In celebration of the 114th Double Tenth National Day of the Republic of China, Phoenix, along with the Taipei Sister Cities Association, the Phoenix City Government, and Arizona State University (ASU), jointly organized the “2025 Double Tenth Celebration” on October 4th (Saturday). The event attracted over 7,000 people, setting a new record for attendance. The festivities were filled with Taiwanese charm, showcasing the increasingly close Taiwan-US relations, deepening exchanges in industries and cultures, and fostering stronger bonds among the people.
Phoenix has been twinned with Taipei for 46 years, and with deepening cooperation in the semiconductor industry and the upcoming direct flights from China Airlines to Phoenix, the ties between the two cities have become even closer. Currently, Arizona is home to over 30,000 Taiwanese Americans, more than 40 Taiwanese companies, and over 500 students studying in the state, serving as vital links connecting the two regions.
Fang Chongyu, the head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Los Angeles, stated, “The Taiwan-US relationship is not only built on mutual interests but also rooted in shared values—democracy, freedom, and innovation. May our friendship endure and become a steadfast testimony in the free world.”
During the event, the west campus of Arizona State University in Phoenix was adorned with colorful flags and lights, with flags from both Taiwan and the United States fluttering around the venue. TSMC mobilized over a thousand employees and their families to participate in the event, sponsoring a light show featuring 150 drones, showcasing magnificent aerial images of the Republic of China flag, Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Confucius Temple in Tainan, and Yehliu Queen’s Head among other Taiwanese landmarks, accompanied by classic Taiwanese music, leaving the audience in awe and applause.
The drone performance combines technology and art, symbolizing Taiwan’s leading position in the global high-tech industry and reflecting the increasingly deepening cooperation between Phoenix and Taipei, as well as between Arizona and Taiwan in the semiconductor and smart manufacturing fields.
Fang Chongyu pointed out that Taiwan ranks sixth globally in the 2025 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook, demonstrating a resilient and innovative national spirit. Simultaneously, Taiwan leads the world in AI servers and semiconductor manufacturing, making it an important economic and strategic partner for the United States.
TSMC’s $165 billion investment in Arizona is the largest foreign investment project in American history, marking a new milestone in Taiwan-US cooperation. Fang Chongyu expressed gratitude to Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Vice Mayor Ann O’Brien, ASU, and other entities for their long-term support, and looks forward to more exchanges between the two sides in technology, culture, education, and other areas in the future.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego presented a certificate of appreciation to Fang Chongyu to recognize his contributions to promoting bilateral friendly relations. The event program included dragon and lion dances, kung fu performances, children’s song and dance acts, and raffles. There were also Taiwanese night market-style booths offering bubble milk tea, salt and pepper chicken, braised dishes, and other Taiwanese delicacies, allowing local residents to savor the taste of Taiwan while learning about the island’s culture.
The local TSMC families in Phoenix enthusiastically participated in the event with a “family outing” approach, with many sitting on the ground, leisurely watching the performances and light show, showcasing the community’s cohesion.