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Any state visit is a group effort. Before we embark on my Journey of Freedom, Democracy, Sustainability tomorrow, I want to thank my team as they are all working hard on the advance work, logistics, security, & all the details to ensure a successful #JFDS2019
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Ready for take-off! I’m delighted to launch my #JFDS2019 today, & look forward to seeing our #Caribbean allies soon. Everyone in my delegation is excited about our mission, determined to share Taiwan values like freedom and democracy, and promote sustainable development. #SDGs
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Proud to see our Air Force keeping our skies safe as I embark on #JFDS2019.
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It’s a pleasure to land in #NewYorkCity to meet with like-minded friends old and new. This city has long been a destination for people from all over the world seeking freedom, so it’s a good place to start my Journey of Freedom, Democracy, Sustainability #JFDS2019.
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On this long journey far from home, nothing feels better than the warm welcome I received from the #Taiwanese community in #NYC. #JFDS2019
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I had a wonderful time meeting with our allies’ Permanent Representatives to the #UN @TaiwanInNewYork. We toasted to our countries’ friendship and their steadfast support for #Taiwan’s international participation. #JFDS2019
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#Taiwan’s story is one of perseverance, of a commitment to democracy at all costs. Today I had the opportunity to share our story at @Columbia, and together we looked toward the next chapter in the tale of Taiwan’s democratic success. #JFDS2019 Full text: bit.ly/2ScWqmS
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I want to thank @Columbia for inviting me to share #Taiwan’s democratic success story, discuss our current challenges, and reaffirm our commitment to promoting and preserving democracy at home, and throughout the world. #JFDS2019 twitter.com/Columbia/statu…
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Thank you, @NEDemocracy & @freedomhouse, for your gift “The Goddess of Democracy”. Your recognition of #Taiwan’s successful democratic story once again shows that the people of Taiwan are not alone in our pursuit of freedom & #democracy. #JFDS2019 twitter.com/NEDemocracy/st…
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Honored to receive a warm welcome from President @moisejovenel. Our flagship project here is a win-win-win model of international cooperation. It benefits Haitian development, #Taiwan overseas business cooperation, and #Taiwan-#Haiti friendship. #JFDS2019
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Many people would be surprised to learn that #US Founding Father Alexander Hamilton was born right here on #Nevis Island. Our tour of the island today brought us to his birthplace, where we learned how his #Caribbean upbringing led him to become a vanguard of democracy. #JFDS2019
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When it comes to making the world a safer place, #TaiwanCanHelp. The two cooperation agreements we signed with #StVincentAndTheGrenadines today will help us share intelligence, and join forces in the fight against transnational crime. #JFDS2019
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Finally had the chance to meet #StVincentAndTheGrenadines Minister of Health Luke Browne, who so bravely spoke up for #Taiwan at this year’s #WHA. His words of support have stayed with me to this day, and strengthened the resolve of the Taiwanese people. #JFDS2019