On June 4 Anniversary, Lin Chia-lung: Taiwan and Czechia Both Have Dictatorship History, Will Unite to Defend Democracy
On the last day of Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil's visit to Taiwan, which coincided with the 37th anniversary of the June 4 incident, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said that Taiwan and Czechia both have histories of authoritarian rule and will unite to defend democracy against current threats.
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(Central News Agency reporter Yang Yao-ru, Taipei, 4th) The visit of Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil to Taiwan came to its final day, coinciding with the 37th anniversary of the June 4 Incident. Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung stated today that both Taiwan and Czechia have histories of authoritarian rule, and in the face of current threats, they will unite to defend the free and democratic life they have worked hard to achieve.
Czech Senate President Vystrčil held a press conference at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the afternoon. Lin Chia-lung, Taiwan's Representative to the Czech Republic Chen Li-kuo, and Representative David Steinke of the Czech Economic and Cultural Office attended.
Lin Chia-lung said in his speech that Vystrčil has always been a staunch supporter of Taiwan, and his contributions to Taiwan-Czech relations are reflected not only in policy initiatives but also in long-term exchanges and interactions with Taiwan. "Vystrčil is already a true Taiwanese," Lin said, echoing Vystrčil's remarks at a thank-you dinner on the 3rd that returning to Taiwan feels as familiar and warm as coming home.
Lin noted that from direct flights, industrial investment, technological cooperation, to people-to-people exchanges, cooperation and trust between Taiwan and Czechia are gradually accumulating into concrete results. He himself has visited Czechia multiple times within the past six months, even bringing his family along. This is the fruit of friendship that the people of Taiwan and Czechia can share.
Lin emphasized that Taiwan, located in a strategically important position in the Asia-Pacific region, is committed to defending the values of democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law. Czechia shares the same ideals and goals with Taiwan. He believes that this visit will not only deepen bilateral exchanges but also send a positive message for regional peace and stability.
Today marks the 37th anniversary of the June 4 Incident. Lin pointed out that this painful day reminds him of the Velvet Revolution in Czechia during the third wave of democratization, which peacefully ended the communist dictatorship, and the separation of Czechia and Slovakia was also very peaceful, maintaining friendly relations to this day.
Lin said that China's 1989 June 4 Incident ended with bloody suppression, with a regime suppressing its own people, and now it is expanding authoritarianism externally. He believes that both Taiwanese and Czech people have histories of facing authoritarian rule, and in the face of current threats, Taiwan and Czechia will stand together to defend the free and democratic life they have won through effort.
When asked by media whether it was intentional that the last day of Vystrčil's visit coincided with the 37th anniversary of the June 4 Incident, Vystrčil said the date was not deliberately chosen. But on this day, he expressed sympathy and remembrance for the Taiwanese people and all victims of the June 4 Incident, which makes people more aware of the value of freedom. (Editor: Su Lung-chi) 1150604
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Czech Senate President Vystrčil held a press conference at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the afternoon. Lin Chia-lung, Taiwan's Representative to the Czech Republic Chen Li-kuo, and Representative David Steinke of the Czech Economic and Cultural Office attended.
Lin Chia-lung said in his speech that Vystrčil has always been a staunch supporter of Taiwan, and his contributions to Taiwan-Czech relations are reflected not only in policy initiatives but also in long-term exchanges and interactions with Taiwan. "Vystrčil is already a true Taiwanese," Lin said, echoing Vystrčil's remarks at a thank-you dinner on the 3rd that returning to Taiwan feels as familiar and warm as coming home.
Lin noted that from direct flights, industrial investment, technological cooperation, to people-to-people exchanges, cooperation and trust between Taiwan and Czechia are gradually accumulating into concrete results. He himself has visited Czechia multiple times within the past six months, even bringing his family along. This is the fruit of friendship that the people of Taiwan and Czechia can share.
Lin emphasized that Taiwan, located in a strategically important position in the Asia-Pacific region, is committed to defending the values of democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law. Czechia shares the same ideals and goals with Taiwan. He believes that this visit will not only deepen bilateral exchanges but also send a positive message for regional peace and stability.
Today marks the 37th anniversary of the June 4 Incident. Lin pointed out that this painful day reminds him of the Velvet Revolution in Czechia during the third wave of democratization, which peacefully ended the communist dictatorship, and the separation of Czechia and Slovakia was also very peaceful, maintaining friendly relations to this day.
Lin said that China's 1989 June 4 Incident ended with bloody suppression, with a regime suppressing its own people, and now it is expanding authoritarianism externally. He believes that both Taiwanese and Czech people have histories of facing authoritarian rule, and in the face of current threats, Taiwan and Czechia will stand together to defend the free and democratic life they have won through effort.
When asked by media whether it was intentional that the last day of Vystrčil's visit coincided with the 37th anniversary of the June 4 Incident, Vystrčil said the date was not deliberately chosen. But on this day, he expressed sympathy and remembrance for the Taiwanese people and all victims of the June 4 Incident, which makes people more aware of the value of freedom. (Editor: Su Lung-chi) 1150604
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FAQ
What is the core of this news?
On the June 4 anniversary, Taiwan and Czechia expressed solidarity to defend democracy.
What did Lin Chia-lung emphasize?
He emphasized that both countries have histories of dictatorship and face current threats unitedly.
Did Vystrčil intentionally choose the date?
No, it was not intentional, but he expressed condolences for June 4 victims.