Ambassador Douglas Hsu Attends Cultural Lecture Hosted by Taiwanese Association of Canberra

Ambassador Douglas Hsu attended a lecture hosted by the Taiwanese Association of Canberra, Australia, titled “Ancient Civilizations and Han Characters—The Needs of Humanity”, bringing a rich and inspiring cultural experience to the Canberra community.

In his opening remarks, Ambassador Hsu warmly welcomed Ambassador Elizabeth Chu and highlighted her distinguished diplomatic career. He expressed admiration for Ambassador Chu’s continued dedication after retirement, noting her use of Confucian principles as a guiding framework and her commitment to advancing a vision of a more harmonious and peaceful world.

During the lecture, Ambassador Chu provided a clear and insightful explanation of key ideas from Confucian and Mencian philosophy, as well as the teachings of Confucius. She also illustrated the evolution of Han characters in a vivid and accessible manner. The presentation concluded with an engaging question-and-answer session, leaving the audience with numerous valuable insights.

The event reflects ongoing efforts by the Taiwanese community and Taiwan’s representative offices in Australia to promote cultural exchange, deepen understanding of Chinese heritage, and strengthen connections with local communities.