US Congressional Delegation Visits Taiwan for National Day

A Japanese parliamentary delegation led by former President Santo Akiko is visiting Taiwan to strengthen diplomatic ties and support Taiwan's global participation, coinciding with Taiwan's National Day celebrations on October 10. Meanwhile, a U.S. congressional delegation, including Representatives Debbie Lesko, Andy Biggs, and Carol Miller, has arrived in Taiwan to reinforce U.S.-Taiwan relations amid ongoing Chinese threats. Their discussions will center on defense cooperation, security in the Taiwan Strait, and economic policies, with plans for a U.S. team to evaluate Taiwan's capability to produce Stinger missiles. The visits underscore the deepening partnerships between Taiwan and key allies Japan and the United States, denoting a collective commitment to regional peace and stability. Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the importance of these visits in countering China's increasing coercion and isolation tactics against the island. Both delegations' participation in Taiwan's National Day reflects strong international support for the nation's sovereignty and democratic values.