Vice President Meets NASA Astronaut Kjell Lindgren, Hopes for More Talent in Space Sector
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with NASA astronaut Dr. Kjell Lindgren, affirming his contributions to space exploration and science. She expressed hope for more Taiwanese talent to enter the space field and emphasized Taiwan's commitment to international space cooperation despite its late start.
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Central News Agency (Taipei, April 21st) - Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim today met with NASA astronaut Dr. Kjell Lindgren, commending his outstanding contributions in space exploration and science. Vice President Hsiao stated that although Taiwan has started relatively late in the space sector, it will absolutely not be absent. She hopes that in the future, more talented individuals of Taiwanese origin will engage in the space field.
The Presidential Office issued a press release noting that the Vice President met with Lindgren and his delegation this afternoon.
In her remarks, Vice President Hsiao mentioned that she had previously met with US Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, who is also an astronaut and a long-time supporter of Taiwan. Lindgren is the first Taiwan-born astronaut she has met, making the occasion particularly meaningful. She hopes that more talented individuals of Taiwanese origin will pursue careers in the space sector in the future.
The Vice President stated that undertaking space missions requires great courage and endurance, rigorous physical training, and specialized scientific knowledge. Lindgren's contributions to the space field also inspire younger generations to engage in learning, and with accumulated knowledge in space science, further expand humanity's understanding of the universe.
The Vice President also extended sincere congratulations to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) team and all scientists involved in various space missions, including the recent Artemis program, for their efforts and contributions. She pointed out that these achievements once again set new milestones for human space exploration, expressing confidence that the combination of professionalism and teamwork will continue to create new historical pages in the future.
Vice President Hsiao emphasized that despite Taiwan's relatively late start in the space sector, it will absolutely not be absent. The government is actively promoting industrial technology upgrades and applying relevant technologies to space development. Simultaneously, the younger generation is also actively participating in rocket launch competitions in academic fields, demonstrating high potential.
The Vice President further noted that space technology holds critical significance for Taiwan's overall resilience, including next-generation communication technologies and Earth observation capabilities applied to national defense and security, civilian life, and scientific research, all of which are key development priorities for the future. In the future, Taiwan hopes to continue promoting international exchanges and cooperation, and with NASA's deployment and development in Asia, expand more cooperation opportunities, draw valuable experience, cultivate new generations of scientific talent, and actively become a member of the "space team."
The visiting delegation, accompanied by National Science and Technology Council Deputy Minister Su Jhen-gang, National Space Organization Director Wu Jong-shin, and American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Taipei Office Director Raymond Greene, met with the Vice President at the Presidential Office. (Edited by Lin Hsing-meng) 1150421
The Presidential Office issued a press release noting that the Vice President met with Lindgren and his delegation this afternoon.
In her remarks, Vice President Hsiao mentioned that she had previously met with US Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, who is also an astronaut and a long-time supporter of Taiwan. Lindgren is the first Taiwan-born astronaut she has met, making the occasion particularly meaningful. She hopes that more talented individuals of Taiwanese origin will pursue careers in the space sector in the future.
The Vice President stated that undertaking space missions requires great courage and endurance, rigorous physical training, and specialized scientific knowledge. Lindgren's contributions to the space field also inspire younger generations to engage in learning, and with accumulated knowledge in space science, further expand humanity's understanding of the universe.
The Vice President also extended sincere congratulations to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) team and all scientists involved in various space missions, including the recent Artemis program, for their efforts and contributions. She pointed out that these achievements once again set new milestones for human space exploration, expressing confidence that the combination of professionalism and teamwork will continue to create new historical pages in the future.
Vice President Hsiao emphasized that despite Taiwan's relatively late start in the space sector, it will absolutely not be absent. The government is actively promoting industrial technology upgrades and applying relevant technologies to space development. Simultaneously, the younger generation is also actively participating in rocket launch competitions in academic fields, demonstrating high potential.
The Vice President further noted that space technology holds critical significance for Taiwan's overall resilience, including next-generation communication technologies and Earth observation capabilities applied to national defense and security, civilian life, and scientific research, all of which are key development priorities for the future. In the future, Taiwan hopes to continue promoting international exchanges and cooperation, and with NASA's deployment and development in Asia, expand more cooperation opportunities, draw valuable experience, cultivate new generations of scientific talent, and actively become a member of the "space team."
The visiting delegation, accompanied by National Science and Technology Council Deputy Minister Su Jhen-gang, National Space Organization Director Wu Jong-shin, and American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Taipei Office Director Raymond Greene, met with the Vice President at the Presidential Office. (Edited by Lin Hsing-meng) 1150421