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KMT Chairwoman to Lead Delegation to U.S. for Diplomatic Outreach

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kuomintang (KMT) Chairwoman Sylvia Chang will lead a delegation to the United States on June 1, embarking on a 16-day visit.
  • New Taipei City mayoral candidate Lee Shih-chuan stated that the visit aims to promote the Republic of China's diplomacy and international visibility, calling any such international engagement "a good thing."
  • The trip is expected to foster diplomatic ties and showcase Taiwan's international presence.

Kuomintang (KMT) Chairwoman Sylvia Chang is set to lead a delegation on a 16-day visit to the United States, departing on the evening of June 1. The trip aims to bolster diplomatic relations and enhance Taiwan's international profile.

Lee Shih-chuan, a candidate for New Taipei City mayor, expressed support for the initiative. "Promoting the Republic of China's diplomacy and allowing the international community to see the Republic of China, any opportunity to go out is a good thing," Lee stated when asked about Chang's upcoming visit and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's anticipation for the trip.

The delegation's visit is intended to facilitate diplomatic exchanges and provide a platform for the international community to recognize Taiwan's presence on the global stage. Further details regarding the delegation members are expected to be announced at a press conference on the day of departure.

This diplomatic outreach underscores the KMT's commitment to international engagement and aims to strengthen Taiwan's foreign relations through direct interaction with U.S. counterparts.

Promoting the Republic of China's diplomacy and allowing the international community to see the Republic of China, any opportunity to go out is a good thing.

โ€” Lee Shih-chuanNew Taipei City mayoral candidate, commenting on KMT Chairwoman Sylvia Chang's upcoming visit to the U.S.
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