Taiwan in Fiji

11/06/2026

Celebrating friendship and partnership with our Pacific allies 🇲🇭 🇵🇼 🇹🇻

MOFA Minister Lin Chia-lung joined President Lai Ching-te at the Pacific Cultural Gala in Taipei, where they welcomed ambassadors from Taiwan’s Pacific allies, including Marshall Islands Ambassador Anjanette Kattil, Palau Ambassador David Adams Orrukem, and Tuvalu Ambassador Lily Tangisia Faavae.

Held ahead of the 55th Pacific Islands Forum, the gala was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the enduring friendships between Taiwan and our Pacific partners. The Marshall Islands, Palau, and Tuvalu have consistently supported Taiwan in international forums, and we are proud to share deep Austronesian cultural connections with them.

As we look to the future, Taiwan will continue working hand in hand with our Pacific allies to promote sustainable development, mutual prosperity, and stronger people-to-people ties.

Kommol Tata! Sulang! Faafetai! Thank you!

11/06/2026

Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao recently visited Palau 🇵🇼, where she was warmly welcomed by President Surangel Whipps Jr.

Accompanying Vice President Hsiao on the trip were MOFA Vice Minister Baushuan Ger and Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare Lin Ching-yi. During the visit, President Whipps Jr. personally showed the delegation around some of Palau’s most iconic sites, including the historic World War II Peleliu Battlefield. They also enjoyed rafting and scuba diving at the breathtaking Big Drop-Off in the Rock Islands, experiencing Palau’s world-renowned natural beauty firsthand.

President Whipps Jr. also hosted a welcome banquet in honor of the delegation, highlighting the close friendship between Taiwan and Palau.

Taiwan and Palau share a deep, family-like partnership. Through the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, MOFA will continue to work closely with Palau on meaningful cooperation initiatives and further strengthen the strong bonds of friendship between our two nations.

11/06/2026

MOFA sincerely thanks Australia 🇦🇺 and New Zealand 🇳🇿 for once again highlighting the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.

Following their recent leaders' summit in Noosa, Queensland, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon issued a joint statement that:

📍 Reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait
📍 Opposed any unilateral attempts to change the status quo
📍 Encouraged dialogue and peaceful engagement over coercion or the use of force

This follows similar statements made in August last year and after the Australia–New Zealand Foreign and Defense Ministerial Consultations in March, demonstrating the two countries' continued commitment to regional peace and security.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung expressed appreciation for Australia's and New Zealand's support. Taiwan will continue working closely with like-minded partners to promote peace, stability, and prosperity throughout the region.

澳洲🇦🇺與紐西蘭🇳🇿兩國總理發布聯合聲明支持台海和平穩定！

前幾天 #澳洲 總理艾伯尼斯（Anthony Albanese）與 #紐西蘭 總理盧克森（Christopher Luxon）舉行兩國領袖峰會，會後聯合聲明的重點包含：

📍重申台海和平穩定的重要性
📍反對以脅迫或武力片面改變現狀
📍鼓勵兩岸進行對話

這次聯合聲明是繼今年3月「澳紐外長及防長聯席會議」後，澳紐兩國政府再度重申維護 #台海和平穩定 的重要性，佳龍部長對此表達高度肯定與感謝。

台灣將持續與理念相近國家強化合作，共同維護區域穩定與和平繁榮 🤝

MOFA commends & thanks Australia🇦🇺 & New Zealand🇳🇿 for joint statement reiterating support for Taiwan Strait peace & stability!

Australian Prime Minister and New Zealand Prime Minister met for a leaders’ summit in Queensland’s Noosa Shire recently, and subsequently issued a joint statement, in which a dedicated clause:

📍reaffirmed the importance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait,
📍expressed opposition any unilateral action to change the status quo, and
📍encouraged dialogue rather than coercion or the use of force.

The statement comes on the heels of a similar one issued in August of last year and echoes the one issued after the Australia–New Zealand Foreign and Defense Ministerial Consultations in March. MOFA Minister Lin Chia-lung commends and thanks the countries for the statements. Taiwan will continue to work with like-minded partners to uphold the peace, stability, and prosperity of the region.

28/05/2026

🇹🇼馬偕紀念醫院第7次斐濟醫療任務圓滿完成！🇫🇯

2026年5月2日至14日，馬偕紀念醫院斐濟專科醫療團再次跨越南太平洋，前往斐濟楠迪地區，展開第7次國際醫療任務，用專業與愛心守護當地民眾健康 ❤️

本次醫療任務集結心臟內科、家庭醫學科、婦產科、急診醫學科、中醫及牙科等多元專科團隊，深入：
📍楠迪醫院
📍Sarada健康中心
📍Nawaka村

團隊除了提供專科門診與社區外展服務，更進行臨床教學、遠距會診及醫療物資支援，持續深化台斐醫療合作 🤝

From May 2 to 14, 2026, the Mackay Memorial Hospital Medical Mission once again crossed the South Pacific to the Nadi region of Fiji for its 7th international medical mission, bringing professional care and compassion to support the health of local communities ❤️

This mission brought together specialists from cardiology, family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, emergency medicine, traditional Chinese medicine, and dentistry, serving at:
📍Nadi Hospital
📍Sarada Medical Centre
📍Nawaka Village

In addition to providing specialist clinics and community outreach services, the team also conducted clinical teaching, telemedicine consultations, and medical supply support, further strengthening medical cooperation between Taiwan and Fiji 🤝

20/05/2026

Taiwan sincerely thanks the international community for its continued support for Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly.

This year, leaders and institutions from more than 50 countries have voiced their support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the 79th World Health Assembly.

Highlights include:

🔹 Eleven of Taiwan’s diplomatic allies that are members of the World Health Organization proposed supplementary agenda items supporting Taiwan’s participation in the WHA.

🔹 The Congress of Guatemala and the National Assembly of Saint Kitts and Nevis passed resolutions backing Taiwan’s participation in the international community.

🔹 The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and Sweden’s Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard both publicly supported Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations. The European Union also noted that there is no international consensus supporting the PRC’s “One China Principle,” which the EU does not recognize.

🔹 U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations Mike Waltz and the U.S. Department of State reiterated their support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.

Lawmakers from many countries, along with international medical organizations such as the World Medical Association and numerous NGOs, have also spoken up through letters, joint statements, and social media campaigns, emphasizing that no one should be left behind in global health efforts.

Taiwan continues to contribute to global healthcare through its advanced smart health technology and strong medical system. Through initiatives like the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project, Taiwan has worked closely with partners around the world to help improve healthcare and save lives.

We are deeply grateful to our friends and partners for recognizing and supporting Taiwan’s contributions to global health.

誠摯感謝國際社會力挺台灣參與世界衛生大會！

今年第79屆 在外交部與駐外館處持續努力之下，目前已經有50多國的行政或立法部門堅定力挺台灣參與WHA及國際組織，包含：

🔹 具有WHO會員國身分的11國友邦提交相關提案，要求列入今年WHA議程。

🔹 瓜地馬拉、聖克里斯多福及尼維斯等國會通過友台決議。

🔹 英國外交部與瑞典外長皆公開表達支持台灣有意義參與國際組織。歐盟除了表達支持，也指出中國的「一中原則」並無國際共識，歐盟並未承認或採用。

🔹 美國駐聯合國常代Michael Waltz與美國國務院也表達堅定立場，認為台灣應有意義參與國際組織。

此外，許多國家的國會議員、世界醫師會等國際醫衛團體及非政府組織，透過個別或聯合致函或社群媒體等形式，籲請全球各界共同採取行動支持台灣參與，讓全球公衛體系不遺漏任何人。

台灣智慧醫療技術不僅結合高科技產業成果與健康照護專業，也透過 #榮邦計畫 跟好朋友分享，一起成為守護生命的力量。感謝好朋友的力挺，讓台灣醫療點亮世界！

Taiwan thanks the international community for supporting Taiwan's participation in the World Health Assembly!

The executive or legislative branches of over 50 countries have shown their support for Taiwan's participation in the 79th World Health Assembly, including:

🔹 11 of our World Health Organization member-nation diplomatic allies have proposed supplementary agenda items regarding Taiwan's participation in the World Health Assembly.

🔹 The Congress of Guatemala and the National Assembly of Saint Kitts and Nevis adopted resolutions in favor of Taiwan's participation in the international community.

🔹 The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and Swedish Minister of Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard have both called for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations. As well as expressing support, the European Union has pointed out that there is no international consensus behind the PRC's 'One China Principle', which remains unrecognized by the EU.

🔹 The Permanent Representative of the US to the United Nations Mike Waltz and the U.S. Department of State have reiterated their stance, suggesting Taiwan should meaningfully participate in international organizations.

MPs from many countries, international medical associations such as the World Medical Association, and NGOs have appealed to the world to support Taiwan's participation and to leave no one behind in global health through various means, including individual or joint letters and social media posts.

Taiwan's smart health technology combines our high-tech strengths with our professional healthcare system, which we have gone on to share with partners under the Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project in order to help save lives around the world. We thank our friends for highlighting Taiwan's contributions to healthcare!



衛生福利部

20/05/2026

A big thank you to our allies for voicing their support for Taiwan’s participation in the global public health system at ❤️

As the 79th World Health Assembly continues in Geneva, we sincerely appreciate 🇵🇼 and 🇵🇾 for speaking up for Taiwan during the WHA plenary session’s two-on-two debate. They highlighted Taiwan’s expertise, experience, and willingness to contribute to global health, while also reinforcing the important principle of leaving no one behind 🫶

Taiwan continues to play a key role in high-tech industries, global healthcare, and pandemic prevention. By being included in the international public health network, Taiwan can further share its strengths and help improve health outcomes around the world.

20/05/2026

MOFA Minister Lin Chia-lung and Minister of Health and Welfare Shih Chung-liang joined an international press conference in Geneva to officially kick off Taiwan’s World Health Assembly campaign, along with the opening of the Taiwan Smart Medical & HealthTech Expo 🙌

The expo brings together representatives from 30 leading medical institutions and companies, highlighting Taiwan’s strengths in innovative medicine, smart healthcare, and resilient healthcare systems. It’s a great opportunity for Taiwan’s medical experts to connect and collaborate with the international community.

Through this event, Taiwan is showcasing how technology and innovation are helping build stronger, more resilient healthcare systems — and reinforcing Taiwan’s important role in global healthcare networks.

13/05/2026

Taiwan strongly condemns China’s latest attempt to block Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA) through false claims and political pressure.

The facts are clear:
🔹 The Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent nation.
🔹 Taiwan has never been governed by the People’s Republic of China.
🔹 UNGA Resolution 2758 and WHA Resolution 25.1 do not mention Taiwan and cannot be used to exclude Taiwan from international participation.

Health is a universal human right — not a political tool.

Taiwan has consistently contributed to global public health and epidemic prevention, earning recognition from partners around the world. As a responsible and constructive member of the international community, Taiwan stands ready to work with the world to build a healthier future for all 🌍

We urge the WHO to uphold professionalism and neutrality, resist political interference, and invite Taiwan to participate in the WHA as an observer.

■ 嚴正駁斥中國外交部錯誤言論打壓我國主權！

日前中國外交部謬稱我國參與國際組織需先經過同意，阻撓我國參加今年第79屆 ，外交部強烈抗議與譴責此種貶損我國主權的錯誤言論，並嚴正重申：

🔺中華民國台灣是主權獨立國家，與中華人民共和國互不隸屬。

🔺我國參與國際組織的權利，是基於主權的「正當合法權利」，中國無權置喙與阻撓。

🔺二戰結束後，具有國際法效力的《 #舊金山和約》取代《開羅宣言》及《波茲坦公告》等政治聲明，該和約並未將台灣交給中華人民共和國，中華人民共和國更從未統治過台灣！

🔺「聯大第2758號決議」及「WHA第25.1號決議」均未提及台灣，不能用於排除我國參與聯合國體系及其他國際組織。

外交部深信健康是基本人權，不應受政治干預，台灣醫療實力與疫情防治成果全球有目共睹，呼籲 秘書處應秉持專業與中立，拒絕中國政治干預，讓台灣為全球公衛貢獻心力！

■ MOFA condemns and denounces in the strongest terms the PRC’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs for issuing false statements on May 11 that sought to downgrade Taiwan’s sovereignty. These remarks included the inappropriate citation of China’s so-called “one China principle” and the spurious claim that Taiwan’s inclusion in international organizations required approval. They were aimed at obstructing Taiwan’s participation in the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA).

🔺The Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent nation and neither it nor the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is subordinate to the other.

🔺Taiwan has the right to participate in such international organizations as the United Nations. And China has no right to comment or interfere with this.

🔺Following World War II, the Treaty of San Francisco—which has the force of international law—replaced political declarations such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation. The treaty did not grant sovereignty over Taiwan to the PRC, and the PRC has never governed Taiwan. Taiwan has never been part of the PRC.

🔺MOFA once again underscores that United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 and WHA Resolution 25.1 make no mention of Taiwan. Thus, the resolutions cannot serve as a basis for precluding Taiwan’s participation in the UN system or other international organizations.

MOFA emphasizes that health is a fundamental human right and should not be subject to political interference. Taiwan’s contributions to global epidemic prevention and public health have been internationally recognized. It is an indispensable, constructive partner of the global health system. MOFA urges the WHO Secretariat to uphold professionalism and neutrality, reject political interference by China, and promptly invite Taiwan to participate in the WHA as an observer to enable Taiwan to make greater contributions to global public health.

13/05/2026

WHO Cares? TAIWAN Cares. 🇹🇼🌍

As people around the world are living longer, the real question becomes: how can we help everyone enjoy healthier, happier, and more dignified lives in those extra years? 🙌🏻

Taiwan is using its strengths in semiconductors, AI, and smart healthcare technology to support people through every stage of life — helping seniors stay healthy, independent, and connected to their communities.

From smart medical solutions to innovative healthcare systems, Taiwan is ready and willing to share its experience and contribute to global health efforts.

Because caring for people’s well-being should never have borders 💙

WHO Cares? TAIWAN Cares.

13/05/2026

🇹🇼教育是點亮斐濟下一代的力量🇫🇯

周進發代表支持斐濟 Dreketi 小學校友會辦理教師交誼廳修繕工程，為辛勤付出的教師們打造更舒適休憩空間🏫

教師是孩子成長道路上最重要的引路人，而優質教學與工作環境，更是教育品質的重要基石。此次修繕工程不僅改善校園設施，也展現台灣與斐濟攜手關懷教育的真摯情誼📚

🇹🇼 Education is the power that lights the future for the next generation in Fiji 🇫🇯

Representative Joseph Chow supported the Dreketi Old Scholars Association (DOSA) in carrying out renovation works for the teachers’ quarters at Dreketi School, creating a more comfortable space for the hardworking educators 🏫

Teachers are the most important mentors in a child’s journey of growth, and positive teaching and working environment is a vital foundation for education. This renovation project not only improves school facilities, but also reflects the staunch partnership between Taiwan and Fiji in supporting education and caring for future generations 📚