For the 1st time in our nation's history, Taiwan has democratically initiated a constitutional amendment case. In 20 days, we have a chance to lower the voting to 18, but it will take record voter turnout - 9.65 million votes. Let's make this happen! #Vote
Taiwan has an actionable net-zero roadmap that will make us carbon neutral by 2050 but we have to do more and act faster, this includes passing "Climate Change Response Act" ASAP. #COP27
At our working dinner I heard strong G7 commitment to supporting a free and open, connected, prosperous and resilient Indo-Pacific, including by maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Realizing this vision is essential for tackling shared global challenges.
Later, #IPAC met with cross-party legislators @MPWangTingyu, Dr Fan Yun, @wanyu_npp and Huang Shih Chieh to discuss increasing parliamentary cooperation between Taiwan and democratic legislatures.
I was delighted to welcome @ZygisPavilionis at LY. We had a productive discussion regarding our shared vales and interests. I'm proud to have friends like you helping us to fight together against external threats and #autocracy. Here's to our enduring friendship!
Met with Leader of Golos @kiraincongress. All democratic partners must work together to back #Ukraine 🇺🇦. #Ukraine 🇺🇦 can depend on #Taiwan 🇹🇼 for support and we believe that freedom and democracy will prevail in #Ukraine 🇺🇦.
Today marks the 1000 days since Taiwan stood up the Central Epidemic Command Centre. As we reopen our boarders and welcome international visitors, let’s take a moment to thank everyone who has been with us throughout this fight.
Used my holiday morning to visit preparations for the #TaiwanEXPO to be held next week. Excited to showcase the best of Taiwan, EV’s, AI, Smart Heath, metaverse, food and culture. Open to public, free admission! 10/12-14 Reagan Center DC.
At this year’s 🇹🇼 National Day celebrations, we were treated to a diverse range of vibrant performances by #Taiwanese as well as some special guests from #Japan. Thank you all for adding colour to this important day for our country.
I spoke to @LesleyRStahl about cyber threats from China, PRC's weaponisation of trade and Taiwan's status as a producer of cutting-edge chips. I also shared why I believe as deeply as I ever have that the people of Taiwan are determined to defend our democracy and our homeland.
“If they annex Taiwan, people like me… will be perished,” Taiwanese Politician Wang Ting-Yu tells 60 Minutes if China annexes Taiwan, it’s unlikely to honor existing freedoms. His proof? Look at Hong Kong. cbsn.ws/3ytLyHI
Politician looks to HK for what would happen if China annexed Taiwan
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I discussed with representatives from the Taiwan intelligence community about PLA's timelines, our assessment of XJP post 20th Party Congress, and our intel cooperation with the U.S, and how to ensure international networks are safe and clean.
During a committee session, MinDef Chiu Kuo-cheng (邱國正) indicated that the U.S. has committed to accelerating the delivery of existing FMS cases, some of which will be delivered as fast as this year, including systems that are long-range, high-precision and mobile.