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Speech with McCarthy, Tsai Ing-wen: The US supports letting Taiwan know that "we are not isolated"
Reporter : Chen Yun / https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/politics/breakingnews/4261813 / Image :President Tsai said that the participation and support of McCarthy and members of Congress let Taiwan understand that "we are not isolated." (Photo by reporter Chen Yun)
6 April 2023, 4.35 am
US House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy and President Tsai jointly delivered a speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzINf6vK3ek&t=764s, https://news.tvbs.com.tw/live/news4live/33254?
President Tsai Ing-wen is the first Republic of China (Taiwan) president to meet with the Speaker of Congress in the United States. Tsai Ing-wen also made a public statement after meeting with US House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy and cross-party lawmakers. Tsai Ing-wen said that everyone's participation and support let Taiwan understand that "we are not isolated." We all understand that the previously maintained peace and democracy are facing unprecedented challenges. While Taiwan is working hard to defend the existing way of life, we are very grateful for the support of the United States. We must keep in mind the principles of a solid relationship between Taiwan and the United States, and not forget the will passed on by President Reagan with lessons.
Tsai Ing-wen said that she was very glad to have the opportunity to visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library again and meet with Speaker McCarthy and members of Congress. She thanked McCarthy for his hospitality and invited congressional leaders from all parties to attend the meeting, and their "unwavering support let the people of Taiwan know that we are not isolated and we are not alone."
Tsai Ing-wen believes that the Reagan Library can be said to be the best meeting place, giving us the opportunity to pay tribute to this highly respected American president and world leader. In an era of major changes in the diplomatic field, President Reagan played a key role in cooperating with the U.S. Congress to protect and strengthen Taiwan-U.S. relations. President Reagan's six assurances in 1982, along with the pivotal act of Congress, the Taiwan Relations Act, laid the foundation for a strong and special partnership that spans more than four decades, during which we have maintained peace, promoted prosperity, and Witness the flourishing of democracy in Taiwan.
However, Tsai Ing-wen also said, "Now we all understand that the peace we previously maintained and the democracy we worked hard to build are facing unprecedented challenges. In this world where democracy is threatened, it is imperative to keep the beacon of freedom alive. President Reagan once said that "freedom is not passed down from generation to generation, and each generation must continue to defend and fight for freedom."
Tsai Ing-wen said that she also reaffirmed Taiwan's determination to maintain a peaceful status quo to the congressional leaders, allowing the people of Taiwan to continue to live in a free and open society, and mentioned President Reagan's belief that "to maintain peace, we must first be stronger ourselves” and, "as we unite, we will be stronger".
Tsai Ing-wen said that on behalf of the people of Taiwan, she would also like to thank the cross-party members of the U.S. Congress for introducing various bills that strengthen Taiwan and Taiwan-U.S. relations. economic and trade ties, and supporting Taiwan's meaningful international engagement, will help "safeguard our shared interests, peace, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region".
Tsai Ing-wen emphasized that Taiwan is committed to becoming a reliable partner of the world, a cornerstone of stability in the region, and a force for good. The Analects of Confucius has a saying that "virtue is not alone, and there must be neighbors." "While Taiwan is working hard to defend the existing way of life, we are very grateful with the support of the United States, in the face of the unique challenges of this generation, we must keep in mind the principles that established a solid Taiwan-US relationship, and not forget the will and lessons passed down by President Ronald Reagan."
Finally, the President once again thanked Speaker McCarthy for his warm reception and friendship, and thanked all friends in the US Congress for standing with Taiwan.
Image : President Tsai Ing-wen and U.S. House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy jointly made a public statement after their meeting. (Photo by reporter Chen Yun)
Image : President Tsai Ing-wen and U.S. House Speaker McCarthy will go to a luncheon after their public remarks. (Photo by reporter Chen Yun)
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McCarthy: Taiwan-US relations will only be stronger with President Tsai in
Reporter : Chen Yun / https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/politics/breakingnews/4261815 / Image : McCarthy said that the current Taiwan-US relationship is at its strongest, and President Tsai is undoubtedly an important promoter of this strong relationship. (AFP)
U.S. House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy invited Chinese President Tsai Ing-wen to meet with cross-party lawmakers. After today's meeting, the two also made a public statement together. McCarthy said that the current moment is the strongest in the relationship between Taiwan and the United States. President Tsai is undoubtedly an important promoter of this strong relationship. Both Taiwan and the United States will abide by their obligations and reiterate their commitment to shared values. Relationships will only get stronger."
McCarthy said that it was a great honor to meet with President Tsai when he was transiting the United States, especially choosing the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library as an ideal place, where numerous exhibits are displayed, recording President Reagan's patriotism, belief in democracy, and A strong commitment to the values of peace and liberty that President Reagan espoused has long been the cornerstone of America's friendship with the people of Taiwan, and these values are now more important than ever.
McCarthy said, "I believe that the current Taiwan-US relationship is the strongest moment in my life, and President Tsai is undoubtedly an important driver of this strong relationship." Taiwan has a successful democracy, a prosperous economy, and is in the global health and science fields. Whether it is the deep business relationship between Taiwan and the United States, the strong exchanges between the people, or the shared value, our cooperation with the people of Taiwan continues to expand through dialogue and exchanges.
McCarthy emphasized that the friendship between the people of Taiwan and the United States is essential to the free world and is the key to maintaining economic freedom, peace and regional stability. "We will honor our obligations and reaffirm our commitment to the shared values that unite the American people. Base". Today is a bipartisan meeting, where Republicans and Democrats come together in a place that symbolizes freedom and promise. With President Tsai's participation, Taiwan-US relations will only become stronger.
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Historic moment! "Tsai-McConference" debut. McCarthy: Taiwan-U.S. friendship has never been stronger
Reporter : Chen Yun / https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/politics/breakingnews/4261810 / Image : McCarthy introduced the participating members to President Tsai one by one. (Photo by reporter Chen Yun)
"Tsai-McConference" is held at 10 am Western time on 5 April 2023. U.S. House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy and President Tsai walked into the venue together and introduced the participating members one by one. McCarthy said that the friendship between Taiwan and the United States has never been stronger than it is now. He is confident that Taiwan and the United States can jointly maintain the economy, freedom and democracy in Asia.
Tsai Ing-wen and McCarthy will have a bilateral meeting in the morning, and there will be cross-party congressmen attending the meeting. Before the meeting, open the media to take pictures of interactions and short speeches.
Tsai Ing-wen said that she is very grateful to McCarthy for the invitation, and also thank him for the warm and sunny welcome in California, as well as the presence of many congressmen.
McCarthy said that welcoming the President of Taiwan to the Ronald Reagan Library is not an event of the Republican Party, and it is a cross-party meeting with the participation of the Democratic Party.
McCarthy emphasized that the friendship between Taiwan and the United States has never been stronger than it is now. He is confident that the people of Taiwan and the United States can work together to maintain economic freedom and democracy in Asia.
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President Tsai meet with McCarthy, 160 international media gathered attention
Image : President Tsai met with McCarthy, 160 international media gathered attention (Dazhi Image /Associated Press)
Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy is meeting with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on 6 April 2023, which has attracted international attention. More than 160 journalists from international media, including mainstream media in the United States, have applied for interviews.
According to McCarthy's office planning, McCarthy will welcome President Tsai Ing-wen at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Los Angeles, California at 10 am Western time on 5 April 2023 (1 am Taiwan/Singapore time on 6 April 2023). Congressional leaders from across the party are involved.
McCarthy and President Tsai issued a statement to the media at 12 pm. Cross-party lawmakers attending the talks will hold a press conference at 2 pm to answer questions from the media.
The meeting between President Tsai and McCarthy was the first meeting between a Taiwanese president and the No. 3 figure in American politics in the United States, and it attracted the attention of local and international media in the United States. It is understood that more than 160 media reporters signed up for this meeting, including local mainstream media in the United States and important international media.
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McCarthy addresses Tsai Ing-wen as "President of Taiwan"
When McCarthy's office released media interview notices, it referred to Tsai Ing-wen as "President of Taiwan".
President Tsai Ing-wen ended her visit to the friendly countries, took a plane to leave Belize, and returned to Los Angeles, USA. It is expected that 300 Taiwanese overseas Chinese will be present to welcome them.
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Pro-CCP Chinese group threatens to disrupt Tsai's visits
According to the information obtained by Taiwanese who are overseas Chinese, during President Tsai’s transit in Los Angeles, including hotels, Ronald Reagan Library and other places, almost every itinerary will have the pro-China Chinese Chen Kang group present, claiming to mobilize thousands of people.
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Taiwanese in action to prevent street conflicts in Los Angeles
In order to prevent conflicts, in addition to preparing welcome slogans, the Taiwanese group in Los Angeles will distribute identification stickers to everyone, printed with "Welcome Taiwan President Ms. Tsai Ing-wen to Los Angeles" and the pattern of President Tsai and the Los Angeles skyline, and ask the participants to write their names.
In addition to identifying each other, the identification stickers are also used as a reference for the police present to prevent pro-China groups from causing trouble. Taiwanese and overseas Chinese remind each other to pay attention to those who have identification stickers around them, and not to conflict with each other. (Central News Agency)
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Green Committee: The highest level of reception in the past 40 years
Reporter : Lin Zhirou / https://news.tvbs.com.tw/politics/2087207
The office of Republican Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy announced on 3 April 2023 that he will meet with President Tsai Ing-wen on 5 April, Western time. Democratic Progressive Party legislator Wang Dingyu said on 4 April 2023 that this is the highest-level reception for the head of state of Taiwan to enter the United States for more than 40 years. The visit has an impact to Taiwan's exchanges with the international community.
The office of Republican Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy (Kevin McCarthy) announced on the 3rd that he will meet with Tsai Ing-wen at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley California on 5 April, Western time.
Image : McCarthy, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. (Photo / Dazhi Image Associated Press) McCarthy confirmed that he will meet with Tsai Ing-wen Green Committee: The highest level of reception in 40 years
Wang Dingyu pointed out that McCarthy's office confirmed that he would meet with Tsai Ing-wen on 5 April 2023, US Western time. He will lead congressmen and congressional leaders from across the party to meet with Tsai Ing-wen to discuss matters related to Taiwan and the United States.
He said that this meeting is very meaningful, because this is the highest level for the United States to receive Taiwan's democratically elected head of state in the United States for more than 40 years. However, Taiwan and the United States can have their own arrangements and plans for exchanges between Taiwan and the United States. The mainland is absolutely not allowed to make irresponsible remarks, or use force or other improper means to influence Taiwan's exchanges with the international community.
Wang Dingyu said that in the past, the CCP’s official, CCP’s official media and disinformation platforms, as well as certain people and media pro-CCP in Taiwan, have continuously released skeptical theories, claiming that the meeting was cancelled, downgraded, or changed to other In this way. The statement issued by McCarthy’s office just hits the face of these distorted false and wrong information. If they are part of Taiwan, whether it is the media or political figures, they cooperate with the CCP’s operation, and they will not see Taiwan well. They do not want to see Taiwan from the bottom of their hearts. To be seen internationally and to make breakthroughs in diplomacy should be clearly recognized and rejected by the people of Taiwan.
Wang Dingyu finally declared that McCarthy is about to meet with Tsai Ing-wen's delegation. This is a historic moment. This diplomatic achievement is a joint achievement of 23 million people. "It is not a single party, and it does not distinguish between blue and green."
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Tsai Ing-wen arrives in Los Angeles, Chinese praise "President Xiaoying, Strong"
Reporter : Chen Yun / https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/politics/breakingnews/4261310 / Image : Chinese who opposed the CCP regime were also present, holding up slogans such as "Strong President Xiaoying, the people of the mainland love you too" to show their support. (provided by readers)
President Tsai Ing-wen arrived in Los Angeles, California, USA in the evening of 4 April 2023 Western time (morning of the 5 April 2023 Taiwan/Singapore time). The American Institute in Taiwan President Rosenberg and the representative to the United States Xiao Meiqin boarded the plane again to welcome Tsai Ing-wen tomorrow. Tsai meets with US House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy. The "Beijing Federation" and other Chinese nationals waited outside the hotel where President Tsai stayed in the afternoon, shouting slogans such as "Taiwan belongs to China" and "Taiwan independence is a dead end". People in mainland China love you too," cheering for President Tsai.
These Chinese expatriates waited at the entrance of the hotel where President Tsai stayed in the evening, shouting and holding hands "Taiwan belongs to China", "Taiwan is Chinese territory", "Tsai Ing-wen's traitor", "oppose Taiwan independence", "Taiwan independence is a dead end", "Tsai Ing-wen is a troublemaker in cross-strait relations" and other slogans.
However, a large number of Taiwanese compatriots also came to support Tsai Ing-wen. Groups such as the Taiwanese Public Affairs Association and the Taiwan Hakka Association of Southern California kept shouting "Hello President, Hello President, Xiaoying Xiaoying, I love you" to cheer for the president. , Tsai Ing-wen saw enthusiastic overseas Chinese, and generously stepped forward to shake hands and say hello, and said "I will sign next time" when asked to sign.
Even the Chinese who opposed the CCP regime were present. They held up slogans such as "Strong President Xiaoying, the people of the mainland love you too", "The only way out for Taiwan's independence", "Welcome President Tsai Ing-wen, the mainland Chinese welcome you", etc. show support for President Tsai.
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The volume of shouting "Republic of China" in China has improved? Lianhe Zaobao named Ma Ying-jeou for re-election as president......
Image : Lianhe Zaobao stated that whether Ma Ying-jeou will qualify for the presidential election again has become a topic of discussion among many supporters of the blue camp. (file photo)
The 2024 presidential election is imminent. When the KMT nominee is pending, the Chinese-language media "Lianhe Zaobao" with the highest circulation in Singapore on 4 April 2023 named former President Ma Ying-jeou who is visiting China, calling it to resolve the Taiwan Strait's cross-strait adversity, whether Ma Ying-jeou will qualify again has become a topic of discussion among many supporters of the blue camp.
"Lianhe Zaobao" said on Tuesday that Ma Ying-jeou's visit to China was criticized by many Taiwanese factions, and his voice was low at first. It was not as good as the news that escaped baboons were killed in Taoyuan Liufu Village at the end of last month. China publicly speaks of the "Republic of China", and the voice tends to "open low and go high". It was also rumored that Ma Ying-jeou will visit the United States in the second half of the year. It seems that he intends to become an important role in the relationship between China and the United States. However, at a time when the presidential nominee of the blue camp is still in the middle of the show, "Can Ma Ying-jeou be re-elected as president? This issue has recently aroused discussions among the people."
In an interview with Lianhe Zaobao, Du Shengcong, director of the Department of Broadcasting and Television at Ming Chuan University, claimed that compared with DPP chairman Lai Qingde Ding Yizun and third-force People's Party chairman Ke Wenzhe, the Kuomintang is behind in the nomination of candidates for the presidency. The voters fell into anxiety, and the polls continued to drop. "Amid such chaos, many supporters of the Blue Army began to look to Ma Ying-jeou, who had been in power for eight years. Leader. If he is re-elected as president, he may be able to open a road to peace between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait."
However, Du Shengcong, who has studied cross-strait relations for a long time, believes that Ma Ying-jeou should not be involved in the fierce election battle again, and Ma Ying-jeou, who has stepped down from his official position, has more room to play. , the Kuomintang’s leading position has been split and surpassed so far; if it enters the presidential election again, the shortcomings of past governance will be magnified and examined. With Ma Ying-jeou’s status in the party, he can lead young people to travel across the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan and the United States, and serve China, the United States and Taiwan The major political direction of exchanges and the peaceful discourse set the tone, and then the Kuomintang recruits candidates who can best unite the middle voters and non-green forces to implement it, and the Blue Army has a chance to reverse and win."
新加坡《聯合早報》刊登一篇「為化解兩岸逆境 馬英九或再選總統？」的文章。（擷自網路）
Image : Singapore's newspaper Lianhe Zaobao published an article "To resolve cross-strait adversity Ma Ying-jeou or re-elect president?". (taken from the Internet)
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