On the morning of June 25, 2018, President Tsai Ing-wen attended an opening ceremony celebrating the 15th anniversary of the founding of the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD). In addition to explaining Taiwan's democratic development, the president emphasized that only if like-minded countries work and stand together can we fight against unwanted economic, political, or military coercion, and defend the values we hold dear.

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 25 that Taiwan and like-minded countries must stand together against economic, military and political coercion so as to defend the shared values of democracy, freedom of speech, human rights and rule of law.

On the morning of June 26, President Tsai Ing-wen met with a delegation led by Susana Martinez, Governor of the State of New Mexico (US). In addition to thanking New Mexico for supporting Taiwan's international participation, the president also expressed hope that Taiwan and New Mexico can enhance energy policy and trade cooperation in the future.

On the afternoon of June 26, President Tsai Ing-wen met with experts, scholars, and think-tank representatives from around the world attending an international conference marking the 15th anniversary of the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD). The president said that Taiwan looks forward to a closer cooperative relationship with international democratic advocacy groups and individuals, so that we can all enjoy more of the fruits of democracy in the future.

President Tsai Ing-wen received the credentials of St. Lucia Ambassador Edwin Laurent at the Office of the President June 19 in Taipei City, vowing to further strengthen ties between Taiwan and the Caribbean ally.

During an interview with Agence France-Presse (AFP) on the morning of June 25, President Tsai Ing-wen responded to questions about Taiwan-US relations, cross-strait relations, Taiwan's international status and identity, and the summit between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

President Tsai Ing-wen met with the 2018 Mosaic Taiwan fellows on the morning of June 20. The president explained that although political factors make it difficult for Taiwan to participate in the international community, we will continue our active cooperation and dialogue with the international community, share our experiences, and contribute our knowledge and expertise to the world. She hopes that when the fellows return home, they'll share their impressions and perspectives about Taiwan with

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 15 that Taiwan is willing and able to share its considerable expertise and know-how in combating malaria with other countries and raise global health standards.

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 13 that Taiwan is committed to close defense and security cooperation with the U.S. so as to safeguard regional peace and stability.

President Tsai Ing-wen awarded June 12 U.S. Rep. Gregg Harper the Order of Brilliant Star with Grand Cordon at the Office of the President in Taipei City in recognition of his long-standing support for Taiwan and extensive contributions to strengthening bilateral relations.