President Lai awards Order of Brilliant Jade to President Peña: Paraguay will continue to be Taiwan's staunchest ally
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te awarded the "Order of Brilliant Jade" to Paraguayan President Santiago Peña. President Peña expressed his commitment to remain Taiwan's staunchest ally, emphasizing the strong friendship and cooperation between the two nations based on democratic values.
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Central News Agency (Reporter Wen Kuei-hsiang, Taipei, May 8) - President Lai Ching-te today awarded the "Order of Brilliant Jade" to Paraguayan President Santiago Peña. President Lai stated that President Peña has repeatedly spoken out for Taiwan on many important international occasions, and this firm support deeply moves the people of Taiwan. President Peña said that he accepted the medal with immense pride and excitement, and that Paraguay will continue to serve as Taiwan's staunchest ally.
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President Lai stated that on behalf of the Republic of China (Taiwan), he awarded the "Order of Brilliant Jade" to President Peña. This highest honor not only highlights President Peña's outstanding contributions to deepening the friendship between the two countries but also represents the deepest gratitude of the Taiwanese people to President Peña.
The President mentioned that three years ago, President Peña stated in his inaugural address that the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Paraguay have established a deep friendship based on friendly cooperation, and that the two countries are not only allies but also brothers. The people of Taiwan have always kept this in mind. At that time, he attended President Peña's inauguration ceremony as a special envoy of then-President Tsai Ing-wen, not only witnessing President Peña's firm belief in democracy, national development, and Taiwan-Paraguay friendship but also deeply feeling the close cooperative relationship between the two countries through that visit.
The President said that since taking office, President Peña has not only continued to support various cooperation projects between the two countries but has also repeatedly spoken out for Taiwan on many important international occasions, further emphasizing that the Republic of China (Taiwan) should have a place in the United Nations. This firm support deeply moves the people of Taiwan and also lets the world see that the friendship between Taiwan and Paraguay is built on common values and mutual trust.
The President stated that in the future, Taiwan will go to the world with Paraguay and will continue to deepen cooperation in various fields such as economic trade, science and technology, public health, education, and talent cultivation, implementing the friendship between the two countries into the lives of the people and creating concrete prosperity and development.
President Lai emphasized that in the face of rapid changes in the international situation, Taiwan, which loves freedom and peace, will continue to stand with Paraguay and all partners who support Taiwan with a steady and responsible attitude, jointly responding to the various challenges brought by changes. Based on democratic values, they will share the fruits of prosperity with the international community, bring more positive power to the region and the world, and let the world see Taiwan shining with goodness.
The President said that through this exchange, the two countries once again demonstrated mutual support in adversity and common progress in cooperation, and will continue to walk hand in hand on the path of democracy.
President Peña said in his speech that he accepted the "Order of Brilliant Jade" with immense pride and excitement. He believes that this is not only an honor for him personally but also the highest respect for the decades-long stable and enduring brotherhood between the two countries, reaffirming his commitment to the mutual assistance relationship with the Republic of China (Taiwan).
He stated that in July this year, Taiwan and Paraguay will celebrate the 69th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Paraguay will continue to serve as Taiwan's staunchest ally, fighting side by side in international forums, resolutely defending Taiwan's right to actively participate in the democratic system. He emphasized that this is Paraguay's unwavering commitment, based on mutual respect and a firm belief in the common values of democracy, freedom, the rule of law, and human dignity.
He hopes that Taiwanese companies can view Paraguay as a trustworthy investment destination. The Paraguayan government firmly hopes that Taiwan will not only view Paraguay as a diplomatic ally but also as a strategic partner for diversifying supply chain risks and expanding its technological footprint in South America. (Editor: Hsieh Chia-chen) 1150508. Choose to stand with facts, every sponsorship you make is a force to protect press freedom. Download the Central News Agency "First-hand News" APP to stay updated with the latest news. The text, images, and videos on this website may not be reproduced, publicly broadcast, or publicly transmitted and used without authorization.
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President Lai stated that on behalf of the Republic of China (Taiwan), he awarded the "Order of Brilliant Jade" to President Peña. This highest honor not only highlights President Peña's outstanding contributions to deepening the friendship between the two countries but also represents the deepest gratitude of the Taiwanese people to President Peña.
The President mentioned that three years ago, President Peña stated in his inaugural address that the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Paraguay have established a deep friendship based on friendly cooperation, and that the two countries are not only allies but also brothers. The people of Taiwan have always kept this in mind. At that time, he attended President Peña's inauguration ceremony as a special envoy of then-President Tsai Ing-wen, not only witnessing President Peña's firm belief in democracy, national development, and Taiwan-Paraguay friendship but also deeply feeling the close cooperative relationship between the two countries through that visit.
The President said that since taking office, President Peña has not only continued to support various cooperation projects between the two countries but has also repeatedly spoken out for Taiwan on many important international occasions, further emphasizing that the Republic of China (Taiwan) should have a place in the United Nations. This firm support deeply moves the people of Taiwan and also lets the world see that the friendship between Taiwan and Paraguay is built on common values and mutual trust.
The President stated that in the future, Taiwan will go to the world with Paraguay and will continue to deepen cooperation in various fields such as economic trade, science and technology, public health, education, and talent cultivation, implementing the friendship between the two countries into the lives of the people and creating concrete prosperity and development.
President Lai emphasized that in the face of rapid changes in the international situation, Taiwan, which loves freedom and peace, will continue to stand with Paraguay and all partners who support Taiwan with a steady and responsible attitude, jointly responding to the various challenges brought by changes. Based on democratic values, they will share the fruits of prosperity with the international community, bring more positive power to the region and the world, and let the world see Taiwan shining with goodness.
The President said that through this exchange, the two countries once again demonstrated mutual support in adversity and common progress in cooperation, and will continue to walk hand in hand on the path of democracy.
President Peña said in his speech that he accepted the "Order of Brilliant Jade" with immense pride and excitement. He believes that this is not only an honor for him personally but also the highest respect for the decades-long stable and enduring brotherhood between the two countries, reaffirming his commitment to the mutual assistance relationship with the Republic of China (Taiwan).
He stated that in July this year, Taiwan and Paraguay will celebrate the 69th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Paraguay will continue to serve as Taiwan's staunchest ally, fighting side by side in international forums, resolutely defending Taiwan's right to actively participate in the democratic system. He emphasized that this is Paraguay's unwavering commitment, based on mutual respect and a firm belief in the common values of democracy, freedom, the rule of law, and human dignity.
He hopes that Taiwanese companies can view Paraguay as a trustworthy investment destination. The Paraguayan government firmly hopes that Taiwan will not only view Paraguay as a diplomatic ally but also as a strategic partner for diversifying supply chain risks and expanding its technological footprint in South America. (Editor: Hsieh Chia-chen) 1150508. Choose to stand with facts, every sponsorship you make is a force to protect press freedom. Download the Central News Agency "First-hand News" APP to stay updated with the latest news. The text, images, and videos on this website may not be reproduced, publicly broadcast, or publicly transmitted and used without authorization.