Just yesterday, #Taiwan’s Coast Guard braved hostile waves to pursue & subdue an unnamed, unregistered #Chinese fishing vessel poaching in our waters. A big 👍🏻 to #TCG for protecting our maritime borders!
China’s coercive actions undermine the status quo, once again exposing the risks authoritarian regimes pose to the international order. Ahead of my visit to Eswatini, several countries along our flight route abruptly revoked overflight clearance under pressure from China. 1/2
Proud to congratulate the Taiwan Travelogue for being shortlisted for Booker Prize 2026, after its English translation won the 2024 National Book Award. Glad that Taiwanese literature is appreciated around the world! https://t.co/jKWR0p2Zrh
30 years ago today, Taiwan held its first direct presidential election, with voters defying China's missile threats to choose their leader.
This launched a thriving democracy that stands as a model of freedom. We remain committed to supporting Taiwan's sovereignty and security.
Today marks the 79th anniversary of the 228 Incident. For decades, silence was a shield against trauma and oppression, but silence also risks the erasure of truth.
Transitional justice is not about nursing old hatred; it is a necessary process for healing and clarity. By facing our past without fear, we strengthen the foundations of our democracy. Let us remember our shared journey and stand united to protect Taiwan’s freedom. 🕊️
#228PeaceMemorialDay #Taiwan #TransitionalJustice #NeverForget