The Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the United States’ reaffirmation of support for Taiwan’s participation in the Pacific Islands Forum. The ministry stated that it appreciates the U.S. Department of State’s public recognition of the cooperation and contributions of Taiwan and the U.S. in promoting the development of Pacific allies.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Taiwan issued a press release noting that the U.S. Department of State released information on September 1 titled “Promoting Pacific Prosperity: U.S. Engagement at the Pacific Islands Forum,” emphasizing the U.S.’s firm and enduring commitment to the security and prosperity of the Pacific island nations, which is a core pillar of the “America First” foreign policy.
The U.S. Department of State mentioned Taiwan’s involvement in important projects such as the “National Hospital Relocation” and “Palau Drinking Water Sampling and Training,” highlighting the cooperation between Taiwan and the U.S. and like-minded countries in promoting the development of Taiwan’s Pacific allies and regional development.
In addition, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that on August 29, the U.S. Department of State responded to media inquiries by expressing strong support for Taiwan’s continued participation in the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF). The U.S. described Taiwan as a reliable, like-minded, and democratic partner making significant contributions to the prosperity and economic development of the entire Pacific region.
Foreign Minister Joseph Wu welcomed the continued public support from the U.S. for Taiwan’s international participation and recognition of the Republic of China’s contributions to regional development. He expressed pleasure in the ongoing efforts of Taiwan and the U.S. to expand concrete cooperation in the Pacific and other regions.
Minister Wu also expressed anticipation for the strengthening of Taiwan-U.S. relations, cooperation with Taiwan’s allies and like-minded countries, and the prosperity and stability of various regions globally. He emphasized the complementary nature of Taiwan’s “Overall Diplomacy” and the U.S.’s “Commercial Diplomacy” in promoting continued robust development.