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Deputy FM Wu gives interview to Radio Prague International

2025-11-14 Taiwan Today

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs François Chih-chung Wu said Taiwan is committed to expanding its democratic and strategic partnership with Czechia.

MOFA releases video underscoring Taiwan’s commitment to climate action

2025-11-14 Taiwan Today

A short film showcasing Taiwan’s commitment to combating climate change was released Nov. 12 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

MOFA solemnly condemns and refutes statements by China’s Taiwan Affairs Office aimed at undermining Taiwan’s participation in APEC

2025-11-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

At a regular press conference on November 12, a spokesperson of China’s Taiwan Affairs Office stated that Taiwan could only participate in next year’s APEC activities as a regional economy under the so-called “one China principle.” China will serve as the host economy for APEC in 2026.

MOFA response to G7 foreign ministers’ statement emphasizing cross-strait peace and stability and supporting Taiwan’s international participation

2025-11-14 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The foreign ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) and the high representative for foreign affairs and security policy of the European Union met in Niagara, Canada, on November 12. After the event, they issued a joint statement reiterating the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposing any unilateral attempts to change the status quo by force or coercion.

MOFA lauds success of investment delegation to Eswatini

2025-11-14 Taiwan Today

The investment delegation organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the Kingdom of Eswatini Nov. 10-12 has successfully expanded trade relations between Taiwan and the African ally.

Taiwan stages GCTF workshop on building energy resilience

2025-11-14 Taiwan Today

An international workshop on building a resilient energy future kicked off Nov. 12 in Taipei City, according to the Ministry of Economic Affairs.

Taiwan highlights cultural innovation at international museum conference in Dubai

2025-11-14 Ministry of Culture

The 27th International Council of Museums (ICOM) General Conference is taking place from Nov. 11 to 17 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, featuring a variety of events such as forums, exhibitions, and discussions. The Taiwan Pavilion held its opening event on Nov. 12, attended by Vice Minister of Culture Hsu Yi-chun (徐宜君), Taiwan Museum Association Chairman Hung Shih-yu (洪世佑), Director General Eric Chen (陳俊吉) of the Commercial Office of Taipei in Dubai.

MOFA response to Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson’s inappropriate remarks regarding visits to Europe by senior Taiwanese politicians

2025-11-13 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

At a regular press conference on November 10, a spokesperson of China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs made unfounded and inappropriate remarks regarding recent trips to Europe by Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim and former President Tsai Ing-wen, referring to them as “Taiwan independence” politicians and members of “separatist forces.”

Vice Foreign Minister Ger receives EBRD managing director

2025-11-13 Taiwan Today

Vice Foreign Minister Ger Bau-shuan received Zsuzsanna Hargitai, managing director for the SME Finance and Development group of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Nov. 11 in Taipei City.

MOFA announces Q3 trade promotion report card

2025-11-13 Taiwan Today

Taiwan continued cementing its role in the international economic and trade system on the strength of the government’s value-added diplomacy policy and the hard work of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and associated overseas offices.

TaiwanICDF and NTU Share Disaster Prevention Expertise: Flood Belize River Basin Flood Warning Project Successfully Concludes

2025-11-13 International Cooperation and Development Fund

A three-year project to improve disaster management in Belize came to a conclusion at a closing ceremony held on Oct. 23.
The Flood Warning Capacity Improvement for the Belize River Basin Project was a joint effort between the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF), National Taiwan University (NTU) and the Belizean Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management. The event highlighted the tangible outcomes of the three-year collaboration, which improved Belize’s capacity for disaster early warning and risk reduction using technology.

President Lai attends launch of Taiwan Bridges project

2025-11-12 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te reiterated the government’s commitment to cultivating top talent in higher education to bolster Taiwan’s contributions to global peace, prosperity and sustainable development.

Vice President Hsiao addresses IPAC Annual Summit in Brussels

2025-11-12 Office of the President

In response to an invitation from the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC), Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, acting upon the designation of President Lai Ching-te, traveled to Europe and on November 7 attended IPAC’s annual summit held at the European Parliament in Brussels, where she delivered a speech titled “Taiwan: A Trusted Partner in a Volatile World.”

MOFA response to Chinese Foreign Ministry’s statement demanding that Japan stop interfering in China’s “internal affairs”

2025-11-12 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

At a regular press conference on November 10, a spokesperson of China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged Japan to stop interfering in China’s “internal affairs.” The spokesperson issued the comment in response to a question about recent remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi concerning the situation across the Taiwan Strait.

MOFA thanks allies for support at UNFCCC

2025-11-12 Taiwan Today

Remarks from five allies backing Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change are deeply appreciated by the government and people of Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 10.

Hung Dance kicks off ‘Birdy’ North America tour

2025-11-12 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), Hung Dance (翃舞製作) will present its “Birdy” North America tour from this Nov. 12 to Dec. 13, bringing ten performances to audiences in seven cities across the U.S. and Canada.

Foreign Minister Lin accompanies Vice President Hsiao on trip to address IPAC annual summit at European Parliament in Brussels

2025-11-11 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended the annual summit of the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) in Brussels on November 7. She made the trip at the request of President Lai Ching-te and was accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung. In the afternoon, at a session on the issue of Taiwan during the event at the European Parliament, Vice President Hsiao delivered remarks entitled “Taiwan: a trusted partner in a volatile world.”

MOFA thanks US, Italy for supporting Taiwan

2025-11-11 Taiwan Today

Support extended by the U.S. and Italy is sincerely appreciated by the government and people of Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 7.

MOFA response to false claims by China’s CCTV News regarding Puma Shen

2025-11-11 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In a video released on November 9, China Central Television (CCTV) News quoted the specious opinions of so-called legal experts and made the false claims that China could have Taiwanese legislator Puma Shen arrested anywhere in the world through INTERPOL and other international organizations or detain him overseas through criminal justice cooperation with other countries.

Taiwan productions on show in Geneva International Film Festival

2025-11-11 Taiwan Today

Four films from Taiwan entered in the Geneva International Film Festival demonstrated their provenance from a vibrant film production landscape, according to the Ministry of Culture’s Paris-located Taiwan Culture Center.

Tourism Administration offers teahouse with views in London

2025-11-11 Taiwan Today

The Taiwan Pavilion at the 2025 World Travel Market London successfully promoted the country as a top travel destination, the Tourism Administration said Nov. 10.

Taipei International Travel Fair edition 39 launches

2025-11-10 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te attended the opening ceremony of the 39th Taipei International Travel Fair (ITF) Nov. 7 in Taipei City. He thanked Taipei City-based Taiwan Visitors Association for coordinating the exhibition and noted that research would facilitate further advancement of domestic tourism industry.

Vice President Hsiao delivers remarks after returning from IPAC annual summit in Europe

2025-11-10 Office of the President

In response to an invitation from the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC), Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao, acting upon the designation of President Lai Ching-te, traveled to Europe and attended IPAC’s annual summit in Brussels, where she delivered a speech. Accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung (林佳龍), the vice president concluded her journey and returned to Taiwan on the morning of November 9.

MOFA thanks US for supporting Taiwan’s equal participation in 2026 APEC activities in China

2025-11-10 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The United States Department of State and Republican members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee have publicly refuted highly inappropriate statements by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which said that the political prerequisite for Taiwan’s involvement in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings would be participating as a regional economy under the so-called “one China principle.” They have also voiced strong backing for Taiwan’s equal participation in APEC. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses sincere gratitude for these expressions of support.

President Lai receives All Japan Taiwanese Union members

2025-11-07 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Nov. 6 that the government is committed to advancing the Taiwan-Japan relationship while strengthening the country’s overall competitiveness to contribute more to regional peace and prosperity.

VP Hsiao receives delegation of permanent representatives to the UN

2025-11-07 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim said Nov. 5 that Taiwan is committed to contributing to the world across such issues as climate resilience, economic development, humanitarian assistance and public health.

MOFA expresses sincere condolences following typhoon damage in central Philippines

2025-11-07 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Typhoon Kalmaegi recently caused severe flooding in central Philippines, including the province of Cebu. To date, over 110 people have perished and more than 700,000 have been evacuated.

SDAFF to present 11 Taiwanese films through Taiwan Film Showcase

2025-11-07 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), the Taiwan Academy in Los Angeles is collaborating with the San Diego Asian Film Festival (SDAFF) to present the “Taiwan Film Showcase” from Nov. 8 to 15. The program features eight feature films and three short films that highlight the creativity and diversity of contemporary Taiwanese cinema.

Twincussion to present Taiwanese folk music to U.S. audiences

2025-11-07 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture, Twincussion—a Taiwanese percussion duo comprising Chien Jen-ting (簡任廷) and Chien Jen-yu (簡任佑)—will tour the U.S. from Nov. 8 to 21. Their performances will take place at the Sixth & I Historic Synagogue in the Washington, D.C., Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, and the Asia Society Texas Center.

Taiwanese Novelist Yang Shuang-Zi Invited to Mumbai LitFest, Opening a New Chapter in Taiwan-India Literary Dialogue

2025-11-07 Ministry of Culture

Contemporary Taiwanese novelist Yang Shuang-Zi has been invited to participate in The Mumbai LitFest, one of India’s most influential literary events, in November 2025. She will hold three talks in Delhi and Mumbai, launching the series “Taiwan-India Literary Dialogue: The Indian Journey of Taiwanese Literature”, marking an important milestone for Taiwanese literature’s reach into South Asia.

OAC hosts ocean resilience event in Thailand

2025-11-07 Taiwan Today

The Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council held an event spotlighting ocean resilience Nov. 5 in Bangkok, Thailand, highlighting the government’s commitment to working with Indo-Pacific countries to manage marine debris in the region.

Foreign, sports ministries promote sports diplomacy

2025-11-06 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung and Sports Minister Lee Yang held a meeting Nov. 5 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Taipei City, highlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening cooperation mechanisms for international events, expanding relevant exchanges with allies and promoting equality in sports.

Youth agricultural ambassadors to depart for Australia

2025-11-06 Taiwan Today

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung attended a ceremony Nov. 4 in Taipei City to send off 16 young agricultural ambassadors to visit Australia Nov. 22-30.

MOFA solemnly condemns China-Russia joint communiqué distorting Taiwan’s sovereignty

2025-11-06 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin issued a joint communiqué on the 30th regular meeting between the Chinese and Russian heads of government following their encounter in Hangzhou, China, on November 3.

Taiwan hosts space conference, exhibition

2025-11-06 Taiwan Today

The Asia-Pacific Space Community Council’s 26th annual conference and exhibition is underway in Taipei City through Nov. 6, according to the Ministry of Economic Affairs.

Winners of the 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards for Books announced

2025-11-06 Ministry of Culture

The 2025 Taiwan Literature Awards (TLA) for Books winners were unveiled on Oct. 31. This year, the award received 225 submissions, from which 30 works were shortlisted as finalists. Ultimately, “Lightning in July (七月爍爁)” by Lin Chun-ying (林俊頴) won the Annual Golden Grand Laurel Award, while seven works received Golden Book Award, and two were honored for the New Bud Award.

President Lai addresses 11th Taiwan-Japan Exchange Summit in Kamakura via video

2025-11-05 Office of the President

On the afternoon of November 4, President Lai Ching-te addressed the 11th Taiwan-Japan Exchange Summit in Kamakura via video. The president expressed hope of continuing to deepen the partnership between the two countries.

2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting delegation press conference

2025-11-05 Office of the President

On the afternoon of November 3, the Presidential Office held a press conference for our delegation to the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) upon its return to Taiwan.

MOFA welcomes senior legislators from Northeastern US

2025-11-05 Taiwan Today

The visit by a delegation of state legislators from the Northeastern U.S. is sincerely welcomed by the government and people of Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 3.

Taiwan donates US$700,000 to NGOs working in Gaza

2025-11-05 Taiwan Today

Taiwan donated a total of US$700,000 to two international nongovernmental organizations in October, highlighting the government’s commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to people in the Gaza Strip, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nov. 4.

MOFA response to comments by Chinese ambassador to US demanding that US not cross China’s “red lines”

2025-11-05 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) notes that Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng recently made public remarks in which he emphasized China’s “red lines” and stated that trouble would ensue if the United States crossed such lines. These comments were made after the Chinese Embassy in the United States posted satellite imagery of Taiwan on its social media accounts.

2025 IMD World Digital Competitiveness Ranking: Taiwan Ranks Top 3 Globally in 8 Indicators

2025-11-05 Taiwan Today

The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in Lausanne, Switzerland, today (4th) released its 2025 World Digital Competitiveness Ranking (DCR), in which Taiwan ranked 10th globally among 69 major countries and economies. The Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) stated that among the 3 evaluation factors, Taiwan’s most outstanding performance was in the “Future Readiness” factor, where its global ranking jumped 3 places from last year to 3rd. In terms of other 2 factors, “Technology” and “Knowledge,” Taiwan ranked 11th and 16th globally, respectively. Overall, Taiwan secured a global top-3 ranking in 8 indicators, thereby demonstrating its top-tier strength in specific digital domains. MODA noted that, for the indicators where Taiwan did not score as highly in the report, it would subsequently work with government agencies to study and develop concrete improvement measures to ensure Taiwan maintains its digital development advantage.

NTCRI launches Indigenous weaving art exhibition

2025-11-05 Ministry of Culture

The National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute (NTCRI) launched the exhibition “Genius Weavers: The Textiles and Basketry of Taiwan’s Indigenous Peoples (天才編織家─臺灣原住民的織物與編器)” on Oct. 17.

APEC Leader’s Representative Lin Hsin-i holds international press conference

2025-11-04 Office of the President

At the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) in Korea that concluded at noon on November 1 (local time), Senior Advisor to the President and Chairman of Taiwania Capital Management Corporation Lin Hsin-i served as Taiwan’s leader’s representative.

FM Lin, Deputy FM Wu meet with international journalists

2025-11-04 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung and Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu met with international journalists and spoke about government policy on climate change, defense resilience, energy security and technology cooperation.

MOFA hosts industry visit for foreign diplomatic corps

2025-11-04 Taiwan Today

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a tour of northern Taiwan’s smart agriculture industry for foreign diplomatic corps Oct. 30-31.

MOFA response to China’s protest against meeting between Taiwan Leader’s Representative Lin and Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi at APEC summit

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

As an official member of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, it is natural for Taiwan to engage in exchanges and interactions with other APEC member economies, both multilaterally and bilaterally, during APEC meetings.

MOFA response to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi reiterating importance of cross-strait peace and stability at Japan-China leaders’ meeting

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held bilateral talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on October 31 during her trip to the Republic of Korea for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.

MOFA response to Japanese Defense Minister Koizumi’s emphasis on importance of cross-strait peace and stability during meeting with Chinese defense minister

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japanese Minister of Defense Shinjiro Koizumi attended the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Malaysia and met for the first time with Chinese Minister of Defense Dong Jun on November 1.

MOFA response to false and threatening statements on Taiwan’s sovereignty made by Chinese Defense Minister Dong during meeting with US Secretary of War Hegseth

2025-11-04 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) solemnly reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country; that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China is subordinate to the other; and that the future of Taiwan can only be decided by the people of Taiwan.

Swiss Cinematheque presents 21 Taiwanese films starting in November

2025-11-04 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Taiwan Cultural Center in Paris, the Swiss Cinematheque (Cinémathèque suisse) is hosting the “Taiwanese New Waves” screening program from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31. As one of the highlight programs of the Swiss Cinematheque this year, it features 21 films across 48 screenings, tracing the evolution of Taiwanese cinema from the 1980s to the 2000s.

President Lai meets North Carolina Governor Josh Stein

2025-11-03 Office of the President

On the afternoon of October 31, President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation led by North Carolina Governor Josh Stein.

VP Hsiao, FM Lin meet with Atlantic Council delegation

2025-11-03 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim received a delegation from the Atlantic Council at the Presidential Office Oct. 31 in Taipei City and said Taiwan remains committed to contributing to global supply chain development and regional prosperity.

ROC (Taiwan) government expresses deepest condolences on passing of H.M. Queen Sirikit of Thailand

2025-11-03 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother, mother of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkom.

4th Taiwan-India Dialogue held in Mumbai

2025-11-03 Taiwan Today

The fourth Taiwan-India Dialogue took place Oct. 30 in Mumbai, underscoring mutual commitment to strengthening the partnership, the Cabinet-level Ocean Affairs Council said.

Premier Cho attends forum on security, fighting multinational crime

2025-10-31 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai said that Taiwan would continue to work with like-minded countries to reinforce the rule of law at the 7th Taiwan-Western Asia & Africa Forum on Regional Security and Transnational Crime (TWAF) Oct. 29 in Taipei City.

FM Lin receives Belizean ministers

2025-10-31 Taiwan Today

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung received Louis Zabaneh, Belizean minister of constitution and religious affairs, Indigenous affairs, and transportation, and Michel Chebat, minister of public utilities, energy and logistics, at a luncheon Oct. 29 in Taipei City.

Deputy FM Wu attends Turkish National Day reception

2025-10-31 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu anticipated strengthened cooperation with the Republic of Türkiye across many sectors in a speech given at celebrations for the country’s 102nd National Day, hosted by the Turkish Trade Office in Taipei.

MOFA thanks Formosa Club for highlighting European support of Taiwan in annual conference joint statement

2025-10-31 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Formosa Club held an international press conference following its annual conference in Taipei on October 28. In addition to inviting Vice President of the ROC (Taiwan) Hsiao Bi-khim to deliver remarks, the group released the Statement following the Taipei Annual Conference, which had been jointly adopted by its members.

MODA Hosts the “Sovereign AI and Sustainable Development” International Expert Symposium — Exploring New Horizons in AI Governance

2025-10-31 Ministry of Digital Affairs

The Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) held the “Sovereign AI and Sustainable Development International Expert Symposium” today (October 29). The event invited Dr. Hayun Kang, Senior Research Fellow at the Korea Information Society Development Institute (KISDI), to serve as keynote speaker and panelist. Dr. Kang engaged in dialogue with several leading AI experts from Taiwan, exchanging views on AI governance, data sovereignty, and sustainable development. Together, they explored the practical challenges and opportunities of sovereign AI governance and identified new opportunities for international collaboration.

President Lai meets European delegates to 2025 Formosa Club Annual Conference

2025-10-30 Office of the President

On the afternoon of October 28, President Lai Ching-te met with European delegates to the 2025 Formosa Club Annual Conference and Taiwan-Europe Undersea Cables Security and Cooperation Forum.

MOFA response to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi and US President Trump reiterating importance of cross-strait peace and stability

2025-10-30 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

During the Japan-US summit held on October 28 in Tokyo, Japan, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump reiterated the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely thanks the governments of the United States and Japan for continuing to take concrete actions in support of the security of the Taiwan Strait.

Taiwan, Canada deepen scientific research cooperation

2025-10-30 Taiwan Today

The National Science and Technology Council and the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research cohosted the Next Generation Frontiers Symposia Oct. 27-29 in Alberta, Canada, underscoring bilateral commitment to advancing technological exchange.

Taiwanese literary collection published in Czech Republic

2025-10-30 Ministry of Culture

With support from the Ministry of Culture (MOC), “Island at the Crossroads: Literary Map of Taiwan (Ostrov na rozcestí. Literární mapa Tchaj-wanu),” edited by Táňa Dluhošová, director of the Oriental Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences, was presented on Oct. 27 at the Inspiration Forum of the Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival.

President Lai attends AIPAC dinner event

2025-10-29 Office of the President

On the evening of October 27, President Lai Ching-te attended an American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) dinner event.

VP Hsiao gives interview to German broadcaster ARD

2025-10-29 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim gave an interview to Tessniem Kadiri of Germany’s public service broadcaster ARD, in which she discussed issues including expanded Taiwan-Germany cooperation, Taiwan defense preparations and the cross-strait relationship.

APEC envoy Lin Hsin-i delivers remarks before departing for 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

2025-10-29 Office of the President

On the morning of October 28, ahead of his departure for Korea to attend the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) from October 31 to November 1 in Gyeongju, APEC Leader’s Representative Lin Hsin-i (林信義) delivered remarks on his upcoming trip.

Deputy FM Wu attends Austria National Day reception

2025-10-29 Taiwan Today

Deputy Foreign Minister François Chih-chung Wu celebrated Austria’s National Day Oct. 24 in Taipei City, and noted ever-closer ties to the European nation.

MOFA response to US Secretary of State Rubio reiterating US support for Taiwan

2025-10-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

During an in-flight interview on October 25, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed that the United States would not be “walking away” from Taiwan in exchange for a trade agreement with China, stating that no one was contemplating such a move.

MOFA response to Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi raising importance of cross-strait peace and stability at ASEAN-Japan Summit

2025-10-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attended the 28th ASEAN-Japan Summit in Malaysia on October 26. During the event, she reiterated that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait were important issues that directly impacted regional security. Prime Minister Takaichi added that attempts to unilaterally change the status quo by force or coercion must not be tolerated. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung appreciates and welcomes these statements.

MOFA response to inappropriate statements by Singaporean government regarding sovereign status of Taiwan

2025-10-29 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Singapore issued a press release on October 25 stating that Prime Minister of Singapore Lawrence Wong reiterated during his meeting with Premier of the People’s Republic of China Li Qiang that Singapore had a clear and consistent “one China policy” and was opposed to Taiwan independence. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) expresses serious concern over the Singaporean government’s inappropriate comments regarding the sovereign status of the Republic of China (Taiwan).

VP Hsiao speaks at GCTF 10th anniversary event

2025-10-28 Taiwan Today

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim called for continued collaboration from Global Cooperation and Training Framework members on artificial intelligence governance, energy transition, humanitarian relief efforts and supply chain security to jointly address the challenges brought by authoritarian expansion, climate change and widespread disinformation.

European Formosa Club hosts annual meeting in Taipei

2025-10-28 Taiwan Today

The annual meeting of the European chapter of the Formosa Club, a group of cross-party parliamentarians working to enhance relations with Taiwan, was held Oct. 27 in Taipei City, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

Foreign Minister Lin receives Eswatini delegation led by Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs Mkhonta-Simelane

2025-10-28 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung received a delegation from the Kingdom of Eswatini led by Minister of Tourism and Environmental Affairs Jane Mkhonta-Simelane on the afternoon of October 22. The two sides had an in-depth exchange of views on tourism, ecological conservation, and climate change.

Taiwan hosts Asia-Pacific Circular Economy Roundtable

2025-10-27 Taiwan Today

President Lai Ching-te said Oct. 23 that the government is committed to working with all sectors to shape the Asia-Pacific into a global hub for the circular economy.

Premier Cho speaks at European Innovation Week opening

2025-10-27 Taiwan Today

Premier Cho Jung-tai attended the European Innovation Week opening and reception Oct. 21 in Taipei City. The three-day event was jointly organized by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the European Economic and Trade Office (EEAS) in Taiwan.

MOFA solemnly refutes false claims made by China’s Foreign Ministry regarding Taiwan

2025-10-27 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On October 21, a spokesperson of China’s Foreign Ministry falsely claimed that Taiwan was an inalienable part of China’s territory and that the Taiwan question was purely China’s internal affair.

MOFA thanks G7 foreign ministers for their support of cross-strait peace

2025-11-14 Taiwan Today

The joint statement issued by the Group of Seven foreign ministers reaffirming the importance of pea

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