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Tsai vows to work with like-minded partners in advancing religious freedomPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai vows to work with like-minded partners in advancing religious freedom

President Tsai Ing-wen said March 11 that Taiwan is committed to working with like-minded partners on safeguarding freedom of religion and ending intolerance and persecution.

President Tsai meets Samuel Brownback, US Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious FreedomPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets Samuel Brownback, US Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom

President Tsai Ing-wen, accompanied by Vice President Chen Chien-jen, met with US Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom Samuel Brownback at noon on March 11. The president stated that Taiwan is very willing to work with the United States to contribute to religious freedom and democratic development. She also expressed hope for closer cooperation between Taiwan and the United States in the future, so as to strengthen our bilateral partnership.

President Tsai attends opening of A Civil Society Dialogue on Securing Religious Freedom in the Indo-Pacific RegionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai attends opening of A Civil Society Dialogue on Securing Religious Freedom in the Indo-Pacific Region

President Tsai Ing-wen attended the opening ceremony of "A Civil Society Dialogue on Securing Religious Freedom in the Indo-Pacific Region" on the morning of March 11. She said that the state should not try to control religious organisations, and that government should create an environment of tolerance and acceptance, and a respect for minorities and diversity.

President Tsai to visit Palau, Nauru, Marshall IslandsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai to visit Palau, Nauru, Marshall Islands

On the morning of March 12, the Office of the President held a press conference to announce that President Tsai Ing-wen will lead a delegation to visit Palau and Nauru, leaving from Taiwan on March 21, continuing on to the Marshall Islands to attend an international conference. The planned itinerary was presented by Deputy Foreign Minister Hsu Szu-chien (徐斯儉).

President Tsai convenes National Security Meeting, finalizes strategy and mechanisms for responding to PRC's
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President Tsai convenes National Security Meeting, finalizes strategy and mechanisms for responding to PRC's "one country, two systems model for Taiwan"

To effectively counter the immense national security challenge posed by China's "one country, two systems model for Taiwan," and to safeguard the Republic of China's national sovereignty, freedom, and democracy, President Tsai Ing-wen convened a National Security Meeting on March 11.

President Tsai meets delegation from International Federation of Gynecology and ObstetricsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets delegation from International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics

President Tsai Ing-wen met with a delegation from the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) on the morning of March 8. She praised the Taiwan Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology (TAOG) for helping Taiwan reach out to the world through their medical expertise, and emphasized that Taiwan will continue to strive to ensure the rights of women and children as well as women's rights globally.

VP Chen vows to advance global workplace health and safetyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Chen vows to advance global workplace health and safety

Vice President Chen Chien-jen said March 6 that the government is committed to advancing global workplace health and safety through expanded collaboration with partners at home and abroad.

Taiwan International Orchid Show gets underway in TainanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan International Orchid Show gets underway in Tainan

Taiwan International Orchid Show kicked off March 1 in the southern city of Tainan, showcasing the country’s complete supply chain and world-leading cultivation resources.

President Tsai meets Marshall Islands Nitijela Speaker Kenneth A. KediPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets Marshall Islands Nitijela Speaker Kenneth A. Kedi

President Tsai Ing-wen met with a delegation led by Speaker of the Marshall Islands Nitijela (Parliament) Kenneth A. Kedi on the afternoon of March 4. The president stated that Taiwan and the Marshall Islands will continue building an even closer partnership to bring about further results in all areas of cooperation.

President Tsai attends ceremonies to mark 72nd anniversary of 228 IncidentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai attends ceremonies to mark 72nd anniversary of 228 Incident

President Tsai Ing-wen attended the nation's main memorial ceremony to mark the 72nd anniversary of the 228 Incident on the afternoon of February 28, which was themed "Truth—Dignity—Moving Forward Together." In addition to presenting flowers to show respect for the victims, the president emphasized that her government's goal in pursuing transitional justice is to enable all persons residing in Taiwan to live each day with peace of mind—to read freely, express opinions freely, and build a better