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It was a pleasure to congratulate & speak with president-elect Petr Pavel of the #CzechRepublic. I look forward to deepening #Taiwan & #Czechia’s wide-ranging cooperation based on our shared values of freedom, democracy & human rights. twitter.com/prezidentpavel…
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When the going gets tough, the tough get going. The people of #Taiwan will overcome COVID-19 like we have overcome all other challenges: with strength, togetherness, & perseverance. Thank you for all you have done to help fight this pandemic.
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The 2022 Taiwan International Orchid Show in the city of Tainan is a fantastic venue for showcasing our country’s horticultural expertise & creativity. I hope even more people around the world can enjoy #Taiwan’s flowers for themselves.
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#Taiwan's military stands ready across land, air & sea to respond to any threat. With the conclusion of this past week's Han Kuang exercises, we have again shown the world the strength of our commitment to national defense.
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Congratulations to #Taiwan's own Hsieh Su-wei & her partner @elise_mertens on becoming @Wimbledon doubles champions. Your victory will inspire future generations of tennis lovers in Taiwan & around the world. twitter.com/Wimbledon/stat…
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Proud to witness the commissioning of our Navy's first dedicated minelayer squadrons. These domestically-built fast minelayers mark yet another step forward for #Taiwan's own defense industry & will further strengthen our readiness & resilience in the face of evolving threats.
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Today I issued the 1000th employment gold card for foreign nationals, welcoming top international talent to #Taiwan. This program presents a golden opportunity for outstanding professionals to make their dreams come true in a dynamic economy & a diverse, democratic society.
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#Taiwan has managed to thrive during the pandemic, thanks in no small part to our colourful mask culture. Wearing a mask is not just about protecting yourself & your neighbours, it's about showing togetherness & having a bit of fun in difficult times. #WearAMask
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Today I took part in the Mazu Pilgrimage, #Taiwan's most important annual event honouring Mazu, goddess of the sea. Thanks to our people's efforts to fight the pandemic, Taiwan has been able to continue holding many of our vibrant religious festivals & cultural events.
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I commend the Philippine government’s decision to lift the #Taiwan travel ban. We have #COVID19 outbreak well under control & the international community has praised our government’s stringent preventive measures, rigorous testing & information transparency. #TaiwanCanHelp
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A pleasure to host experts from the @HooverInst to discuss #Taiwan's security & the stability of the Indo-Pacific. We welcome academic exchanges with the #US, which promote awareness & understanding of our countries' shared values & interests in the region.
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Wishing all in #Taiwan & around the world a happy #YearOfTheTiger. May 2022 bring you many happy returns!
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A very happy #ChildrensDay to all kids in #Taiwan. Our government is committed to protecting the rights of children & improving their lives.
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33 years ago, Nylon Deng gave his life in defense of democratic ideals. Today, on Freedom of Speech Day in #Taiwan, we commemorate Nylon & other Taiwanese for their resistance to authoritarianism, as we strengthen our democratic resilience against disinformation & other threats.
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Enjoyed a productive meeting with a bipartisan delegation of 8 members of the #US Congress led by @RepStephMurphy. I want to thank all the representatives who made the trip for supporting #Taiwan & continuing to demonstrate the strength of our bilateral partnership.
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Had a great evening with President @Surangeljr & First Lady Whipps, the Palauan Delegation, & US Amb Hennessey-Niland. #Taiwan, #Palau & the #US will continue to work closely together as partners for a safer, more prosperous Pacific.
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I was honoured to address the @AmericanLegion at their 101st National Convention, where we saluted a century of service to the preservation of liberty around the world, & celebrated the Legion’s unwavering support for #Taiwan. Full text: english.president.gov.tw/NEWS/5834 #ALconv2019
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Welcome to Taiwan @SenJohnHoeven & his delegation. From backing our efforts to enhance our defence capabilities to promoting #Taiwan-#NorthDakota trade, you continue to be a steadfast friend to Taiwan, & we are grateful for your enduring support.
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#Taiwan & the rest of the world are closely watching developments in the #HongKongProtests. As President of a country that walked the long road to democracy, I urge the #HongKong government to address the legitimate concerns of the people & their pursuit of freedom & democracy.
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A pleasure to meet virtually with visiting Swedish parliamentarians from @Sverigesriksdag & @Europarl_EN. Thank you for your principled support for Taiwan & your advocacy for stronger #Taiwan-#Sweden ties as well as broader cooperation with the #EU.
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Today I joined @AbeShinzo, @StateDRL's Scott Busby & other global leaders to discuss the security of the Indo-Pacific with the @ProspectF. #Taiwan is committed to working with the #US, #Japan & our other like-minded partners to ensure a peaceful & prosperous region for all.
