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President Tsai’s remarks for Lunar New Year

On the night before Lunar New Year’s eve, President Tsai Ing-wen wished a safe and happy New Year via video to her fellow citizens and friends around the world.

President Tsai delivers 2023 New Year’s AddressPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai delivers 2023 New Year’s Address

After attending the New Year’s Day flag-raising ceremony, President Tsai Ing-wen delivered her 2023 New Year’s Address in the Reception Hall of the Presidential Office. President Tsai announced that the government has designated four major goals for the coming year: caring for the public welfare, maintaining our economic momentum, safeguarding our national security, and fulfilling our responsibilities toward the region. The president said that we must remain united and combine our strengths so

Presidential Office thanks Biden administration for announcing its eighth military sale to TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Presidential Office thanks Biden administration for announcing its eighth military sale to Taiwan

In response to the United States government’s December 28 (US EST) announcement that Congress has been notified of the sale of approximately US$180 million of Volcano anti-tank systems to Taiwan, Presidential Office Spokesperson Xavier Chang (張惇涵) said that the Presidential Office is grateful to the US government for continuing to fulfill its security commitments to Taiwan in accordance with the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances.

President Tsai unveils Taiwan conscription reformPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai unveils Taiwan conscription reform

President Tsai Ing-wen held a press conference Dec. 27 at the Presidential Office to announce a new conscription plan that will extend the country’s obligatory military service period for males from four months to one year.

Tsai welcomes Team Taiwan’s WorldSkills competitors to Presidential OfficePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai welcomes Team Taiwan’s WorldSkills competitors to Presidential Office

President Tsai Ing-wen lauded the achievements of Team Taiwan’s delegation to the 2022 WorldSkills Competition during a special event at the Presidential Office in Taipei City Dec. 12, spotlighting the government’s commitment to cultivating professional excellence.

President Tsai will continue advancement of human rights, transitional justicePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai will continue advancement of human rights, transitional justice

President Tsai Ing-wen said Dec. 10 that Taiwan is committed to safeguarding human rights and promoting transitional justice to redress past judicial wrongs and maintain a democratic way of life.

President Tsai addresses 2022 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award ceremonyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai addresses 2022 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award ceremony

On December 10, Human Rights Day, President Tsai Ing-wen addressed the 2022 Asia Democracy and Human Rights Award ceremony via video at the invitation of the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy. President Tsai commended this year’s award winner, the US-registered non-governmental organization Fortify Rights, for their persistent efforts to raise awareness in the international community of the conditions faced by the Rohingya people.

Presidential Office thanks Biden administration for announcing its seventh military sale to TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Presidential Office thanks Biden administration for announcing its seventh military sale to Taiwan

In response to the US government's announcement on December 6 (US EST) that Congress has been notified of a US$428 million military sale to Taiwan that includes standard and non-standard spare parts for various aircraft, Presidential Office Spokesperson Xavier Chang (張惇涵) stated that the Presidential Office thanks the US government for once again taking concrete steps to fulfill its security commitments to Taiwan in accordance with the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances.

President Tsai meets World Medical Association President EnabulelePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets World Medical Association President Enabulele

On the afternoon of December 2, President Tsai Ing-wen met with a delegation led by World Medical Association (WMA) President Osahon Enabulele. In remarks, President Tsai thanked the WMA for its longstanding international advocacy in support of Taiwan and our World Health Organization (WHO) participation.

2022 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting delegation press conferencePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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2022 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting delegation press conference

On the morning of November 21, the Presidential Office held a press conference for our delegation to the 2022 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM) upon its return to Taiwan.