Representative Phoebe Yeh of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Malaysia hosted the 112th National Day Reception of the Republic of China on 5 October, 2023. More than 1,000 guests attended this joyful event.
Representative Yeh reflected on what has happened in 2023 and mentioned that 2023 marks the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, yet the world is facing an uncertain economic recovery and a dramatically changed international scenario. From tackling the pandemic, responding to global economic restructuring, to facing regional threats, Taiwan has always dealt with such challenges in a rational and calm way. It has also demonstrated a high degree of resilience and shown the international community that Taiwan matters.
Connecting with the ASEAN countries has always been on top list of Taiwan’s foreign policy. Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy (NSP), now in its eighth year, has continued to deepen people-centered partnerships.
For decades, Taiwan and Malaysia have forged very strong and close relations, especially on trade and investment. Taiwan is Malaysia’s 8th largest source of FDI with accumulation of more than US$14 billion.
We believe all stakeholders in this region bear a shared responsibility for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. To meet the end, we will safeguard our democracy and garner international support. We believe with our resilience and determination, Republic of China (Taiwan) can survive any difficulties and challenges and will continue to engage with the world.
This year we also have the pleasure to invite the Chorus of Chinese Taipei School Kuala Lumpur for the first time to lead the national anthems and present their “Taiwan Impression＂performance. We would also like thank Din Tai Fung and Si Si Nan Cun for sponsoring their signature gourmet dishes, and also the generous supports from Kavalan Whisky, Hogan Bakery, OTOP, HWC Coffee, Nuttea Nut Milk Tea, Pin Ann Milk Diary, Johnson Fitness & W, YSP Industries, Footer.
