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VP Hsiao attends WIBN in TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Hsiao attends WIBN in Taiwan

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said Aug. 14 that Taiwan is committed to protecting and promoting its Indigenous cultures and languages while working to deepen cooperation and exchanges with Indigenous peoples worldwide.

President Lai meets Brookings Institution delegationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai meets Brookings Institution delegation

On the morning of August 14, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation of experts and scholars from the Brookings Institution. In remarks, President Lai thanked friends in the government, Congress, and think tanks in the United States for their longstanding and bipartisan support.

President Lai lauds Taiwan’s startup successPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai lauds Taiwan’s startup success

Speaking at the 2025 Taiwan Venture Capital Summit Aug. 12, President Lai Ching-te said that the government is committed to promoting entrepreneurship to drive the local economy and benefit citizens.

President Lai attends opening of Ketagalan Forum: 2025 Indo-Pacific Security DialoguePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai attends opening of Ketagalan Forum: 2025 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue

On the morning of August 5, President Lai Ching-te attended the opening of the Ketagalan Forum: 2025 Indo-Pacific Security Dialogue. In remarks, President Lai stated that Taiwan holds a key position on the first island chain, making it a keystone of Indo-Pacific peace and stability.

VP Hsiao says government working to shape safe, inclusive TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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VP Hsiao says government working to shape safe, inclusive Taiwan

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim reiterated the government’s commitment to shaping a democratic, inclusive, innovative and safe Taiwan while safeguarding regional stability and the country’s global partnerships.

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VP Hsiao receives World Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce delegation

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim received the World Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce delegation at the Presidential Office July 10 in Taipei City, anticipating its continued contributions to the rise of Taiwan visibility on the international stage.

President Lai meets delegation from 2025 Taiwan International Ocean ForumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai meets delegation from 2025 Taiwan International Ocean Forum

On the afternoon of July 1, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation from the 2025 Taiwan International Ocean Forum (TIOF). In remarks, President Lai noted that the people of Taiwan will continue to work with democratic partners throughout the world in a maritime spirit of freedom and openness to contribute to ocean governance and jointly ensure maritime security.

President Lai gives send-off to overseas volunteer youth teamsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai gives send-off to overseas volunteer youth teams

President Lai Ching-te received Taiwan overseas volunteer youth teams at the Presidential Office June 17 in Taipei City, commending their commitment to promoting the country on the global stage.

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President Lai delivers address on first anniversary of taking office

On the morning of May 20, President Lai Ching-te delivered an address on the first anniversary of his taking office. In his address, the president stated that the Taiwan of today is a Taiwan of the world, and whether it is global technological development, divisions of labor within international supply chains, worldwide economic and trade exchanges, or regional security matters, Taiwan plays a pivotal and indispensable role.

President Lai reviews progress on first indigenous satellite constellationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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President Lai reviews progress on first indigenous satellite constellation

President Lai Ching-te said developing space technology is a national policy that enhances national security and citizens’ welfare during his May 15 visit to the Taiwan Space Agency in the northern city of Hsinchu.