Taiwan reaffirmed its push for participation in the United Nations during a seminar held on September 19 in New York City. Partnering with Australia, Canada, Japan, and the United States, Taiwan organized the event to explore how technology can be leveraged to achieve sustainable development, a crucial aspect of the U.N.\u2019s sustainable development goals. The seminar was part of the Global Cooperation and Training Framework and attracted government officials and experts from over ten countries.<\/p>\n
Yanis Ben Amor, executive director of Columbia University\u2019s Center for Sustainable Development, presided over the seminar, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing global challenges. Notable attendees included Tom Chih-Chiang Lee, director-general of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York, and representatives from Taiwan\u2019s International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF), the U.S. Mission to the U.N., and Australian and Canadian diplomatic missions.<\/p>\n
During his remarks, Lee emphasized the relevance of Taiwan\u2019s inclusion in global discussions, particularly in light of the U.N.\u2019s recent launch of the Summit of the Future, aimed at fostering international collaboration in using technology for the betterment of future generations. He pointed out that Taiwan produces over 90% of the world\u2019s advanced chips, underscoring its vital role in global technology supply chains. Despite the U.N.\u2019s stated goal of leaving no one behind, Lee lamented that Taiwan\u2019s 23.5 million residents remain excluded from international forums.<\/p>\n
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) noted an increasing international consensus on Taiwan\u2019s significance in promoting global welfare. This sentiment was echoed in a joint statement released by Australia, India, Japan, and the U.S. following their recent Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peace across the Taiwan Strait for global prosperity.<\/p>\n
Further affirmations came from additional joint statements issued by Australia and the U.S., as well as Japan and the U.S., which reiterated their commitment to stability in the Taiwan Strait while expressing concerns over China\u2019s assertive actions in the South China Sea. Taiwan\u2019s active participation in such discussions highlights its ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure a place on the global stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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