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Presidential Office thanks Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China for passing resolution on distortion of UNGA Resolution 2758 by PRC representativesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Presidential Office thanks Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China for passing resolution on distortion of UNGA Resolution 2758 by PRC representatives

In response to the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China’s (IPAC) unanimous passage of a resolution at its annual summit in Taipei on distortion of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758 by representatives of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), used to restrict Taiwan’s international space, Presidential Office Spokesperson Wen Lii (李問) on July 30 extended sincere thanks to IPAC and partners worldwide that support freedom, democracy, and peace for sending a message of unity amon

President Lai meets international and Taiwanese members of 2024 JCI World Congress organizing committeePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai meets international and Taiwanese members of 2024 JCI World Congress organizing committee

On the morning of July 18, President Lai Ching-te met with international and Taiwanese members of the organizing committee for the 2024 Junior Chamber International (JCI) World Congress.

President Lai meets Employment Gold Card holdersPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai meets Employment Gold Card holders

On the morning of July 8, President Lai Ching-te presented Taiwan Employment Gold Cards and met with outstanding card holders. In remarks, President Lai noted that we are marking a milestone, as there are now more than 10,000 Employment Gold Cards issued. He welcomed talent from around the world to come to Taiwan and work with us, saying that we aim to increase Taiwan’s international competitiveness and make it an attractive destination for international professionals to work and live.

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.

President Lai interviewed by Time magazinePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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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