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We appreciate @POTUS @JoeBiden voicing concern over Beijing's coercion of Taiwan. We seek peace & stability in the region, consistent with our shared interests & values. #Taiwan will continue to work with the #US to be a force for good in the world. twitter.com/POTUS/status/1…
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I held a national security meeting earlier today to discuss regional challenges, our partnership with the #US, cross-strait relations, & public health issues. Our people can rest easy over the #LunarNewYear knowing that #Taiwan is in safe hands.
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Congrats @SecBlinken on assuming office as secretary of state. #Taiwan & the #US are close partners & forces for good in the world. We look forward to working with @StateDept under your leadership in advancing our shared values & interests. JW twitter.com/SecBlinken/sta…
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#US: @JoeBiden federal forces in Portland aim sniper rifles at media & protestors outside of an ICE building.
Protests continue to demand caged children be released, a criminal inquiry into abuses, and ICE be abolished. #AbolishICE #EndImpunity cc:@AOC twitter.com/comradecamera/…
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We sincerely thank @StateDept for its rock-solid support of democratic #Taiwan🇹🇼 in the face of Beijing's ongoing coercion. Based on shared values & interests, we're committed to our partnership with the #US🇺🇸 in furthering peace & stability in the #IndoPacific. twitter.com/StateDeptSpox/…
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Taiwan sends its best wishes to President @JoeBiden & Vice President @KamalaHarris as they embark on their White House journey. We're excited to work with their team in strengthening #Taiwan🇹🇼-#US🇺🇸 relations in the interests of freedom, democracy & peace, regionally & worldwide.
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I look forward to welcoming @USAmbUN Kelly Craft to Taiwan next week. Your visit marks an important milestone in the #US-#Taiwan partnership & highlights that #TaiwanCanHelp the international community.
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The government & people of #Taiwan🇹🇼 are sincerely grateful for the support of @StateDept under the leadership of @SecPompeo. We thank successive #US🇺🇸 administrations for authorizing arms sales, upholding the #TaiwanRelationsAct & fulfilling commitments under the #SixAssurances.
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Map: Trump loyal militia or armed presence at #StopTheSteaI demonstrations in the #US
Report: bit.ly/2LMSlXj
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Congratulations to @SpeakerPelosi on your re-election as Speaker of the House. Your commitment to democracy & civil liberties is truly admirable, & with your help, we will continue to build a stronger #Taiwan-#US partnership based on these shared values. twitter.com/SpeakerPelosi/…
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Taiwan is a free trader. This means opening to products that meet international standards. Lifting barriers to American meat imports may be a small step. But the difficult decision shows #Taiwan's🇹🇼 resolve to strengthen trade & economic ties with the #US🇺🇸 & global community. JW twitter.com/WHNSC45/status…
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Removing barriers to pork & beef imports is an important step to aligning #Taiwan with the international trade community. I also look forward to working with the #US to further enhance our trade & economic relations in the year ahead! 🇹🇼🇺🇸 twitter.com/WHNSC45/status…
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#US: Sen. Mitch McConnell blocked Senate Democrats' efforts to pass a House measure to up the COVID19 relief stimulus checks to $2,000 from $600.
Report: axios.com/mcconnell-bloc…
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Steadfast diplomacy delivers dividends for #Taiwan🇹🇼. Our 2020 highlights include #US🇺🇸 & #EU🇪🇺 ties; #TaiwanCanHelp & #TaiwanModel promotions; overseas office openings; global lawmaker support; & high-level politico backing. We'll do even more in 2021!
➡️bit.ly/3rtQVBl
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#US: Right-wing rioters attack and try to enter the Oregon State Capitol building as riot police stand by declaring unlawful assembly for at least 3 hours. (📹@skankledeuce) twitter.com/skankledeuce/s…
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#US: #COVID19 cases in prisons and ICE internment camps surpass 250,000.
In this scene, police indiscriminately pepper spray human rights defenders providing jail support for peaceful anti-impunity protestors arrested in D.C. (📹@ChuckModi1 )
Report: truthout.org/articles/covid…
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Thank you @HudsonInstitute for the platform to speak about #Taiwan’s efforts to strengthen our democracy, security & economy. We appreciate the support from the #US & our global partners, as we work for greater peace & prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. youtu.be/6n4zYlbvePw
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#US: Study finds that evictions led to 400,000 #COVID19 infections and nearly 11,000 deaths. The number of people living on the streets could triple by 2021.
Report:
1. npr.org/sections/coron…
2. uspirg.org/blogs/covid-19…
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#Taiwan’s partnership with the #US is as strong as it has ever been, & we are proud to stand together to #DefendDemocracy around the world. We are determined for Taiwan to continue to shine as a beacon of democracy & human rights in Asia, lighting the way for a brighter future.
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It was an honour to speak at the @NDI gala & recognise those who paved the way for human rights & democratic progress in #Taiwan & the #US. We look forward to your Taipei office opening, & will stand with you to #DefendDemocracy throughout the Asia-Pacific region & the world. twitter.com/NDI/status/133…