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…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Czech parliamentarian Marek Benda, who is leading a four-member delegation in Taiwan, criticized China’s military threats in the Taiwan Strait and expressed gratitude to Taipei for its support of Ukraine. During a meeting with President William Lai at the Presidential Office, Benda emphasized that peace and stability in the Taiwan…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Leaders from China and Taiwan have expressed their congratulations to Donald Trump following his national election victory, even as questions arise about how his upcoming second term may affect relations across the Taiwan Strait. Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the need for China and the United States to establish a…
By Francis Tuschek, Staff Writer President William Lai welcomed Paraguayan Senate President Basilio Gustavo Nunez Gimenez yesterday as he visited to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation with Taiwan. Nunez, who arrived with a delegation on Monday for a five-day visit, referred to Paraguay as “not only a friend, but also a partner.” He emphasized…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Estonian Parliamentary Delegation A delegation from Estonia’s parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committee, led by Chair Marko Mihkelson, met with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Tien Chung-kwang in Taipei on Friday. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation and addressing the challenges of authoritarian expansionism. During the…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer The leader of one of Taiwan’s remaining diplomatic allies in the Pacific has stated that his country is facing increasing pressure from China to withdraw its support for Taipei. Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. also accused China of infringing on his nation’s exclusive economic zone, which is located north of…