President Tsai said that the participation and support of McCarthy and members of Congress let Taiwan understand that "we are not isolated."

(Photo by reporter Chen Yun)

US House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy and President Tsai jointly delivered a speech:

[Special Correspondent Chen Yun/accompanying interview report] President Tsai Ing-wen is the first Chinese president to meet with the Speaker of Congress in the United States. Tsai Ing-wen also made a public statement after meeting with US House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy and cross-party lawmakers.

Tsai Ing-wen said that everyone's participation and support let Taiwan understand that "we are not isolated."

We all understand that the previously maintained peace and democracy are facing unprecedented challenges. While Taiwan is working hard to defend the existing way of life, we are very grateful for the support of the United States. We must keep in mind the principles of a solid relationship between Taiwan and the United States, and not forget the will passed on by President Reagan with lessons.

Tsai Ing-wen said that she was very glad to have the opportunity to visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library again and meet with Speaker McCarthy and members of Congress. She thanked McCarthy for his hospitality and invited congressional leaders from all parties to attend the meeting. And our unwavering support let the people of Taiwan know that we are not isolated and we are not alone."

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Tsai Ing-wen believes that the Reagan Library can be said to be the best meeting place, giving us the opportunity to pay tribute to this highly respected American president and world leader.

In an era of major changes in the diplomatic field, President Reagan played a key role in cooperating with the U.S. Congress to protect and strengthen Taiwan-U.S. relations.

President Reagan's six assurances in 1982, along with the pivotal act of Congress, the Taiwan Relations Act, laid the foundation for a strong and special partnership that spans more than four decades, during which we have maintained peace, promoted prosperity, and Witness the flourishing of democracy in Taiwan.

However, Tsai Ing-wen also said that now we all understand that the peace we previously maintained and the democracy we worked hard to build are facing unprecedented challenges. In this world where democracy is threatened, it is imperative to keep the beacon of freedom alive. President Reagan once said that "freedom is not passed down from generation to generation, and each generation must continue to defend and fight for freedom."

Tsai Ing-wen said that she also reaffirmed Taiwan's determination to maintain a peaceful status quo to the congressional leaders, allowing the people of Taiwan to continue to live in a free and open society, and mentioned President Reagan's belief that "to maintain peace, we must first Stronger ourselves” and, as we unite, we will be stronger.

Tsai Ing-wen said that on behalf of the people of Taiwan, she would also like to thank the cross-party members of the U.S. Congress for introducing various bills that strengthen Taiwan and Taiwan-U.S. relations. economic and trade ties, and supporting Taiwan's meaningful international engagement, will help safeguard our shared interests, peace, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.

Tsai Ing-wen emphasized that Taiwan is committed to becoming a reliable partner of the world, a cornerstone of stability in the region, and a force for good. The Analects of Confucius has a saying that "virtue is not alone, and there must be neighbors." While Taiwan is working hard to defend the existing way of life, we are very grateful With the support of the United States, in the face of the unique challenges of this generation, we must keep in mind the principles that established a solid Taiwan-US relationship, and not forget the will and lessons passed down by President Ronald Reagan.

Finally, the President once again thanked Speaker McCarthy for his warm reception and friendship, and thanked all friends in the US Congress for standing with Taiwan.

President Tsai Ing-wen and US House of Representatives Speaker McCarthy jointly made a public statement after their meeting.

(Photo by reporter Chen Yun)

President Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker McCarthy will go to a luncheon after their public remarks.

(Photo by reporter Chen Yun)