Vice President: Taiwan Won't Be Absent, Building a Next-Gen Space and Defense Ecosystem
Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim delivered a video speech emphasizing that Taiwan, utilizing its semiconductor and precision manufacturing strengths, is ready to drive the next-generation space and defense ecosystem.
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(Central News Agency reporter Wen Kuei-hsiang, Taipei, 16th) Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim stated today that Taiwan deeply understands the importance of integrating private innovation with indigenous defense production. Even though Taiwan is a latecomer to the space domain, it will absolutely not be absent from global developments. Taiwan is rapidly expanding its international presence, and relying on its democratic system, precision manufacturing advantages, and critical role in the supply chain, it is ready to drive the next-generation space and defense ecosystem. "Trust" and "reliability" are precisely Taiwan's brand labels.
The Presidential Office issued a press release today stating that the Vice President delivered a recorded speech in English this morning for the "41st Space Symposium - Indo-Pacific Military Outlook and Partnership Panel." She thanked the Space Foundation and all organizers for inviting her, giving Taiwan the opportunity to participate in this important dialogue discussing the Indo-Pacific military outlook, partnerships, and Taiwan's role in the space domain.
She said that the resilient people of Taiwan, especially the ambitions of vibrant scientists, engineers, and innovators, have long surpassed the horizon and reached into space.
The Vice President pointed out that in dealing with complex geopolitical challenges, Taiwan has always been a trustworthy partner. Under the leadership of President Lai Ching-te, Taiwan is decisively accelerating various preparatory works under a whole-of-society defense resilience framework. The government views space as a key driver for areas like next-generation communications and national defense intelligence surveillance. Therefore, developing a space strategy is not just about building infrastructure; it is viewed as a core pillar of national survival and resilience.
She added that Taiwan also deeply understands that integrating private innovation with indigenous defense production is a necessary operational step. Although Taiwan is a rising star in the space sector, she guaranteed that Taiwan would absolutely not be absent.
The Vice President stated that Taiwan is rapidly expanding its global layout. It is not only an indispensable semiconductor hub but is also prepared to drive the next-generation space and defense ecosystem. Taiwan's advantages lie in its vibrant democratic system, precision manufacturing prowess, and the ability to provide secure, high-end components to global supply chains. After all, "trust" and "reliability" are precisely Taiwan's brand labels.
She said that as everyone explores military outlooks and partnerships, Taiwan must recognize that regional security, including secure space architectures, is closely tied to the overall stability of the Indo-Pacific region. Taiwan is eager to participate in these dialogues. By building strategic consensus, sharing technical expertise, and walking side-by-side with regional partners, a secure, prosperous, and transparent future can be forged for everyone.
The Vice President also invited everyone to personally witness Taiwan's progress. She mentioned that from November 8 to 12 this year, the Taiwan Space Agency will host the "Taiwan International Space Affairs Conference" in southern Taiwan. She welcomed everyone to attend and learn about Taiwan's current development achievements, inviting all to collaborate with Taiwan to jointly shape the future of the global space community. (Editor: Hsieh Chia-chen) 1150416
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The Presidential Office issued a press release today stating that the Vice President delivered a recorded speech in English this morning for the "41st Space Symposium - Indo-Pacific Military Outlook and Partnership Panel." She thanked the Space Foundation and all organizers for inviting her, giving Taiwan the opportunity to participate in this important dialogue discussing the Indo-Pacific military outlook, partnerships, and Taiwan's role in the space domain.
She said that the resilient people of Taiwan, especially the ambitions of vibrant scientists, engineers, and innovators, have long surpassed the horizon and reached into space.
The Vice President pointed out that in dealing with complex geopolitical challenges, Taiwan has always been a trustworthy partner. Under the leadership of President Lai Ching-te, Taiwan is decisively accelerating various preparatory works under a whole-of-society defense resilience framework. The government views space as a key driver for areas like next-generation communications and national defense intelligence surveillance. Therefore, developing a space strategy is not just about building infrastructure; it is viewed as a core pillar of national survival and resilience.
She added that Taiwan also deeply understands that integrating private innovation with indigenous defense production is a necessary operational step. Although Taiwan is a rising star in the space sector, she guaranteed that Taiwan would absolutely not be absent.
The Vice President stated that Taiwan is rapidly expanding its global layout. It is not only an indispensable semiconductor hub but is also prepared to drive the next-generation space and defense ecosystem. Taiwan's advantages lie in its vibrant democratic system, precision manufacturing prowess, and the ability to provide secure, high-end components to global supply chains. After all, "trust" and "reliability" are precisely Taiwan's brand labels.
She said that as everyone explores military outlooks and partnerships, Taiwan must recognize that regional security, including secure space architectures, is closely tied to the overall stability of the Indo-Pacific region. Taiwan is eager to participate in these dialogues. By building strategic consensus, sharing technical expertise, and walking side-by-side with regional partners, a secure, prosperous, and transparent future can be forged for everyone.
The Vice President also invited everyone to personally witness Taiwan's progress. She mentioned that from November 8 to 12 this year, the Taiwan Space Agency will host the "Taiwan International Space Affairs Conference" in southern Taiwan. She welcomed everyone to attend and learn about Taiwan's current development achievements, inviting all to collaborate with Taiwan to jointly shape the future of the global space community. (Editor: Hsieh Chia-chen) 1150416
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