TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Foreign ministry Secretary-General Daniel Kuo-ching Chen (甄國清) welcomed a delegation of legislative leaders from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania on Tuesday.
Chen said Taiwan plays a critical role in the global high-tech supply chain and that bilateral trade and investment have grown robustly in recent years, according to the foreign ministry. Cooperation in economic affairs and talent exchanges continues to deepen, he said.
Chen encouraged US state governments to establish offices in Taiwan to create mutual prosperity. He expressed hope that Taiwan and the US can leverage their complementary strengths to generate mutually beneficial outcomes and new development opportunities, per the foreign ministry.
Geraldo Reyes Jr., deputy speaker of the Connecticut House of Representatives, said the four state legislatures have demonstrated bipartisan support for Taiwan. He said the delegation's visit aims to enhance understanding of Taiwan’s technological capabilities, education system, and public health and medical sectors.
He expressed hope of expanding exchanges and laying a stronger foundation for bilateral partnerships across various fields.
The foreign ministry said it would continue to strengthen ties with US states and deepen cooperation in trade, technology, and education.
