Minister without Portfolio and chief trade negotiator John Deng represented Taiwan at a meeting of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) trade ministers Saturday to Sunday (Taipei time) in Bangkok, Thailand. Minister Deng held talks with other countries’ representatives regarding the preservation of free and open global trade and investment environments during the post-pandemic recovery phase.
The overwhelming call by the global community for Taiwan’s participation as an observer in the 75th World Health Assembly is deeply appreciated, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said May 21.
Minister without Portfolio John C. C. Deng and U.S. Trade Rep. Katherine Tai held a bilateral meeting May 20 in Bangkok, underscoring the commitment of both sides to further strengthening the robust economic relations, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A conference on ending gender-based violence was held by Taiwan and seven foreign representative offices under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework May 24-25 in Taipei City, underscoring the commitment of like-minded partners to advancing gender equality and human rights protection.
The government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) extends sincere congratulations to Australia on the successful conclusion of its federal election on May 21. Based on current results, the Australian Labor Party, led by MP Anthony Albanese, will be forming a new government.
Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu said Taiwan will continue to enhance its defense capabilities to maintain the cross-strait status quo while safeguarding its freedom and democracy, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A total of 137 reporters from 75 international media outlets in 20 countries are stationed in Taiwan as of May 15, an increase of over one-third since 2020, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affair.
Former Vice President Chen Chien-jen is representing Taiwan at the Second Global COVID-19 Summit convened virtually May 12 by U.S. President Joe Biden from the White House, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Indo-Pacific Formosa Club’s backing of Taiwan’s bid for meaningful participation in the activities, mechanisms and meetings of the World Health Organization is welcomed by the government and people, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs May 10.
An international review of Taiwan’s third national report on the implementation of the U.N. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights as well as International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights kicked off May 9 in Taipei City, underscoring the government’s commitment to safeguarding human rights.
