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Tsai reiterates commitment to expanding Taiwan’s international participationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai reiterates commitment to expanding Taiwan’s international participation

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 12 that Taiwan is committed to strengthening its meaningful contributions to the global community despite China’s efforts to suppress the nation’s international participation.

American Institute in Taiwan inaugurates new office complex in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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American Institute in Taiwan inaugurates new office complex in Taipei

The American Institute in Taiwan’s new office complex was inaugurated June 12 in Taipei City’s Neihu District, marking a historic milestone in Taiwan-U.S. relations.

President Tsai lauds robust Taiwan-Kingdom of Eswatini tiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai lauds robust Taiwan-Kingdom of Eswatini ties

President Tsai Ing-wen said June 8 that Taiwan is committed to strengthening the robust partnership with the Kingdom of Eswatini through expanding mutually beneficial cooperation and trade.

President Tsai meets Eswatini's King Mswati III, witnesses signing of bilateral economic cooperation agreementPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets Eswatini's King Mswati III, witnesses signing of bilateral economic cooperation agreement

President Tsai Ing-wen met with Eswatini's King Mswati III on the morning of June 8 at the Presidential Office, and the two heads of state stood witness as the respective economics ministers signed a bilateral economic cooperation agreement. The agreement is expected to strengthen all-round cooperation, and enhance the well-being of people in both countries.

VP Chen eyes fast-tracked ICT development for TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Chen eyes fast-tracked ICT development for Taiwan

The government is maintaining Taiwan’s leading position in the global information and communications technology industry via policies prioritizing promotion of the local smart technology sector, Vice President Chen Chien-jen said June 5.

Tsai sends message of democracy, freedom to people of ChinaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Tsai sends message of democracy, freedom to people of China

President Tsai Ing-wen invited June 4 the people of China to consider Taiwan’s democratic development as they reflect on the brutal suppression of pro-democracy demonstrators in Tiananmen Square ordered by the authorities in Beijing 29 years ago.

President Tsai receives Sen. Perdue, vows to strengthen Taiwan-US tiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai receives Sen. Perdue, vows to strengthen Taiwan-US ties

President Tsai Ing-wen received Sen. David Perdue at the Office of the President June 1 in Taipei City, vowing to continue working to enhance Taiwan-U.S. relations across a broad spectrum of areas.

President Tsai meets Formosa Forum international participantsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets Formosa Forum international participants

On the morning of May 31, President Tsai Ing-wen met with international experts and scholars attending the Formosa Forum: 2018 Maritime Security Dialogue. The president reiterated that the Chinese government's disregard for regional stability is not welcomed by the international community, nor beneficial to the development of cross-strait relations. Although we are under immense pressure, she said, Taiwan continues to persevere, and contribute to regional peace, prosperity, and stability.

VP Chen lauds robust Taiwan-US ties at AIT exhibition launchPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Chen lauds robust Taiwan-US ties at AIT exhibition launch

Taiwan-U.S. relations are going from strength to strength based on the shared values of freedom, democracy and human rights, according to Vice President Chen Chien-jen May 31.

President Tsai meets Central American Integration System Secretary General Vinicio CerezoPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Tsai meets Central American Integration System Secretary General Vinicio Cerezo

While meeting on the morning of May 30 with a delegation led by Central American Integration System (SICA) Secretary General Marco Vinicio Cerezo Arévalo, President Tsai Ing-wen said she hopes that Taiwan, upholding the principles of "steadfast diplomacy" and "mutual assistance for mutual benefits," can enhance cooperative exchanges with SICA, share developmental experiences, and contribute to regional integration in Central America.