President Tsai Ing-wen said talks are the best way to resolve economic disputes and it is hoped the U.S. will pursue negotiations in an effort to head off an all-out trade war with mainland China.

On the morning of March 23 President Tsai Ing-wen met with a visiting delegation from the Asia Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce. The president addressed volatility in global markets following US President Donald Trump's recent signing of a memorandum adopting trade sanctions against mainland China under section 301 of the US Trade Act.

President Tsai Ing-wen convened a high-level national security meeting March 21 in response to changes in East Asia and unilateral cross-strait moves by mainland China, directing government agencies to closely monitor related developments and strengthen contingency strategies.

The government is committed to deepening Taiwan’s international participation through pursuing inclusion in global organizations and expanding bilateral and multilateral cooperation programs in areas spanning health care, humanitarian aid and sustainable development, Vice President Chen Chien-jen said March 10.

Taiwan is committed to deepening progress toward gender equality through fostering an environment free of discrimination and prejudice and rich with opportunities, Vice President Chen Chien-jen said March 8.

Taiwan’s tourism industry is on the development fast track, underscoring the effectiveness of government policies in strengthening key fundamentals and attracting more visitors, Vice President Chen Chien-jen said March 1.

President Tsai Ing-wen said Feb. 28 that the government will continue its efforts to promote transitional justice in line with recently passed legislation aimed at restoring historical truths, fostering reconciliation and addressing past injustices.

President Tsai Ing-wen said Feb. 23 that the government is committed to building on the success of the homegrown Formosat-5 satellite program by boosting government funding and fostering talent cultivation in the space technology sector.

President Tsai Ing-wen said Feb. 25 that Taiwan is committed to standing with the international community in upholding the universal values of human rights, freedom and justice, and will continue working to secure a future free from hatred and discrimination.

On the afternoon of February 25, President Tsai Ing-wen delivered remarks at activities commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The president emphasized that Taiwan will continue to stand together with the international community to ensure the universal values of human rights, freedom, and justice, and build a future free from hatred and discrimination.