2026/9/2 下午 04:02:00", "Data Source": "Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123016", "title": "MOFA welcomes public statements by US Department of State affirming Taiwan-US cooperation on assisting Taiwan’s Pacific allies", "Text": "September 2, 2026
No. 409
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes a US Department of State media note, issued on September 1, entitled “Promoting Pacific Prosperity: US Engagement at the Pacific Islands Forum.”
The media note emphasized that the US commitment to the security and prosperity of Pacific island nations was steadfast and enduring, serving as a core pillar of America First foreign policy. It also cited major cooperation initiatives between Taiwan, the United States, and like-minded countries—including hospital relocation and drinking water sampling projects in Palau—promoting the development of Taiwan’s Pacific allies and the broader region.
Additionally, in response to media inquiries on August 29, the Department of State said that the United States strongly backed Taiwan’s continued participation in the Pacific Islands Forum, highlighting Taiwan as a reliable, like-minded, and democratic partner that made significant contributions to prosperity and economic development across the Pacific.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung welcomes continued US public support and recognition of Taiwan’s international participation and contributions to regional development. Minister Lin is also pleased to see the ongoing expansion of concrete Taiwan-US cooperation in the Pacific and other regions. He anticipates that Taiwan-US relations, Taiwan’s partnerships with diplomatic allies and like-minded countries, and prosperity and stability worldwide will continue to flourish under the mutually complementary strategies of Taiwan’s integrated diplomacy and the United States’ commercial diplomacy. (E)
", "Date": "2026/9/2 下午 03:53:00", "Data Source": "Department of North American Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=123015", "title": "MOFA response to erroneous article by Solomon Islands media outlet claiming Taiwan uses financial assistance to secure diplomatic ties", "Text": "September 2, 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemns a malicious report published on September 1 by Solomon Islands media outlet Solomon Star. The report clearly deviated from the facts, erroneously stating that Taiwan used financial assistance to secure diplomatic recognition.
First, numerous statements in the report, including the claim that Taiwan offers cash gifts to prominent political figures in Palau, are completely untrue. Furthermore, Taiwan’s cooperation initiatives with Palau and other diplomatic allies, including Palau’s use of funding provided by Taiwan, focus on meeting local needs and uphold the administrative procedures of both parties. In such instances, Taiwan follows the same principles used by other like-minded countries in collaborative projects in the Pacific region.
By offering financial assistance to support the national development of diplomatic allies, Taiwan seeks to not only strengthen ties with its partners but also fulfill its obligations as a responsible member of the international community. Taiwan’s related policies emphasize investment in allied countries and encourage domestic manufacturers and enterprises to participate. Over the years, these efforts have yielded tangible results in such areas as clean energy, health care, and infrastructure for Taiwan’s allies.
Previously, foreign media have reported that certain Solomon Islands media outlets were receiving funding from China, casting doubt on the independence and impartiality of those outlets. It is regrettable that this most recent misleading article by Solomon Star reinforces such concerns and falls short of journalistic independence, fairness, and professionalism.
Taiwan has always upheld the spirit of the Pacific Way when interacting with nations in the region. Through the integrated diplomacy policy promoted by Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung and the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, Taiwan engages in exchanges and cooperation with its allies, other friendly countries in the region, and the Pacific Islands Forum.
As a responsible member of the Pacific family and a force for good, Taiwan has long contributed to regional peace and prosperity initiatives, with its efforts receiving wide recognition. In the future, Taiwan will continue to uphold shared ideals and move forward hand in hand with other nations in the Pacific.
", "Date": "2026/9/2 下午 03:53:00", "Data Source": "Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122998", "title": "Taiwan actively promotes UN participation, calls for a UN that delivers for all", "Text": "September 2, 2026
No. 408
The 81st session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly will open on September 8 at the UN headquarters in New York. The General Debate will take place from September 22 to 26 and on September 28. The theme of this year’s General Debate will be “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations that Delivers for All.”
Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Baushuan Ger held a special press conference on September 1 to communicate to the public the Taiwan government’s 2026 campaign and strategy for promoting Taiwan’s UN participation and to urge the UN to accept Taiwan’s involvement at the earliest possible juncture.
Noting that Taiwan was an important and responsible member of the international community, Vice Minister Ger said that Taiwan not only faced the same global challenges encountered by other nations but was also confronted by China’s ongoing and escalating threats across the Taiwan Strait and throughout the region.
Vice Minister Ger explained that Taiwan needed to participate in relevant multilateral mechanisms to protect its national interests and the rights of the 23.5 million Taiwanese people. More importantly, he said, over many years Taiwan had accumulated abundant experience and capabilities in addressing issues of common global concern. He stated that Taiwan was willing to share its know-how and contribute expertise through the UN system and other multilateral mechanisms so as to jointly advance global welfare.
Vice Minister Ger pointed out that the root cause of the exclusion of the 23.5 million people of Taiwan from the UN was China’s distortion of the content of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 and its efforts to conflate the resolution with the so-called “one China principle,” falsely claiming that China represents Taiwan in the UN system. He said that China’s actions were an attempt to legally negate the fact that the ROC (Taiwan) was a sovereign country and inappropriately deny Taiwan’s legitimate right to participate in the UN system.
Vice Minister Ger stressed that in recent years China had continued to escalate its threatening behavior across the Taiwan Strait and broader Indo-Pacific region, employing such gray-zone tactics as military intimidation, cyberattacks, and economic coercion in an attempt to unilaterally change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and the region. Pointing out that in July China had implemented its Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, he said that China sought to use this domestic law to engage in transnational repression, which was a serious infringement of freedom, democracy, and human rights everywhere. In response, he observed, the United States, the European Union, Australia, and other members of the international community had expressed a high level of concern. In the face of the dynamic regional situation, the Taiwan government would staunchly maintain peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, safeguard the nation’s sovereignty and security, and continue to work with allies and like-minded nations to defend the front lines of freedom and democracy while steadily and pragmatically promoting Taiwan’s participation in international organizations.
This year, Taiwan’s UN campaign is focusing on three key aspects:
1. Drawing attention to the fact that UNGA Resolution 2758 only addressed China’s right to representation within the United Nations. The resolution neither dealt with Taiwan’s sovereignty nor precluded Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the UN system. The UN Should identify appropriate ways of including Taiwan’s participation in the UN system so that Taiwan can contribute its expertise and experience to help accelerate the realization of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
2. Firmly maintaining the status quo and ensuring peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. This is the mainstream public opinion in Taiwan and the widely held and staunch position of the international community. It has also received extensive support among Taiwan’s democratic partners. Peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait are indispensable to global security and prosperity.
3. Committing to the peaceful settlement of disputes and staunchly defending the international legal order. Any attempts or actions to disrupt the status quo across the Taiwan Strait contravene the principles enshrined in the UN Charter prohibiting the threat or use of force and requiring the peaceful settlement of disputes.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) this year would again request that diplomatic allies’ permanent representatives to the UN send a joint letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and that diplomatic allies speak up for Taiwan during the General Debate. The joint letter would strongly promote the three points outlined above.
Moreover, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung would publish an op-ed entitled “Restoring trust: Taiwan’s rightful place in the free world” to communicate the Taiwan government’s stance to the world. The op-ed would underline that only by following the principles set out in the UN Charter and treating every member of the international community in a fair and just manner could the UN win back the international community’s confidence.
Vice Minister Ger went on to thank the Legislative Yuan for once again organizing a cross-party delegation of legislators to travel to New York to impart to the UN community the steadfast support of the people of Taiwan for the government’s bid to participate in the UN system. He also mentioned that MOFA would host related side events and conduct a promotional campaign in New York while the General Assembly was in session.
Located along the Indo-Pacific’s first island chain, Taiwan is a key hub for global semiconductor supply chains. Peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait are integral to global well-being. Taiwan is also an indispensable and vital force in the UN’s efforts to manage transformation. The government of Taiwan once again calls on the UN system to recognize the legitimate right of the 23.5 million people of Taiwan to participate in international affairs and to promptly seek appropriate ways to include Taiwan. Only in this way can the UN truly realize its commitment to leave no one behind and being a UN that delivers for all. (E)
September 1, 2026
No.405
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) refutes and condemns in the strongest possible terms claims made by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Kyrgyz Republic that repeat the fallacy of the “one China principle,” exposing China’s authoritarian ideology and its aim to disrupt international stability and peace.
On September 1, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a joint declaration on a comprehensive strategic partnership for high-quality development for the new era and a treaty on permanent good-neighborliness, friendship, and cooperation between China and Kyrgyzstan. The documents contain language that seriously undermines Taiwan’s sovereignty. With China again using its interactions with other countries in international settings to spread its rhetoric, MOFA urges the Kyrgyz government not to acquiesce to China’s distorted and false narratives.
The ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country; neither it nor the PRC is subordinate to the other. This undeniable and objective fact also constitutes the status quo across the Taiwan Strait. No statements or arguments intended to denigrate Taiwan’s sovereignty can change this reality.
MOFA once more urges the international community to address China’s long-standing practice of using various modes of coercion and enticement to influence the sovereign decisions of other governments. As well as being used to suppress Taiwan, this tactic poses a serious challenge to global democracy and the international rule of law.
Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with like-minded countries and defend the democratic front line. MOFA reiterates that no matter what forms of economic coercion or diplomatic intimidation Taiwan faces, it will remain firmly committed to integrating with the world and demonstrating national resilience. (E)
", "Date": "2026/9/1 下午 03:31:00", "Data Source": "Department of West Asian and African Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122982", "title": "MOFA welcomes visit by permanent representatives to WTO of Haiti and Belize", "Text": "August 31, 2026
No. 403
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) extends its warmest welcome to Ambassador Madsen Chérubin, Permanent Representative of Haiti to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva, and Ambassador Harold Young, Permanent Representative of Belize to the United Nations and other organizations in Geneva. They are visiting Taiwan from August 31 to September 4.
Permanent Representative Chérubin is a veteran diplomat who has previously served as special adviser to the prime minister, ambassador to Brazil, and minister counselor at the Embassy of Haiti in the Dominican Republic. Permanent Representative Young has a background in academia and formerly held faculty positions at universities in Belize and the United States. Since assuming their posts at the WTO, they have rendered Taiwan significant assistance and strong support.
During their trip, the permanent representatives will call at the Judicial Yuan, the Ministry of Finance, the Office of Trade Negotiations under the Executive Yuan, and the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF). They will also attend a luncheon hosted by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chen Ming-chi and visit leading technology companies. This will give them the opportunity to witness Taiwan’s current development in the fields of trade, the economy, technology, and democracy.
Amid the rapidly changing international geopolitical and economic landscape, Haiti and Belize have been staunch diplomatic allies to Taiwan. MOFA looks forward to further deepening cooperation with these two countries, thereby advancing a shared vision of mutual prosperity. (E)
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No. 064
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung was joined by colleagues on August 26 as he presided over the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Zhongyuan Pudu prayer ceremony on the eve of this annual festival.
The ceremony was attended for the first time by embassies and missions of 12 diplomatic allies and 12 friendly nations. Their presence at this traditional Taiwanese folk activity did much to promote cultural exchange and deepen friendship.
In addition to partaking in the traditional rituals of the ceremony, the guests from Saint Lucia, the Marshall Islands, Paraguay, Belize, Eswatini, the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, South Korea, the Philippines, Canada, and other participating nations brought offerings that were presented alongside the flowers, fruits, vegetables, meats, and fish on display.
Among these guests, the representatives of Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines brought some of their nations’ most popular snack foods, while those from the United States and Canada offered beer and maple syrup, respectively. The gifts added an international touch to proceedings, symbolizing unity and shared prosperity.
In addition, Minister Lin specially prepared brightly colored bags of a well-known local snack printed with auspicious messages designed to invoke good fortune, peace, and prosperity. He presented these to ambassadors and representatives attending the event to convey his best wishes for their success and well-being.
Thanks to the invitations extended to foreign diplomats, this year’s observances not only helped uphold a traditional Taiwanese folk custom but also communicated that Taiwan cherishes its friendships with diplomatic allies and like-minded nations, as well as its hope that the international community will continue to advance understanding and jointly safeguard world peace through exchanges and cooperation. (E)
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No. 400
From August 27 to September 3, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung will lead a delegation to the Republic of Palau, a diplomatic ally of Taiwan, to attend events related to the 55th Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) leaders’ meeting.
During his trip, Minister Lin will attend the 30th Taiwan/ROC-Forum Countries Dialogue, hosted by the PIF Secretariat, and the Pacific Prosperity Exhibit, hosted by Palau. Together with representatives of Palau, other diplomatic allies, and like-minded countries and partners in the Pacific, Minister Lin will witness the achievements of Taiwan’s cooperation with nations in the Pacific region over recent years in such areas as digital resilience, renewable energy, infrastructure, climate change adaptation, smart health care, and social empowerment.
Minister Lin will also engage in exchanges with representatives of Pacific allies and partners on the sidelines of the PIF to exchange views on such issues as strengthening Taiwan’s relations with their countries and jointly safeguarding peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.
In addition, Minister Lin will meet with Palau President Surangel S. Whipps, Jr. and Vice President Raynold B. Oilouch and visit Belau National Hospital and other initiatives promoted by Taiwan and Palau under the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, thereby gaining a deeper understanding of their implementation and future directions.
To showcase the spirit of integrated diplomacy, Taiwan’s delegation has also invited representatives from the Asia Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce, the Entrepreneur Club, and Taiwan’s energy, technology, food, construction, and organic agriculture industries to take part in the Pacific Prosperity Exhibit and related exchanges and activities. The joint efforts of the public and private sectors, coupled with Taiwan’s strengths in digital technology, smart health care, energy transition, sustainable development, and other spheres, will help further advance technological exchanges, industrial cooperation, and investment opportunities.
To achieve President Lai Ching-te’s policy vision of transforming Taiwan into an economy on which the sun never sets, the government has prioritized the Five Trusted Industry Sectors to execute the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project and its eight flagship programs, integrating resources from government agencies, industries, and civil society. Through integrated diplomacy, it has been linking Taiwan’s advantages in technology, industry, talent, and cooperation development to the needs of allies and like-minded countries with the aim to change the nature of cooperation from bilateral exchanges to regional partnerships.
This policy direction is closely aligned with sustainable development, resilience building, regional cooperation, and other important goals of Palau and the PIF. Taiwan will continue to leverage its experience in national development and industrial transformation to produce substantive outcomes through its mutually beneficial relations with allies and other partners, enabling these achievements to further resonate with these countries and generate a virtuous cycle.
Taiwan has long supported the PIF’s 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent and will continue to partake in the Pacific Resilience Facility and other initiatives that are essential to regional shared interests. Over the years, Taiwan has shared experiences with PIF member states through scholarships, professional training courses, public governance, technological cooperation, and other means to jointly increase regional development and resilience. These efforts reflect Taiwan’s long-term commitment to serve as a Pacific development partner.
The government of Taiwan will continue to uphold the spirit of the Pacific Way and respect PIF decisions and the autonomous choices by individual member states. As a development partner, Taiwan will keep building on the existing foundation of trust and cooperation to work with the PIF and its member states through the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project and integrated diplomacy to promote peace, stability, prosperity, and sustainable development in the Pacific and Indo-Pacific regions and safeguard the rules-based international order. (E)
August 25, 2026
No. 397
On August 21, Taiwan and the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) completed an exchange of official letters on Taiwan’s donation of US$2 million for the second phase of the Chinese Taipei Trust Fund (CTTF), which is to be dispersed over a five-year period.
The funding will assist small island developing states in enhancing their fisheries capacity through financial, scientific, and technological support. The allocation will further strengthen Taiwan’s participation in regional fisheries organizations and help Taiwan fulfill its obligations as a member of the international distant-water fishing community.
Taiwan is a founding member of the WCPFC. It launched the first phase of the CTTF in 2016 with an initial donation of US$2 million that was spread over five years. This helped Taiwan realize the spirit of the WCPFC Convention and demonstrates its commitment to assisting island nations in building up their domestic fishery industries.
The CTTF has enabled Tuvalu, the Marshall Islands, Palau, and other nations, as well as related intergovernmental international organizations, to promote 30 fisheries capacity development plans. It has effectively bolstered the fisheries capacity of small island developing states in the WCPFC and demonstrated Taiwan’s role as an important contributor to and leading partner in global ocean governance.
Through the CTTF, Taiwan will further deepen cooperation with small island developing states, assisting them in strengthening implementation of WCPFC conservation and management measures, as well as their ability to manage tuna stocks. Taiwan and its partners will jointly enhance the long-term conservation and protection of Western and Central Pacific fishery resources and ensure mutual well-being. The initiative is a concrete example of Taiwan prioritizing the prosperity of its allies.
Taiwan will continue to work with regional partners to guide Western and Central Pacific fisheries toward a sustainable and inclusive future that embodies shared success. It will use the CTTF as a platform to highlight the fact that Taiwan can help and lead.
As an important Western and Central Pacific fisheries management organization, the WCPFC is committed to the conservation and management of tuna and other highly migratory fish stocks to ensure the sustainable use of regional fisheries resources.
Since joining the WCPFC in 2004, Taiwan, by the name of Chinese Taipei, has actively participated in WCPFC meetings and conservation and management initiatives, thereby safeguarding its fisheries rights and fulfilling its international obligations. (E)
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No. 396
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly refutes the false claims made in a joint statement issued on August 24 following a meeting between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and King Abdullah II of Jordan.
The document contained fallacies that gravely distort reality, including false and unwarranted references to the so-called “one China principle,” denigrating Taiwan’s sovereignty.
The ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country, and neither it nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. This is the long-standing and objective reality commonly acknowledged by the international community.
The status quo across the Taiwan Strait and the fact that the ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country cannot be altered by any nation’s unilateral and inappropriate claims. Coercion by China in any form will only strengthen Taiwan’s resolve to defend its free and democratic system and resist authoritarian expansion.
MOFA strongly denounces the government of China for repeatedly using meetings with the heads of state of other nations to publish false statements that seek to undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty and mislead international public opinion. It calls on the international community to take a clear-eyed view of Beijing’s totalitarian and expansionist nature and to jointly reject China’s malicious lies.
MOFA reiterates that Taiwan will intensify its commitment to upholding the common values of freedom and democracy, working with diplomatic allies and like-minded nations, and continuing to do all it can to maintain peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and throughout the region. (E)
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly protests the Mandarin-language in-flight announcement by Etihad Airways that downgraded Taiwan’s status.
MOFA solemnly reiterates that the ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign, independent country and that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. These are objective facts and the internationally recognized status quo. Any improper practice that diminishes Taiwan’s sovereign status is wholly unacceptable to its government and people.
MOFA has instructed the Commercial Office of Taipei, Dubai, UAE to lodge a solemn protest with Etihad Airways headquarters and has coordinated with the Civil Aviation Administration to contact Etihad Airways representatives in Taiwan. Taiwan has demanded that the airline rectify the improper terminology, issue an apology, and implement corrective measures. MOFA will continue to closely monitor developments to staunchly defend Taiwan’s dignity and sovereignty.
August 20, 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs immediately responded to Uganda’s recent obstruction of entry by Taiwanese citizens by instructing the Taiwanese Representative Office in Somaliland, which also oversees Uganda, to handle the situation. MOFA also had it coordinate with the Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce in Uganda to actively engage in communication with the Ugandan government. Ugandan airport immigration authorities returned all four confiscated Taiwanese passports on August 19.
MOFA solemnly reiterates that the ROC (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. This objective fact is recognized by the international community.
China’s false narratives are politically motivated and aim to belittle Taiwan’s sovereignty. They are entirely futile and cannot change the objective reality. Instead, they further highlight the authoritarian nature of China’s external pressure tactics.
MOFA calls on all governments to uphold the principles of professionalism and pragmatism, eliminate unnecessary political interference, and respect Taiwan’s legitimate passports and travel documents. This will help preserve the rights and interests of both countries while pursuing regular economic and trade relations and people-to-people exchanges.
August 18, 2026
No. 389
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns and categorically refutes comments made by Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, in a media interview with Al Jazeera on August 16. In his remarks, Prime Minister Anwar erroneously and absurdly implied that Taiwan was a separatist province of China and openly justified China’s position on the use of force to annex Taiwan. These statements seriously jeopardized regional peace and stability.
MOFA reiterates that the ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign, independent country and that neither it nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. These facts cannot be changed by anyone making false claims.
Malaysia is a democratic nation, and Prime Minister Anwar has long cast himself as a defender of democracy and human rights. MOFA urges him to uphold the universal values of democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law and respect and defend the will of the people. Political rhetoric that endorses the threat of force to unilaterally change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait serves to alienate the Taiwanese people, who are committed to safeguarding their democracy. It also severely damages political mutual trust between Taiwan and Malaysia, and goes against the aspirations of the people of Malaysia, who cherish peace and democracy.
MOFA notes that Taiwan and Malaysia have long enjoyed close economic and trade ties. Given the strong correlation between national sovereignty and economic security, Prime Minister Anwar’s partisan support for China may have a negative impact on the confidence of Taiwanese businesses planning to invest in Malaysia.
Taiwan will continue to firmly uphold the universal values of democracy, freedom, and human rights. It will further collaborate with like-minded countries to jointly resist authoritarianism and maintain peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. (E)
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No.384
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has learned that on the afternoon of August 12, three ROC (Taiwan) nationals—a business traveler and accompanying family members—had their passports withheld by immigration officials upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport in Kampala, the capital of Uganda. Although the nationals were eventually granted entry, the officers unreasonably demanded that they produce Chinese passports to receive entry stamps before having their Taiwan passports returned, stating that the measure was part of Uganda’s “one China policy.”
The incident follows another recent episode, in which officials at the airport confiscated the passports of two Taiwan nationals, one of whom was subsequently deported.
MOFA promptly gained an understanding of the situation, and the Taiwan Representative Office in the Republic of Somaliland, which covers consular affairs related to Uganda, immediately provided necessary care and assistance to the affected nationals.
The government of Uganda has yet to officially announce any adjustments to its visa and entry requirements for Taiwan nationals. However, in consideration of recent cases of Taiwan nationals encountering difficulties entering Uganda, MOFA urges nationals to carefully consider the necessity and potential risks of travel and advises them to postpone their journeys. MOFA also reminds nationals who are in Uganda to remain vigilant and stay in touch with the representative office in Somaliland. The office and other relevant overseas missions will continue to monitor the situation, negotiate with the Ugandan government, and offer appropriate assistance to affected nationals.
Nearly 70 Taiwan nationals are currently in Uganda. Around 35 Taiwanese businesses have investments in the country, which contribute to local job creation. In recent years, a growing number of Taiwanese tourists have visited Uganda, bringing significant economic benefits.
MOFA expresses serious concern over the recent entry restrictions targeting Taiwan nationals at Uganda’s airport. It urges the Ugandan government to face the internationally recognized reality that the ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent nation and that neither it nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. MOFA calls on Uganda to refrain from imposing inappropriate and politically motivated border controls that interrupt normal bilateral exchanges and harm mutual interests.
In the event of a crisis or emergency in Uganda, MOFA reminds nationals to seek necessary assistance by calling the emergency hotline of the Taiwan Representative Office in the Republic of Somaliland at +252-636-292-616 or the MOFA emergency hotline for overseas nationals at +886-800-085-095. (E)
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No. 382
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung affirms and welcomes the joint statement issued by the United States and 40 other countries on August 11 expressing concern over recent missile testing in the Pacific Ocean.
The joint statement pointed out that recent missile testing in the Pacific did not adhere to standard notification and coordination practices adopted by most nations, and it called for all countries to establish transparent and regularized advance notification arrangements to reduce the risk of miscalculation and unexpected escalation.
Minister Lin commends the United States and other members of the international community for conveying their concern over the security of the Indo-Pacific region and demonstrating the importance they attach to this issue. He also once again condemns China for taking various coercive actions that disregard regional stability.
Published by the US Department of State, the statement was jointly issued by the United States, Japan, South Korea, the Marshall Islands, Palau, the Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, and 33 other countries.
Minister Lin also welcomes a statement made on August 11 by a US official at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva. The official expressed concern over the fact that China had not provided sufficient and appropriate prelaunch notification for the test-firing of a submarine-launched ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean on July 6.
China continues to significantly expand militarily, seeking to unilaterally change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific through such gray-zone tactics as military intimidation, economic coercion, cognitive warfare, and intrusions by military aircraft and vessels. These actions not only pose a threat to Taiwan but also present a grave challenge to security and peace in neighboring countries and the region.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region has become an international consensus and is in the interests of all parties in the region. As a responsible member of the international community, Taiwan will continue to work closely with the United States and other like-minded partners to jointly uphold peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific. (E)
August 12, 2026
No. 381
On behalf of the people and government of the ROC (Taiwan), Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung conveys his deepest condolences to the people and government of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, a Pacific ally of Taiwan, on the loss of Iroijlaplap Michael Kabua, who passed away on August 11 at the age of 81. Minister Lin also expresses sympathies to the Kabua family.
Iroijlaplap Kabua worked his entire life to maintain and strengthen ties between Taiwan and the Marshall Islands. He visited Taiwan on numerous occasions and established cordial relations with all sectors of Taiwan’s society. He was a strong proponent of traditional Marshallese culture, values, and national identity. He was respected and loved by the Marshallese people, and his contributions to Marshallese society and traditional culture were widely recognized.
Iroijlaplap Kabua’s passing is not only a great loss for the Marshall Islands. Taiwan is bereft of a great and good friend. MOFA expresses great sadness, and it will always remember Iroijlaplap Kabua’s support of and contributions to the bilateral relationship. His staunch support of traditional Marshallese culture and of Taiwan-Marshall Islands ties will long be cherished by the people of both countries. (E)
August 12, 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns China’s unilateral announcement on August 11 that it would conduct so-called “joint operations” and “navigation exercises” with the Indonesian navy in waters off the east coast of Taiwan. China’s reckless and irresponsible behavior in repeatedly disregarding international norms and responsibilities continues to escalate regional tensions.
Following China’s claim that Indonesia would participate in the so-called “exercises,” Taiwan immediately sought clarification from the relevant parties and requested further details from the Indonesian government. Nevertheless, among all stakeholders near the first island chain, only the Beijing authorities have engaged in such malicious, provocative, and irresponsible unilateral actions, which seek to destabilize and threaten the region.
MOFA emphasizes that Taiwan, as a responsible member of the region, will uphold its consistent stance of safeguarding its territory, actively protect its sovereignty and sovereign rights in the waters off its east coast, and work with all parties in the region to jointly ensure freedom of navigation and regional security and stability.
August 7, 2026
No. 372
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung affirms and welcomes the joint statement issued following the 3rd Australia-Philippines Defense Ministers’ Meeting on August 7. The statement reaffirmed the importance of cross-strait peace and stability, opposed any unilateral action to change the status quo, and encouraged dialogue rather than coercion or the use of force.
The meeting was held in Darwin, Australia, and was attended by Australian Minister for Defence Richard Marles and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Teodoro Jr.
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, Australia, and the Philippines are like-minded partners that share the common values of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. 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)
July 31, 2026
No. 354
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the ROC (Taiwan) and the Taiwan Institute of Economic Research will convene the Ketagalan Forum: 2026 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue at the Grand Hyatt Taipei on August 4. This will be the 10th edition of the forum. The event has become one of the premier international conferences on strategy and security in Taiwan. MOFA anticipates that this year it will once again serve as a platform for fostering dialogue and cooperation among participants.
On the special occasion of the forum’s 10th edition, MOFA is privileged to welcome Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Eswatini Russell Dlamini and Chairman Emeritus of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee Michael McCaul (R-TX), who will serve as opening keynote speakers. Furthermore, former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada Chrystia Freeland and former Prime Minister of Finland Sanna Marin―both of whom are visiting Taiwan for the first time―will deliver a keynote address at the luncheon and in the afternoon, respectively.
The event will also be attended by 12 prominent political leaders, parliamentarians, scholars, and experts from nine countries across the Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, and Latin America. They will engage with their Taiwanese counterparts in discussions on the practice of democratic resilience, construction of joint defenses for the Indo-Pacific region, and the shaping of non-red supply chains.
In addition, a campaign to express concern and to counter China’s Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress will be launched. As part of this campaign, like-minded allies and partners in the international community will be encouraged to collectively monitor China’s attempts at extraterritorial jurisdiction and transnational repression, unite in countering this law, and together forge a resilient global defense.
Updates on related information will be available on the Ketagalan Forum website (www.ketagalanforum.tw ). Proceedings will be live streamed on the Ketagalan Forum channel, which can be reached via a link on the website. (E)
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No. 352
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announces that it will donate NT$5 million to assist in Japan’s reconstruction efforts following a 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28.
Based on the deep friendship between Taiwan and Japan, the donation aims to help local residents recover as quickly as possible. The disaster caused numerous casualties, the collapse of many buildings, and damage to roads and other infrastructure, and the area continues to face the threat of aftershocks.
MOFA has also launched a fundraising campaign, with the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund opening a special account for related private sector donations.
Taiwan and Japan maintain robust bilateral relations, and their peoples enjoy close bonds. Over the years, the peoples and governments of the two countries have helped each other during emergencies, bolstering this profound friendship.
In response to the Kumamoto earthquake, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung emphasizes that Taiwan has always stood with Japan and that Taiwan is more than willing to lend a helping hand whenever needed, thereby assisting with Japan’s disaster recovery. In addition, Minister Lin sincerely invites all members of Taiwan’s society to show solidarity with the earthquake victims as they rebuild their homes and return to normal life. (E)
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No. 348
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announces that it will cease accepting visa applications from Moroccan nationals effective July 30 based on the principle of reciprocity in bilateral exchanges. Exceptions will only be made if special approval is given.
Morocco’s embassy in Japan notified Taiwanese travel agencies on July 23 that it would temporarily stop accepting applications for visa confirmation letters (VCL) from Taiwanese nationals. Subsequent inquiries confirmed that the Moroccan government had also instructed its other embassies and consulates worldwide to implement this measure. Taiwanese nationals who received a VCL before July 20 will still be permitted to enter Morocco for business or tourism purposes during their visa’s validity period.
Because Taiwanese nationals were not eligible for Moroccan e-visas, they could only travel to the country for short-term business or tourism activities by applying for VCLs at Moroccan embassies. Morocco’s decision to stop issuing such VCLs will create new obstacles for Taiwanese nationals who intend to travel to Morocco, thereby negatively impacting bilateral exchanges.
MOFA urges the Moroccan government to maintain convenient arrangements for business and tourism travel between Taiwan and Morocco and to resume regular people-to-people exchanges as soon as possible.
MOFA will closely monitor future developments in the Moroccan government’s visa policy regarding Taiwanese nationals and adjust its visa policy for Moroccan nationals accordingly. (E)
", "Date": "2026/7/30 下午 06:07:00", "Data Source": "Department of West Asian and African Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122718", "title": "MOFA condemns China’s decision to hold live-fire exercises on July 23 and 24 in western Taiwan Strait", "Text": "July 23, 2026
No. 340
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns China for suddenly announcing on July 23 that it would hold live-fire exercises on July 23 and 24 in portions of the Taiwan Strait. MOFA calls on China to engage in rational conduct, show self-restraint, and immediately cease its military provocations and gray-zone intrusions.
The announcement was issued as a navigation warning by China’s Zhangzhou Maritime Safety Administration, which also established a restricted zone. This provocative action by China has blatantly violated international norms, severely affected regional security and stability, and jeopardized maritime and air traffic.
The ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country and neither it nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. As a responsible member of the Indo-Pacific region, Taiwan has remained committed to the maintenance of peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and the region. In contrast, China has betrayed its nature as a troublemaker in flouting the collective expectations of the international community for regional security by unilaterally engaging in military coercion in the waters of the Taiwan Strait, which has increased regional tension.
MOFA calls on the international community to jointly condemn China for hegemonic behavior that unilaterally disrupts the status quo and threatens regional security. The ROC (Taiwan) government will continue to coordinate closely with like-minded nations to staunchly defend the universal values of freedom and democracy, uphold the rules-based international order, and ensure peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and Indo-Pacific region. (E)
", "Date": "2026/7/23 下午 03:25:00", "Data Source": "Department of Policy Planning", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122706", "title": "MOFA strongly refutes false claims regarding Taiwan in joint statement by China and Thailand", "Text": "July 21, 2026
No. 336
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) solemnly condemns the false claims made in a joint statement issued on July 20 between the governments of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Kingdom of Thailand.
The document, released following a meeting on July 18 between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul in China, contained absurd statements, including that Taiwan was an inalienable part of China. Thailand also expressed that it firmly supported China’s peaceful reunification and “one country, two systems” policy and that it would not support any call for the independence of Taiwan.
MOFA strongly protests the Chinese government’s repeated dissemination of erroneous narratives denigrating Taiwan’s sovereignty. MOFA also expresses disappointment and regret over the Thai government’s disregard for facts and deference to China’s attempts to undermine Taiwan’s sovereign status.
MOFA reiterates that the ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country and that neither it nor the PRC is subordinate to the other. Taiwan will not tolerate China’s repeated attempts to use bilateral statements to spread false narratives that seek to unilaterally change the cross-strait status quo through cognitive warfare.
As Taiwan and Thailand enjoy close commercial and trade ties, as well as robust people-to-people exchanges, Taiwan urges Thailand to cherish the long-standing friendship between the two countries and refrain from constantly aligning with China’s efforts to suppress Taiwan. Otherwise, Thailand and other countries may face negative consequences as a result of China’s campaign to undermine regional peace and stability. (E)
July 18, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung welcomes and affirms the report Common Understanding—The Threats and Challenges We Face: Assessment of the EU’s Strategic Environment, adopted by the Foreign Affairs Council of the European Union on July 13.
The document points out that China’s increasingly assertive behavior in the South and East China Seas and across the Taiwan Strait could have a growing impact on European and Indo-Pacific security, stability, and prosperity. It also highlights that change of status quo around the Taiwan Strait would have a profound impact on global security, and underlines that the security of the Indo-Pacific and of Europe are more interlinked than ever.
The report identifies China as a key enabler of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. It notes that at the center of the transformation of the international order lies the determination of some powers, led by Russia and China, to establish regional dominance and reshape the global order in line with their interests. The document adds that China’s asymmetric advantages over the EU makes it a critical long-term strategic challenge.
China has recently intensified its military and other coercive measures across the Taiwan Strait and in the East and South China Seas and other regions. It has also expanded its economic influence through nonmarket means and continued to support Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. These actions have raised serious concerns throughout the international community, impacted regional security, and challenged the rules-based international order.
As a responsible member of the international community Taiwan will continue to work with the EU and other like-minded partners to jointly defend such universal values of democracy, freedom, and the rule of law and make greater contributions to global security, stability, and prosperity.
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No. 330
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announces that in order to uphold ROC (Taiwan) national dignity and maintain border security, it has decided to suspend entry facilitation measures currently applicable to Cambodian nationals—including conditional visa-free entry through the Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) scheme and the Project for Simplifying Visa Regulations for High-end Group Tourists from Southeast Asian Countries—effective August 1, 2026.
MOFA notes that since August 2018, Cambodian nationals have been eligible for conditional visa-free entry through the Online Application for ROC (Taiwan) TAC scheme, the Project for Simplifying Visa Regulations for High-end Group Tourists from Southeast Asian Countries, and other entry facilitation initiatives. These measures aimed to foster greater understanding of Taiwan among the government and people of Cambodia through increased bilateral exchanges.
However, the Cambodian government has long failed to respond to Taiwan’s goodwill with parity and reciprocity. Further, it has repeatedly and publicly aligned with China by issuing inappropriate statements denigrating Taiwan’s sovereignty and even implicitly supporting a future attempt by China to annex Taiwan through the use of force. These actions have undermined Taiwan’s national dignity and hurt the feelings of its people.
Additionally, a number of major transnational fraud cases have been linked to Cambodia in recent years. These negative developments have attracted significant attention and raised deep concern across all sectors of Taiwan’s society. Therefore, MOFA has decided to suspend entry facilitation measures for Cambodian nationals.
MOFA emphasizes that Cambodian nationals who plan to visit Taiwan in the future must apply for appropriate visas at Taiwan’s overseas missions. Moving forward, the resumption of entry facilitation measures for Cambodian nationals will be evaluated in accordance with the Cambodian government’s policies toward Taiwan. (E)
", "Date": "2026/7/17 下午 08:18:00", "Data Source": "Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122671", "title": "MOFA announces one-year extension of trial visa-free entry for nationals of New Southbound Policy partner countries Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines from August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027", "Text": "July 17, 2026
No. 329
In line with efforts to promote the New Southbound Policy (NSP), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) convened a meeting on April 21 with relevant government agencies on further improving visa measures for nationals of NSP partner countries traveling to Taiwan. The meeting conducted a comprehensive review of existing visa and entry measures, focusing on the trial visa-free entry program for nationals of Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines; the Project for Simplifying Visa Regulations for High-end Group Tourists from Southeast Asian Countries, overseen by the Tourism Administration, Ministry of Transportation and Communications; and conditional visa-free entry through the Online Application for ROC (Taiwan) Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) scheme for nationals of Southeast Asian countries, overseen by the National Immigration Agency, Ministry of the Interior.
After evaluating the effectiveness of the above measures in past years, the relevant agencies decided to extend the trial visa-free entry program for one year for nationals of Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027.
In addition, the Project for Simplifying Visa Regulations for High-End Group Tourists from Southeast Asian Countries will be extended for a further year through December 31, 2027, and the conditional visa-free entry through the TAC scheme will remain in place, with both continuing to apply to nationals of India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, and Laos. Nationals of Cambodia will no longer be eligible for these two initiatives from August 1, 2026.
MOFA will continue to review and fine-tune visa policies, with a view to strengthening bilateral relations and attracting more visitors while ensuring border and public security. MOFA will also continue to communicate with the governments of related countries to enhance visa treatment for Taiwan nationals and make their overseas travel more convenient. (E)
", "Date": "2026/7/17 下午 06:36:00", "Data Source": "Bureau of Consular Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122638", "title": "MOFA reiterates Taiwan’s position on South China Sea; calls on all parties to jointly safeguard regional peace and stability", "Text": "July 12, 2026
No. 320
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) reaffirms that the sovereignty claims and relevant policies of the ROC (Taiwan) regarding the South China Sea Islands remain unchanged. Taiwan adheres to the following four principles for South China Sea issues:
1. Disputes in the South China Sea should be resolved peacefully in accordance with international law and the law of the sea, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea;
2. Taiwan should be included in multilateral dispute settlement mechanisms;
3. Relevant countries have an obligation to safeguard freedom of navigation and overflight in the South China Sea; and
4. The ROC advocates addressing South China Sea disputes in line with the principles of setting aside differences and promoting joint development. Through negotiations conducted on the basis of equality, it is willing to work with other countries to advance regional peace and stability and protect and develop South China Sea resources.
In accordance with these principles, Taiwan continues to actively work with relevant countries to promote stability in the South China Sea and uphold the values of peace, humanitarianism, ecology, sustainability, and prosperity in the region through five concrete actions: protection of fishing rights, participation in multilateral consultations, scientific collaboration, providing humanitarian assistance, and encouraging research on the law of the sea.
Taiwan is a responsible member of the international community and a key stakeholder in the South China Sea. MOFA reiterates that Taiwan must not be excluded from any discussions concerning its rights and interests or the norms of conduct in the region so as to ensure the legitimacy of such discussions.
As a reliable maritime partner, Taiwan’s claims to sovereignty and rights over the South China Sea Islands are based on international law and the law of the sea. Using Taiping Island as a base, Taiwan promotes maritime cooperation, environmental conservation, humanitarian assistance, and scientific research in the South China Sea, fully demonstrating its commitment to advancing regional peace, stability, and joint development.
MOFA opposes any unilateral expansionism, gray-zone coercion, militarization, and other behaviour that undermines peace in the South China Sea. It calls on all relevant parties to strictly abide by international law, honor the principle of peaceful settlement of disputes, and refrain from taking any actions that escalate tensions, create conflict, and undermine regional peace and stability. Taiwan will continue to work with like-minded countries and regional partners to jointly uphold peace, stability, and freedom of navigation and overflight in the South China Sea, and ensure a free, open, peaceful, and stable international order. (E)
July 11, 2026
No. 319
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly refutes false claims made in a statement released following a meeting between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah during the latter’s state visit to China on July 10. The statement referred to the falsehood of the “one China principle” and seriously infringed upon Taiwan’s sovereignty.
MOFA reiterates that the ROC (Taiwan) is an independent, sovereign country, that neither it nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other, and that Taiwan has never been a part of the PRC. These long-standing, objective facts are recognized by the international community and reflect the status quo across the Taiwan Strait. Unilateral claims by any nation cannot change the established fact that Taiwan is a sovereign nation. Taiwan’s determination to staunchly defend its democratic system will not waver in the face of China’s coercion and threats.
MOFA strongly condemns China’s government for repeatedly using meetings with other heads of state to issue statements that undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty and mislead international opinion. Namibia’s subservient behavior also disregards international realities. MOFA calls on the international community to recognize Beijing’s expansionist authoritarian nature and jointly push back against its malicious lies. MOFA reiterates that Taiwan will steadfastly uphold the values of freedom and democracy and collaborate with allies and like-minded nations to maintain peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and in the region. (E)
", "Date": "2026/7/11 下午 04:02:00", "Data Source": "Department of West Asian and African Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122630", "title": "MOFA response to European Parliament recommendation supporting deeper Taiwan-EU cooperation and reiterating importance of cross-strait peace and stability", "Text": "July 9, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung warmly welcomes a recommendation adopted by the European Parliament on July 7 on the changing geopolitical situation in East Asia and the need for closer cooperation with like-minded partners in the region. The document urges the European Union to deepen cooperation with democratic partners such as Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea; reiterates the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait; and opposes any actions that unilaterally change the status quo through force or coercion. Minister Lin expresses his sincere appreciation to the European Parliament for continuing to take concrete action in support of Taiwan.
The recommendation notes that Taiwan is a trusted and key democratic partner of the European Union in East Asia and that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the South China Sea are of significant strategic interest to the European Union, as well as vital to global security and prosperity. It advises the European Union to enhance cooperation with like-minded partners, including Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and ASEAN countries. Building on such existing mechanisms as the trade and investment dialogue, it recommends that the European Union and Taiwan establish a comprehensive and structured cooperation framework. At the same time, the text backs Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations and technical forums, calls to uphold freedom of navigation and overflight in the South China Sea and the Taiwan Strait, and encourages members of the European Parliament to bolster parliamentary diplomacy with Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan.
The recommendation once again underscores the importance that the European Parliament attaches to Taiwan and cross-strait peace and stability. It also marks another substantive expression of staunch support for Taiwan, following the 2023 resolution on EU-Taiwan trade and investment relations, the 2024 resolution on the misinterpretation of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 by the People’s Republic of China and its continuous military provocations around Taiwan, and the 2025 annual reports on the implementation of the EU Common Foreign and Security Policy and Common Security and Defence Policy.
Taiwan will continue to strengthen cooperation with the European Union and like-minded partners to jointly safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region, collectively defend the rules-based international order, and actively make further contributions to global peace, security, and prosperity.
July 6, 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns the attack on veteran media figure Akio Yaita in Taichung on July 6 by a Chinese resident of Hong Kong. The incident highlights China’s transnational repression of individuals worldwide and efforts to expand its authoritarian influence through violence.
MOFA reiterates that the Chinese government’s barbaric use of transnational repression to intimidate, harass, and interfere with the citizens of Taiwan and other countries violates international human rights, infringes on the sovereignty of nations, and brazenly crosses the bottom line of the rule of law. Such actions are absolutely unacceptable.
The attack marks the first instance of China engaging in transnational repression through violence since enacting the Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law. MOFA further calls on the international community to jointly oppose China’s transnational repression and challenge its unprincipled legislation and violent behavior.
MOFA will continue to coordinate closely with relevant government agencies and the international community on associated measures, strengthen the emergency response and assistance mechanisms of overseas missions, and enhance cooperation with other countries so as to ensure the safety of nationals traveling abroad and foreign citizens in Taiwan.
", "Date": "2026/7/6 下午 03:50:00", "Data Source": "Department of Policy Planning", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122617", "title": "MOFA response to China’s test-firing of a strategic missile into Pacific", "Text": "July 6, 2026
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemns China for its July 6 launch of a strategic missile into the Pacific Ocean, an act that undermined regional peace and stability and provoked international concern.
At a time when the international community is striving to maintain global peace and security, China has disregarded the need for regional stability and continues to engage in actions that threaten the peaceful status quo.
In recent years, China has persistently used gray-zone tactics such as military intimidation, economic coercion, and cognitive warfare in an attempt to unilaterally change the status quo in the Indo-Pacific. This has increased regional tensions and posed a serious challenge to the rules-based international order. China’s test-firing of a strategic missile underlines that using military deterrence as a political tool does not benefit regional peace and stability but rather increases concern about China’s expansionism among nations in the region.
MOFA stresses that upholding peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific is a common interest of global concern. Any unilateral escalation of tensions, disruption of the status quo, or military intimidation of other countries is inconsistent with international expectations and the interests of related countries. It also runs counter to the United Nations Charter, which calls for the peaceful settlement of disputes. China should remain rational and restrained and avoid behaviors that increase the risk of miscalculation or jeopardize regional security.
As a responsible member of the international community, Taiwan will continue to work closely with like-minded nations to jointly uphold peace, stability, and prosperity in the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region.
", "Date": "2026/7/6 下午 03:43:00", "Data Source": "Department of Policy Planning", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122608", "title": "Taiwan government to open office in Arizona, advancing Taiwan-US exchanges and cooperation", "Text": "July 3, 2026
No. 307
The Taiwan government has decided to establish the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Phoenix, Arizona, to enhance services for Taiwan businesses and overseas compatriots in the United States and promote bilateral investment. Preparations are currently underway.
Taiwan and the United States continue to deepen cooperation and exchanges in trade, technology, education, and supply chains. Phoenix, the capital of Arizona, is an important and rapidly growing city in the southwestern United States. As Taiwan’s semiconductor manufacturers and related supply chain companies continue to expand their investments in the area, Phoenix has progressively developed into a sizeable and strategically significant technology industry cluster. It has become a vital hub for Taiwan and the United States to jointly build reliable and highly resilient technology industry supply chains.
The decision by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) to establish an office in Phoenix is based on the new Taiwan-US high-tech industrial cooperation landscape, the increasing number of Taiwan enterprises and overseas compatriots in Arizona and surrounding areas, and the ever-closer interactions between Taiwan and various US state and municipal governments.
Moving forward, the Phoenix office will help bolster ties between Taiwan, the state government of Arizona, and the municipal government of Phoenix. The new office will respond promptly to the investment and operational needs of Taiwan companies and promote bilateral cooperation in such domains as the economy, trade, technology, supply chains, culture, education, and people-to-people exchanges.
The Phoenix office will also provide more convenient consular services to overseas compatriots, Taiwan nationals, and Taiwan enterprises in Arizona and New Mexico. Once established, it will become Taiwan’s fourteenth office in the United States. Taiwan’s existing offices are located in Washington, DC, New York, Boston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Seattle, Houston, Chicago, Honolulu, Denver, Miami, and Guam.
MOFA will continue to work with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States and its other US offices, building on solid foundations to further the mutually beneficial Taiwan-US partnership and promote exchanges and industrial cooperation at the local level. (E)
", "Date": "2026/7/3 下午 06:09:00", "Data Source": "Department of North American Affairs", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122584", "title": "MOFA strongly opposes China’s Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law; urges international community to jointly counter authoritarian expansionism", "Text": "July 1, 2026
No. 303
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expresses strong condemnation and solemn opposition to the Chinese government’s enactment on July 1 of the so-called Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law. Through this domestic legislation, China is attempting to exercise long-arm jurisdiction and transnational repression, thereby expanding its threats against and intimidation of the people of Taiwan and other countries, while seriously infringing on the sovereignty of all nations and violating international human rights.
MOFA notes that the above law, in the form of domestic legislation, explicitly grants jurisdiction over organizations and individuals outside China. It serves as a legal pretext for China to expand its long-arm jurisdiction and transnational repression, posing a significant threat to global freedom, democracy, and human rights. In the future, individuals worldwide whose words or actions are deemed unacceptable by China may be targeted or prosecuted under this law. The international community must unite in condemning China’s repeated attempts to advance authoritarian expansionism through domestic legislation.
Furthermore, multiple provisions of the law are based on ill-defined concepts, such as what China terms “undermining ethnic unity,” “creating ethnic division,” and “acting detrimentally to ethnic unity and progress.” This gives Chinese law enforcement agencies room for arbitrary interpretation, making it difficult for people to assess risks, which could lead to self-censorship and a chilling effect. Such measures severely contradict the principles of legal clarity and proportionality upheld by countries governed by the rule of law.
MOFA reiterates that the ROC (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country and that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. No domestic legislation enacted by China has any binding force over Taiwan, and China has absolutely no right to fabricate legal grounds to criminalize Taiwan’s people. As a free and democratic country, Taiwan guarantees its people the freedoms of speech and thought in accordance with the law. China has no right to comment on or interfere in these matters.
MOFA emphasizes that when authoritarian regimes export fear, democratic countries must enhance their social resilience; and that when authoritarian forces attempt to sow division, like-minded partners must deepen collaboration to mount a collective response. As an important member of the democratic camp, Taiwan will continue to leverage international cooperation to bolster social resilience and counter the Chinese government’s transnational repression. (E)
", "Date": "2026/7/1 下午 12:20:00", "Data Source": "Department of Policy Planning", "相關檔案": "", "相關連結": "", "相關圖片": "", "Related video": "" }, { "ArticleType": "0", "FileName": "", "Link": "", "Source": "https://en.mofa.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=1328&s=122587", "title": "MOFA launches international short film competition", "Text": "June 30, 2026
No. 302
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on June 30 the launch of the second edition of its annual international short film competition called #FindingTaiwan2.0: Where We Connect. MOFA invites filmmakers from around the world to compete for a total prize pool of NT$800,000. Entries may be submitted between July 1 and August 31, 2026.
The theme of this year’s contest highlights Taiwan’s links to the international community. MOFA welcomes entries that explore the connections between democracy, innovation, culture, technology, and people-to-people ties. Entrants are encouraged to draw on their own observations and perspectives to create narratives that enhance understanding of Taiwan.
The competition also features the Taiwan Panorama Special Award. Taiwan Panorama magazine has long introduced Taiwan to the international community through articles and photographs. The award has been established to mark the publication’s 50th anniversary. Participants are invited to explore the magazine’s online archives and reinterpret the historical images and reportage in new ways.
The film contest debuted last year, when the theme was finding and discovering Taiwan. Creators from Taiwan and all over the world enthusiastically took part and presented a diverse range of moving stories about Taiwan informed by many cultural perspectives. Entries showcased the diversity and warmth of Taiwan to a global audience.
Further details may be found at https://findingtaiwan2026.com.tw/en.
June 24, 2026
No. 288
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung welcomes and commends recent statements made by the United States based on its staunch support for Taiwan’s security, cross-strait peace and stability, and the international maritime order.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) notes that the Taipei Main Office of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT/T) expressed concern over the fact that China dispatched coast guard vessels to Taiwan’s eastern waters and harassed commercial ships. AIT/T clearly stated that China’s claims to jurisdiction over waters that have been peaceably administered by Taiwan for over 70 years seriously undermined regional stability and contravened China’s own statements that it would seek a peaceful resolution of disputes.
The AIT/T spokesperson further stated that the United States rejected any claim by China that it had the authority to interfere with freedom of navigation and overflight, the freedom to lay undersea cables, and other lawful uses of the sea. It urged China to cease its military, diplomatic, and economic pressure on Taiwan and to instead engage in meaningful dialogue with Taiwan’s democratically elected government.
MOFA points out that China’s government vessels have continued to make illegal intrusions in the waters east of Taiwan and in the waters near Taiping Island throughout the month of June. These vessels have improperly interfered with the free navigation of commercial ships. Such behavior, which undermines peace, stability, and the international order, has aroused serious concern among the international community.
MOFA reiterates that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other. Taiwan enjoys all rights and jurisdiction over its appertaining waters in accordance with international law and the law of the sea. China has no right to take illegal actions within Taiwan’s exclusive economic zone against any vessels exercising their right of freedom of navigation.
MOFA calls on China to stop escalating its threats against Taiwan and the region, as well as to cease its attempts to unilaterally change the status quo and undermine the international maritime order. MOFA will continue to collaborate with like-minded nations such as the United States to jointly safeguard lawful uses of the sea, including the freedom of navigation and overflight, and defend regional peace, stability and prosperity. (E)
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