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Our Legislative Yuan approved funding to purchase 66 F-16V fighters in a multi-partisan effort that reflects our collective will to defend our liberty & sovereignty. As Commander-in-Chief, I am committed to keeping #Taiwan’s skies safe & promoting a free & open #IndoPacific.
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Delighted to welcome @aliciakearns & her fellow MPs to #Taiwan. We are grateful for your support & will continue to work with the #UK to safeguard our shared values & uphold regional peace & stability.
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Wishing President Biden @POTUS a swift recovery & return to the office. I'm glad to see that you're doing well despite the positive test & remain hard at work for the American people.
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Back in school English class wasn't that easy for me. It was only after studying abroad that I gained the skills & confidence I have today. We’re hoping our 2030 Bilingual Nation policy can do the same for our next generation, bringing #Taiwan to the world & the world to Taiwan.
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Don’t miss Vice President Chen’s videoconference with @JohnsHopkinsSPH Dean @EllenJMacKenzie & AIT Director Brent Christensen, where he will be discussing how #Taiwan has become a model in the fight against #COVID19. Webcast available here:
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We are deeply grateful to all pediatric healthcare workers in #Taiwan for their tireless dedication. It was an honour to meet with some of these heroes today to thank them for their efforts to keep us & future generations of Taiwanese safe & healthy.
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Today I'll be speaking to the @HudsonInstitute & @amprog about issues key to the future of #Taiwan & the region, as well as our strong relationship with the #US. Follow the link to watch the premiere:
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Thank you @HudsonInstitute & @amprog for the opportunity to share my perspective on #HK, cross-strait relations & our strong ties with the #US. #Taiwan stands on the frontline of democracy & supports closer ties between like-minded countries. More: bit.ly/3gRjp2s
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Just as it blocked imports of Taiwanese fruits, China has now suspended grouper imports from #Taiwan, another violation of international norms. To help our fishery workers & farmers, we will continue to expand global export markets for Taiwan’s delicious fish & produce.
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#Taiwan is committed to reaching our goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. That is why we are stepping up cooperation between our public & private sectors to transform our energy sector, industry, society & lifestyles for the better.
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The New Year's Day flag-raising ceremony at our Presidential Office is a time to thank my fellow citizens. I'm proud of what we accomplished together in 2022 & I’m committed to ensuring that 2023 is a safer & more prosperous year for all #Taiwanese.
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Taiwan-US relations continue to grow stronger. Great to see our economic teams making progress under the Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue. We look forward to continuing our robust partnership with the US in the interests of peace, democracy, & freedom across the region. twitter.com/SecPompeo/stat…
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After another day with no new local cases, #Taiwan is relaxing certain restrictions on transport, exhibitions & other activities. Please stay alert & continue following social distancing, mask-wearing & other official guidelines to keep Taiwan safe from COVID-19.
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While #Taiwan is making great strides in women's empowerment, we must continue working to #BreakTheBias many women face. We want to be an example to the region & the world, helping to pave the way for a more equal future. #IWD2022
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An honour to preside over the promotions of our nation's Army, Navy & Air Force generals @MoNDefense. I will always stand with our troops - the better prepared our military is, the better #Taiwan can deter threats to our security & democratic way of life.
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On the first day of #Taiwan’s major annual Han Kuang military exercises today, I want to thank our soldiers for all their hard work & sacrifices, once again showing the world that we are committed to safeguarding our nation’s values & sovereignty.
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A very warm welcome to #StKittsandNevis PM Terrance Drew & his delegation. We thank you for your support for #Taiwan & are delighted to have this opportunity to renew our countries’ longstanding partnership & explore future cooperation.
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I encourage everyone in #Taiwan to use our new SMS contact tracing service. It’s easy to use & ensures that your personal data is protected. In just 5 seconds, you can scan a QR code & send a text to do your part in the fight against COVID-19.
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A pleasure to welcome Ambassador @robertcobrien & the @globaltaiwan Institute delegation. The honour I conferred on Ambassador O’Brien today is a symbol of our gratitude for his many contributions to #Taiwan-#US relations & our hope for even broader cooperation going forward.
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Today, a shipment of 265,000 AstraZeneca vaccine doses arrived in #Taiwan, where they will go toward our vaccination drive. Getting vaccinated doesn’t just help protect yourself & the people around you from COVID-19–it also reduces the burden on our medical personnel.
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