Hosted by the Association of Overseas Taiwan Alumni in Australia, the Sydney Taiwanese Community Lunar New Year Gala was held on 15 February in Bankstown, bringing together around 250 community leaders, overseas Taiwanese, and business representatives from across Greater Sydney to celebrate the Year of the Horse in a warm and festive atmosphere.
Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu and Mrs. Wu, accompanied by colleagues from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney, attended the event together with Director Chia-Hui Chiang of the Sydney Cultural Center and Director Ying-Hsiang Tsai of the Taiwan Trade Center, extending New Year greetings and demonstrating the government’s continued care and support for the overseas Taiwanese community.
Distinguished guests from New South Wales included Hon. Damien Tudehope, Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council and Shadow Attorney General; Hon. Mark Coure, Shadow Minister for Multiculturalism and Roads; Hon. Matt Cross, Shadow Cabinet Secretary; and Clr. Michelle Chuang, Willoughby City Councillor, reflecting the strong attention and support of the NSW Government toward the Taiwanese community.
In his remarks, Director General Wu highlighted Taiwan’s outstanding economic performance in 2025, with GDP growth reaching 8.63%, the highest in 15 years. He noted the signing of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade with the United States, Taiwan’s growing global technological leadership, and progress in national defense, including the successful testing of Taiwan’s first domestically built submarine. He also reaffirmed Taiwan’s commitment to strengthening Taiwan–Australia cooperation, advancing a bilateral free trade agreement, and seeking Australia’s support for Taiwan’s accession to the CPTPP, while working with like-minded partners to safeguard democracy, freedom, and the rule of law.
President Paul Huang of the Association stated that the annual Lunar New Year celebration has been held for over 30 consecutive years and will continue to serve as a platform to unite the community, preserve cultural traditions, and foster innovation. The evening concluded with vibrant cultural performances and a lively lucky draw, marking a joyful and successful celebration.
