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Taiwan legislative speaker leads bipartisan delegation to U.S. with 'four major goals'

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu is leading a bipartisan delegation of lawmakers on a visit to the United States.
  • The "four major goals" of the trip include congressional exchange, congratulating the U.S. on its 250th anniversary, taking the inaugural direct flight to Washington, and visiting a TSMC facility.
  • The delegation aims to deepen U.S.-Taiwan legislative cooperation and discuss national security and governance.

Taiwan's Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu is heading a bipartisan delegation of lawmakers on a significant visit to the United States, aiming to achieve four key objectives. The trip, which commenced on June 21, seeks to strengthen U.S.-Taiwan relations through legislative exchange and engagement.

This trip to the United States hopes to achieve congressional exchange, congratulate the U.S. on its 250th anniversary of founding, take the direct flight from Taipei to Washington, and visit the TSMC Arizona plant.

— Han Kuo-yuOutlining the primary objectives of the legislative delegation's visit to the U.S.

The delegation's "four major goals" encompass fostering congressional dialogue, extending congratulations to the U.S. on its upcoming 250th anniversary, utilizing the newly established direct flight service between Taipei and Washington, and touring the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) facility in Arizona. This visit underscores Taiwan's commitment to deepening its ties with the United States across various sectors.

This year is the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Legislative Yuan is the highest representative body of the Republic of China, and cross-party legislators represent the nation to offer the highest blessings to the U.S. government and wish the U.S. a happy National Day.

— Han Kuo-yuExplaining the significance of congratulating the U.S. on its bicentennial.

Accompanying Speaker Han are lawmakers from the Kuomintang, Democratic Progressive Party, and Taiwan People's Party, highlighting a unified cross-party effort in pursuing national interests abroad. Vice Speaker Johnny Chiang saw the delegation off at Taoyuan International Airport, presenting Speaker Han with vitamins to support his energy during the demanding diplomatic mission. The delegation's agenda includes discussions on national security, district governance, and enhancing future cooperation between the U.S. and Taiwanese legislatures.

The establishment of TSMC in Arizona has been a concern for compatriots at home and abroad. Many compatriots have been concerned about TSMC's development over the past nearly five years of investment in the United States. The delegation will visit TSMC and also talk with employees, hoping that TSMC employees can work and live smoothly in all aspects in the United States.

— Han Kuo-yuDetailing the delegation's interest in TSMC's operations and employee welfare in Arizona.
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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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