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"Brother, the U.S. is inviting me with high specifications!" Legislator reveals Han Kuo-yu's private conversation about high-level U.S. visit

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu will lead a bipartisan delegation to the United States from June 21 to 27.
  • The trip aims to foster congressional diplomacy, including a visit to TSMC in Phoenix and meetings with U.S. lawmakers and officials in Washington.
  • A legislator revealed Han expressed excitement about the high-level U.S. invitation, emphasizing the importance of enhancing defense capabilities.

Taiwan's Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu is set to lead a bipartisan delegation on a significant visit to the United States from June 21 to 27. The trip is designed to bolster congressional diplomacy and includes a visit to the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) facility in Phoenix, Arizona, followed by meetings with U.S. congressional members and officials in Washington D.C.

Brother, the U.S. is inviting me with high specifications!

— Han Kuo-yuLegislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu expressing his excitement about the U.S. invitation to Legislative Yuan DPP caucus whip Chuang Jui-hsiung.

The upcoming visit has generated considerable attention, with Democratic Party caucus whip Chuang Jui-hsiung sharing insights into Han's private sentiments. Chuang recounted a conversation where Han expressed immense pleasure regarding the high-level invitation from the U.S. "Brother, the U.S. is inviting me with high specifications!" Han reportedly exclaimed, visibly delighted.

The U.S. is inviting me with high specifications!

— Han Kuo-yuLegislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu expressing his excitement about the U.S. invitation to Legislative Yuan DPP caucus whip Chuang Jui-hsiung.

Chuang emphasized the elevated status of this U.S. invitation, noting Han's commitment to enhancing Taiwan's defense capabilities. During discussions on military procurement bills, Han reportedly conveyed to Chuang his belief that strengthening national defense cannot be taken lightly. He also acknowledged the public's expectations and the media's focus on the issue, questioning whether any political party could ignore such pressure.

The defense capabilities need to be improved, and we cannot joke about it.

— Han Kuo-yuLegislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu conveying his stance on national defense to Chuang Jui-hsiung during military procurement bill discussions.

Han's stance on military procurement is seen as a positive signal by the U.S., potentially boosting diplomatic efforts. Chuang expressed hope that Han's delegation will achieve fruitful outcomes, underscoring the importance of cross-party cooperation in advancing Taiwan's international relations and defense posture.

Overseas compatriots and all sectors of society are looking forward to it, especially the media is arguing about this every day. Does any political party not feel the pressure?

— Han Kuo-yuLegislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu discussing public and media pressure regarding defense improvements with Chuang Jui-hsiung.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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