On the afternoon of September 20, President Tsai Ing-wen convened the 18th meeting of the Presidential Office Indigenous Historical Justice and Transitional Justice Committee. In introductory remarks at the meeting, President Tsai stated that revealing historical truth, constructing a historical narrative from the perspective of indigenous peoples, and engaging in more meaningful social dialogue are the tasks the committee should undertake. Expressing her belief that building an indigenous view

On the morning of September 20 (noon of September 19 local time in New York), President Tsai Ing-wen addressed the 2022 Concordia Annual Summit via video at the invitation of the non-profit organization Concordia.

On the evening of September 14, President Tsai Ing-wen attended the SEMICON Taiwan 2022 Leadership Gala Dinner. In remarks, President Tsai stated that the semiconductor sector is central to our plans to turn Taiwan into a major force in the global economy. The president said that we will work together with the industry and academia to develop the talent and technology to maintain Taiwan’s strategic advantage in this field.

On the morning of August 30, President Tsai Ing-wen attended the opening ceremony of the 2022 Regional Religious Freedom Forum – An Indo-Pacific Civil Society Dialogue on Religious Freedom in Challenging Times. President Tsai said that religious freedom is a universal human right, and that Taiwan is committed to advancing religious freedom at home and abroad, as we aim to provide a model of inclusiveness for the Indo-Pacific region. She also stated that in the Indo-Pacific, NGOs and civil societ

On the morning of August 23, President Tsai Ing-wen met with a delegation led by Japanese House of Representatives Member and Japan-ROC Diet Members’ Consultative Council Chairman Furuya Keiji. In remarks, President Tsai noted that Taiwan and Japan share a commitment to the values of democracy and freedom, enjoy a partnership of critical importance to security, and should continue deepening cooperation to ensure regional peace, stability, freedom, and prosperity.

President Tsai Ing-wen said Aug. 18 the government is ensuring the goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 remains a cornerstone to cementing the country’s position in the global economy.

President Tsai Ing-wen said Aug. 11 that the government is committed to defending Taiwan’s sovereignty and national security while holding the line of defense for democracy and freedom.

On the evening of August 4, President Tsai Ing-wen delivered recorded remarks on the live-fire military exercises China is conducting in areas around Taiwan.

On August 4, Presidential Office Spokesperson Xavier Chang (張惇涵) stated that beginning at approximately 1:56 pm this afternoon China fired a total of 11 Dongfeng series ballistic missiles into waters to the northeast, southwest, and east of Taiwan. The spokesperson asked the public to remain calm, as national security and military units immediately detected the missiles and activated the relevant defense systems to ensure national security.

President Tsai Ing-wen attended a forum on indigenous peoples’ rights Aug. 1 in Taipei City, reiterating government commitment to the country’s original inhabitants and enhancing public awareness of their culture, history and languages.