Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu Meets NSW Legislative Council Opposition Leader and Shadow Attorney General Damien Tudehope

Director General David Cheng-Wei Wu visited the Parliament of New South Wales and met with the Hon. Damien Tudehope MLC, Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council and Shadow Attorney General, to exchange views on Taiwan–Australia relations, regional developments, and issues of mutual interest.

DG Wu thanked Mr Tudehope for his longstanding support for democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. He also briefed him on President Lai Ching-te’s “New Population Strategy for Taiwan,” announced earlier that day, which includes increased childbirth and childcare subsidies, extended parental leave, expanded child and youth allowances, and enhanced student loan support. DG Wu noted that addressing demographic challenges is essential to national competitiveness, fiscal sustainability, and social resilience.

Mr Tudehope expressed strong interest in the policy measures and noted that Taiwan and Australia share democratic values and open societies, with close cooperation across trade, education, technology, and people-to-people exchanges. He also welcomed the opportunity to continue strengthening engagement between New South Wales and Taiwan.