New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters Richard Sanders On Sunday, New Zealand’s foreign minister expressed “significant concern” regarding the Cook Islands’ imminent cooperation agreement with China. Prime Minister Mark Brown is scheduled to visit Beijing next week, where he is expected to sign a “joint action plan” aimed at establishing a “comprehensive strategic partnership” with…
Richard Sanders In a significant diplomatic meeting on Wednesday, Guatemalan President Bernardo Arevalo and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio underscored their commitment to democracy and international alliances, particularly with Taiwan. The two leaders convened in Guatemala City, where they formalized an agreement for Guatemala to accept migrants deported from the United States. Under the…
Francis Tuschek Taiwan’s generally pro-Israel policies have come under scrutiny, particularly following a recent op-ed in the Taipei Times that has left many observers in Taiwan incredulous. The article, penned by Israeli representative Yaron, drew controversial parallels between Taiwan and Israel, prompting sharp criticism from local activists. Aurora Chang, a human rights advocate and coordinator…
Richard Sanders The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expressed its appreciation for US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s remarks regarding the US’s “serious concern over China’s coercive actions against Taiwan” and its aggressive behavior in the South China Sea, following a call with his Chinese counterpart. In a statement, MOFA highlighted that the Chinese Ministry…
Jake Sanders On his inaugural day as Secretary of State, Marco Rubio issued a warning alongside Japan, India, and Australia against coercive actions in Asia, seemingly directed at China over its maritime activities. Rubio met with his counterparts from the Quad in Washington, just after President Donald Trump’s inauguration, where he pledged to counter China’s…
President William Lai (賴清德) awarded the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon to former Lithuanian foreign minister Gabrielius Landsbergis yesterday, honoring his significant contributions to Taiwan-Lithuania relations and expressing gratitude for his support of Taiwan’s democratic values. Landsbergis remarked during their meeting at the Presidential Office in Taipei that the camaraderie between Taiwan and…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer President Lai Ching-te has concluded his tour promoting Smart and Sustainable Development for a Prosperous Austronesian Region with a visit to Palau. On Friday morning, he and Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. attended a joint maritime rescue exercise at Malakal Harbor, showcasing the Taiwanese-built frigate, the “Yunlin.” In his address,…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer President William Lai arrived in the Marshall Islands today, following his visit to Hawaii as part of his Pacific tour. The Marshall Islands is one of the last 12 nations to officially recognize Taiwan. Upon his arrival in the capital, Majuro, Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine warmly welcomed Lai, who…
President Lai by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te is set to visit Hawaii and Guam during an upcoming Pacific trip, which has sparked strong criticism from China. In response, China may conduct military exercises near the island democracy. Lai’s journey will commence on Saturday, taking him to the Marshall Islands, Tuvalu, and…
by Martin Haffner, Associate Editor Former President Tsai Ing-wen is set to visit Canada next week, according to two diplomatic sources. Tsai, who completed her second term in May, will be in Nova Scotia to speak at the Halifax International Security Forum starting Friday. Her office indicated that details of her travel will be announced…