Category: MIL-OSI

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels (Brussels ETO) supports Hong Kong’s participation in the UIA World Congress of Architects 2026, held in Barcelona, Spain, from June 28 to July 2 (Barcelona time). Led by the Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA), the Hong Kong delegation presented award-winning architectural projects from Hong Kong, and showcased Hong Kong’s achievements in sustainable and innovative architecture through a series of professional exchange activities, echoing the theme “Becoming. Architectures for a planet in transition” of the Congress.
 
Speaking at the opening of the Hong Kong exhibition titled “Architecture N.O.W.!” on June 29 (Barcelona time), the Deputy Representative of the Brussels ETO, Mr Kasper Ng, welcomed the strong delegation led by HKIA to the Congress this year, which was part of the celebration for HKIA’s 70th anniversary. He remarked that architecture plays a key role in Hong Kong’s transformation into a greener, smarter and more sustainable city for our future generations to thrive. “Together with our partners, including HKIA and our talented architects, we are advancing on various fronts, including building decarbonisation, accelerating energy retrofits, developing low-carbon new urban areas, promoting district-scale solutions that reduce energy demand, encouraging investment in green projects, just to name a few.” Mr Ng said.
 
Mr Ng also spoke at the gala dinner hosted by HKIA which welcomed over a hundred guests including those from Spain and other parts of the world. He highlighted that in addition to enhancing our built environment, architecture is also a key pillar of Hong Kong’s creative industries, providing impetus for economic development and shaping the city’s cultural identity, such as the West Kowloon Cultural District which has become not just a collection of iconic museums but a global iconic arts and cultural hub rooted in Hong Kong through revolutionary architectural and urban planning designs.
 
The UIA World Congress of Architects is an international gathering for professional and cultural exchange among all the world’s architects, bringing together about 200 speakers and more than 10 000 participants across over 100 sessions on eight stages over three days in Barcelona this year. The Hong Kong delegation, led by HKIA, comprises around 50 professionals from the built environment professions, and also the Urban Renewal Authority. It is also a project supported by the Professionals Participation Subsidy Programme under the Professional Services Advancement Support Scheme of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government will host a series of celebratory events to mark the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. Combining celebratory activities with patriotic education, the programme seeks to celebrate the glorious journey and tremendous achievements of the Communist Party of China over the past 105 years, and to tell a good Hong Kong story on the successful implementation of “one country, two systems”.

     The HKSAR Government and the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR jointly organised a launch ceremony of activities in celebration of the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre today (July 1), marking the commencement of these events. The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, and the Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR, Mr Zhou Ji, officiated at the launch ceremony and delivered speeches.www.cmab.gov.hk/tc/issues/105A/

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA solemnly refutes false claims regarding Taiwan in joint statement by China and Russia

Date：2026-05-21
Data Source：Department of West Asian and African Affairs

May 21, 2026    
No. 222  

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly refutes false claims made in a joint statement between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the Russian Federation. The statement, signed on May 20, misleadingly refers to United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758, with Russia reiterating its adherence to the so-called “one China principle.” These claims contradict the facts and seek to undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty.
 
MOFA also expresses great regret at the PRC government engaging in international collusion to further disseminate erroneous narratives that denigrate Taiwan’s sovereignty and escalate tensions across the Taiwan Strait, and at Russia’s subservience to authoritarian China.
 
MOFA reiterates that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is a sovereign and independent country and that neither the ROC (Taiwan) nor the PRC is subordinate to the other. All attempts to distort Taiwan’s sovereign status are acts of bullying that disrupt international peace and stability. No number of falsehoods can alter the internationally recognized status quo across the Taiwan Strait.
 
MOFA appreciates that diplomatic allies and friendly countries continue to express concern over Taiwan Strait issues at international events and demonstrate firm positions in support of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan will continue to enhance its self-defense capabilities, build whole-of-society defense resilience, and work closely with such nations to jointly ensure freedom, openness, peace, and prosperity for Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific region. (E)

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

A ceremony launching activities to celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC) was held today at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR, the ceremony kicked off a series of celebratory events.

Combining celebratory activities with patriotic education, the programme seeks to celebrate the CPC’s journey and achievements, and to tell the story of Hong Kong’s successful implementation of “one country, two systems”.

Chief Executive John Lee and Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR Zhou Ji, officiated at the launch ceremony and gave speeches.

Other officiating guests were Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference National Committee Vice-Chairman C Y Leung; Head of the Office for Safeguarding National Security of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR Dong Jingwei; Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Hong Kong SAR Cui Jianchun; Political Commissar of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Hong Kong Garrison Lai Ruxin; and Chief Secretary Chan Kwok-ki.

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Lee said that over the past 105 years, the Communist Party of China has upheld its objective and mission to unite Chinese people through perseverance and promote the prosperity of Chinese culture, leading the way to a new chapter in the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

“Hong Kong is an indispensable part of the nation,” he said. “We have been sharing weal and woe with our country. Since returning to the motherland on July 1, 1997, Hong Kong has a strong backing to rely on for our long-term prosperity and stability, and a promising future.

“History powerfully proves that the Communist Party of China is the core leadership for national rejuvenation. The new China under the leadership of the Communist Party of China provides fundamental safeguards for the prosperity and development of Hong Kong.

“Under the great concept of ‘one country, two systems’ and its successful implementation, Hong Kong possesses the distinctive advantages of enjoying strong support of the motherland and being closely connected to the world. Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China, the central government shows great care and love to Hong Kong, giving us staunch support. Hong Kong has embarked on a new journey from disorder to stability and prosperity, and this is a good manifestation of the great vitality of ‘one country, two systems.’”

Mr Zhou said in his speech that the “one country, two systems” principle is one of the CPC’s great innovations, and is an important core element of socialism with Chinese characteristics. Since Hong Kong’s return to the motherland, he added, the central government has provided full support to Hong Kong in encountering challenges, developing its economy and improving livelihoods, while maintaining the city’s unique positions and strengths.

Mr Zhou added that this year marks the beginning of the National 15th Five-Year Plan, and in embarking on a new journey, the nation has very high expectations of Hong Kong attaining continued prosperity.

He said the nation strongly believes that Hong Kong will be able to, in the course of integrating into and serving the overall national development, achieve greater prosperity and stability. It will also be able to make new and greater contributions to building China into a great country and advancing national rejuvenation.

To encourage participation among the public, the District Offices in all 18 districts in Hong Kong will organise an array of celebratory events from July to August.

The Education Bureau has also included the 105th anniversary of the founding of the CPC in the National Education – Event Planning Calendar for the 2025-26 School Year to strengthen students’ understanding of the party’s development, and to enhance their affection for the country and the Chinese people.

Also in July and August, the Hong Kong SAR Government will stage events centred on the themes of China’s aerospace achievements and green transition, in celebration of the 105th anniversary of the CPC’s founding.

These events aim to introduce the nation’s achievements in these areas, as well as Hong Kong’s role and contributions, so as to strengthen a sense of national identity and national pride among citizens.

About 500 guests attended the launch ceremony, comprising senior government officials, representatives of the organs of the Central People’s Government in Hong Kong, former Chief Executives, members of the Executive Council and the Legislative Council, Hong Kong SAR deputies to the National People’s Congress, Hong Kong SAR members of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference National Committee, members of the Working Group on Patriotic Education, students, youths, and representatives of district and business associations.

Before the launch ceremony began, the Hong Kong SAR Government arranged for guests to watch the anniversary celebration event in Beijing, which was broadcast live on RTHK TV 31 and 32.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to statement by Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi on deepening exchanges and cooperation with Taiwan

February 11, 2026On February 10, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan held its first press conference since the recent House of Representatives election. During the briefing, Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi stated that Taiwan and Japan shared fundamental values and maintained close economic ties and people-to-people exchanges. He said that Taiwan was an extremely important partner and valued friend for Japan, adding that the government of Japan would maintain its existing position and further deepen bilateral cooperation and exchanges. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung appreciates and welcomes the remarks. Both following the inauguration of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet last October and this election, Japan has promptly expressed its willingness to further strengthen cooperation and exchanges with Taiwan. The statements are concrete demonstrations of the profound friendship shared by the two countries and the Japanese administration’s consistent stance of attaching great importance to cordial Taiwan-Japan ties. Building on the existing solid foundation of bilateral relations and guided by the policy of integrated diplomacy, Taiwan will continue to work with Japan to deepen substantive cooperation in all spheres, further elevate ties to a mutually beneficial and comprehensive partnership, and jointly contribute to regional peace, stability, and prosperity.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to US government emphasizing strategic importance of Taiwan in National Security Strategy

December 6, 2025  

The White House released the National Security Strategy of the United States of America (NSS) on December 4. In addition to stating that Taiwan is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, it emphasizes Taiwan’s vital geostrategic location and importance to global shipping, underscoring Taiwan’s significant influence on the US economy. The NSS also notes that the United States is prioritizing preserving military overmatch to deter conflict across the Taiwan Strait and that it will maintain its long-standing policy on Taiwan, including not supporting any unilateral change to the cross-strait status quo.
 
The NSS also stresses that the United States will build a military capable of denying aggression anywhere in the first island chain. It calls on allies and partners in the first island chain to invest more resources in collective defense and critical deterrent capabilities to enhance the ability of the United States and its allies to jointly prevent any attempt to seize Taiwan and to avoid a military imbalance so unfavorable that it would be detrimental to the defense of Taiwan. 
 
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes these statements and thanks the United States for clearly indicating in the NSS Taiwan’s importance to key supply chains and geostrategy, for stressing that the United States will work with allies and partners to ensure Taiwan’s security, and for reiterating concerns over unilateral attempts to alter the cross-strait status quo. 
 
The Trump administration has continued to show support for Taiwan. President Trump recently signed the Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act—the first Taiwan-friendly bill of his second term—and his administration announced its first batch of arms sales to Taiwan. 
 
Taiwan is committed to steadily advancing security cooperation with the United States to ensure security and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the region. The Taiwan government will also continue to actively bolster its defense capabilities, including through a special defense budget announced by President Lai Ching-te of NT$1.25 trillion over the next eight years. These actions demonstrate to the international community Taiwan’s steadfast determination to protect itself and maintain the status quo.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

ROC (Taiwan) government expresses sincere condolences on passing of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha

Date：2026-06-16
Data Source：Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs

June 16, 2026  No. 271  The government of the ROC (Taiwan) expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita, eldest daughter of King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of the Kingdom of Thailand. President Lai Ching-te and Premier Cho Jung-tai have conveyed the sympathies of the people and government of Taiwan over the loss of Princess Bajrakitiyabha through the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand. On June 16, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Baushuan Ger visited the Thailand Trade and Economic Office in Taipei to pay his respects and deliver a message of condolence on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.Princess Bajrakitiyabha devoted her life to the nation and people of Thailand, serving in such key positions as prosecutor in the Office of the Attorney General and Thailand’s ambassador to Austria. She was also a long-term campaigner for elevating the status of women and vulnerable groups. Her wisdom and compassion were deeply admired by the Thai people. The cabinet of Thailand has ordered a 15-day period of national mourning. MOFA asks citizens visiting Thailand to observe royal mourning protocols as a mark of respect to the country during this somber time. (E)

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s claim at World Economic Forum regarding presence of Taiwanese components in Russian missiles

January 23, 2026  The Republic of China (Taiwan) firmly opposes all acts of aggression. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the government of Taiwan has worked closely with the international democratic community to impose strict controls on exports of high-tech products to Russia. To date, Taiwan has expanded its sanction list six times, placing restrictions on a total of 3,300 Russian entities.Taiwan has also striven to prevent the possibility of Taiwanese components or products reaching Russia through third-country transshipment. However, the United States, the European Union, and Taiwan all face the prospect of controlled goods being unlawfully and intentionally shipped to Russia by malicious third parties. To tackle this challenge, Taiwan has continued to cooperate closely with the United States, the European Union, and other like-minded partners so as to enhance relevant containment measures and sanctions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) urges and welcomes the government of Ukraine providing concrete information to Taiwan in order to jointly counter aggressive tactics of authoritarian and dictatorial regimes.China is internationally recognized as a decisive enabler in the Russia-Ukraine war. MOFA calls on the international community to collectively recognize the grave threat this problem poses to international peace and security. Only through such recognition can the real obstacles undermining Ukraine’s peace be resolved.MOFA reiterates Taiwan’s sincere hope that the Russia-Ukraine war will be brought to a swift conclusion, bringing relief to the people of Ukraine from the brutality and suffering of war. Taiwan will continue to stand with like-minded countries in strictly enforcing sanctions against Russia and jointly defending global freedom, peace, and prosperity.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to European Parliament resolutions expressing concern over China’s threat to cross-strait peace and stability and supporting deepening of Taiwan-EU cooperation

January 23, 2026  The European Parliament on January 21 voted to adopt resolutions concerning the annual reports on the implementation of the European Union Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP). The resolutions once again voiced opposition to China’s distortion of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 and unilateral attempts to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait through force or coercion. They also lent support for further deepening comprehensive Taiwan-EU cooperation and exchanges. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates these resolutions. The CFSP resolution reiterated that China’s territorial claims over Taiwan had no basis in international law, that neither Taiwan nor China was subordinate to the other, and that only Taiwan’s democratically elected government could represent the people of Taiwan. It further condemned China’s military exercises last year, including Strait Thunder-2025A and Justice Mission 2025, for threatening peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait as well as adjacent international waters. The resolution also expressed concern over China’s escalating coercion against Taiwan through political, economic, military, cyber, and cognitive measures. It emphasized that Taiwan was a key democratic partner for the European Union in the Indo-Pacific region and urged the EU and its member states to engage in closer cooperation with Taiwan in order to further boost economic, trade, and investment ties. Meanwhile, the CSDP resolution emphasized that military escalation in the Taiwan Strait had serious consequences for European security and supply chains. It condemned China’s unilateral attempts to change the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and its refusal to rule out the use of force against Taiwan, both of which constituted a serious threat to regional stability. The resolution affirmed recent freedom of navigation operations conducted by the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany in the Taiwan Strait; called for regular exchanges between Taiwan and the European Union on relevant security matters; and welcomed granting Taiwan access to the EU’s IRIS² secure satellite internet constellation, as well as greater Taiwan-EU cooperation on countering foreign information manipulation and interference and protecting submarine cables. Last year, the European Parliament sent a delegation from its Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield, as well as groups led by Ivars Ījabs, Vice President of the Renew Europe Group, Reinis Pozņaks, a member of the European Parliament, and Anders Vistisen, Chief Whip of the European Patriots Group, to Taiwan. This demonstrated the European Parliament’s commitment to supporting a stronger Taiwan-EU partnership and democratic resilience through concrete actions. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanks the European Parliament for its key role in furthering Taiwan-EU relations. Taiwan will continue to build on the existing foundation to expand cooperation and exchanges with the European Parliament so as to jointly build a solid, mutually beneficial network of values-based alliances.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to false claims regarding Taiwan in a joint press release issued by PRC foreign minister and AU

January 9, 2026

During a visit to Ethiopia, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi issued a joint press release with the African Union (AU) on January 8 following the China-African Union Strategic Dialogue. The joint press release blatantly disregarded objective historical facts and contained false statements, including the claim that “Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory.” 
 
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly condemns and protests the Chinese government’s continued efforts to spread lies and falsehoods in the international community so as to denigrate Taiwan’s sovereignty. It also expresses deep regret at the AU’s submission to and parroting of China’s political position, which deviates from international reality.
 
MOFA solemnly reiterates that neither the Republic of China (Taiwan) nor the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is subordinate to the other. Taiwan has long played an active role in the international community and has made substantive and constructive contributions to its African and global partners. MOFA calls on the AU, an important regional organization, to adhere to objective facts and exercise independent judgement in its public remarks and statements. 
 
China continues to repeatedly disseminate false narratives on international occasions, engaging in political suppression and discourse manipulation. Such actions, which contradict facts and undermine the international order, are not just absurd; they expose China’s attempts at authoritarian interference.
 
The sovereignty of the ROC (Taiwan) belongs to the people of Taiwan. Only they can decide Taiwan’s future. As a force for good in the international community, Taiwan will continue to defend the values of freedom and democracy and strengthen cooperation with like-minded countries to firmly defend the nation’s sovereignty, curb authoritarian expansionism, uphold the values of freedom and democracy, and further contribute to the international community.