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President Lai meets delegation from US-China Economic and Security Review CommissionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai meets delegation from US-China Economic and Security Review Commission

On the morning of June 25, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC), a body established by the US Congress. In remarks, President Lai thanked the members of the United States executive and legislative branches for visiting Taiwan and for conveying the message that the US stands with Taiwan.

President Lai attends opening of International Conference on Emergency Medicine 2024Photos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai attends opening of International Conference on Emergency Medicine 2024

On the morning of June 20, President Lai Ching-te attended the opening ceremony of the International Conference on Emergency Medicine (ICEM) 2024. In remarks, President Lai stated that one goal of his administration is to create an even healthier Taiwan and that we will continue to strengthen our capabilities in medicine and public health to enhance health for all and help make the world a better place.

President Lai holds press conference to mark first month in officePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai holds press conference to mark first month in office

On the morning of June 19, President Lai Ching-te held a press conference marking his first month in office titled “Building Trust through Policy Initiatives: A New Taiwan for an Era of Innovation” to announce the establishment of three committees at the Presidential Office: the National Climate Change Response Committee, National Whole-of-Society Resilience Committee, and Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee.

Presidential Office thanks G7 members for supporting peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan’s international participationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Presidential Office thanks G7 members for supporting peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan’s international participation

Following a communiqué issued by the leaders of the G7, which reaffirmed that maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait is indispensable to international security and prosperity, as well as supported Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations, Presidential Office Spokesperson Karen Kuo (郭雅慧) on June 15 expressed sincere thanks to the G7 members on behalf of the Presidential Office for once again demonstrating support for these issues through concrete actions.

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President Lai interviewed by Time magazine

In a recent interview with Time magazine, President Lai Ching-te responded to questions regarding diplomacy, cross-strait relations, the semiconductor industry, and Taiwan’s domestic economic development.

President Lai meets former United States Deputy National Security Advisor Matthew PottingerPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai meets former United States Deputy National Security Advisor Matthew Pottinger

On the morning of June 13, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by former United States Deputy National Security Advisor Matthew Pottinger. In remarks, President Lai thanked the delegation for visiting Taiwan, demonstrating their concern and support.

President Lai congratulates Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India on reelectionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai congratulates Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India on reelection

In response to the reelection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Republic of India’s 18th Lok Sabha (lower house of parliament) election, Presidential Office Spokesperson Kuo Ya-hui (郭雅慧) on June 5 stated that on behalf of Taiwan’s people and government, President Lai Ching-te offers his sincere congratulations to the government and people of India on the success of their parliamentary election completed through democratic processes. President Lai also said that he looks forward to continued

Presidential Office thanks Biden administration for announcing its 14th military sale to TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Presidential Office thanks Biden administration for announcing its 14th military sale to Taiwan

On June 5 (US EST), the United States government announced that it had notified Congress of the US$300 million sale to Taiwan of standard and non-standard spare and repair parts and related equipment for F-16 aircraft to improve Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities.

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President Lai meets International Peace Foundation Chairman Uwe Morawetz

On the morning of June 3, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by International Peace Foundation (IPF) Founder and Chairman Uwe Morawetz. In remarks, President Lai thanked the IPF for coming to Taiwan to promote the Taiwan BRIDGES event series with National Taiwan University (NTU), and advance educational exchanges and global peace together. The president said he is confident the program will not only benefit Taiwan’s scholars, but also deepen our international connections and enhanc

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President Lai meets WHA action team

On the morning of June 1, President Lai Ching-te met with members of Taiwan’s World Health Assembly (WHA) action team. In remarks, President Lai stated that standing on the front lines, the team fought for the human right to health for both Taiwan and the world. He also thanked the international community for their support for Taiwan. The president said that Taiwan is an indispensable member of the international community when it comes to ensuring global health security.