Category: MIL-OSI

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to UNGA statement by Czech President Pavel that UN principles matter across Taiwan Strait

September 25, 2026  
 
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung expresses sincere appreciation to President Petr Pavel of the Czech Republic for his speech at the General Debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 23, in which he emphasized that UN principles matter across the Taiwan Strait. 
 
In his address, President Pavel stated that countries should draw inspiration from the founders of the United Nations—with the goals of preventing war and destruction and building a predictable international order capable of adapting to change while providing fairness and stability. He noted that Russia’s aggression against Ukraine violated the UN Charter and fundamental principles of international law. He further stressed that the United Nations was founded on these principles, which are also of critical importance across the Taiwan Strait. This marks the third time that President Pavel has publicly voiced support for Taiwan at the UNGA General Debate, following previous statements in 2023 and 2025.
 
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomes the continued support for Taiwan by democratic partners through concrete actions at international events. As a responsible member of the international community, Taiwan is committed to steadily deepening cooperation with the Czech Republic and other like-minded partners to jointly counter the threat of authoritarian expansionism; safeguard such shared values as democracy, freedom, and the rule of law; and uphold peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to European Parliament resolution recognizing Taiwan’s experience in defense resilience and urging expanded Taiwan-Europe cooperation

September 17, 2026  
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely appreciates and welcomes the resolution adopted by the European Parliament in a plenary session on September 16 entitled “Hybrid warfare and the protection of the EU’s territorial integrity and critical security and defence infrastructure.” 
 
The resolution notes Taiwan’s successful experience in enhancing whole-of-society resilience and calls for regular exchanges between the European Union and Taiwan on security issues to strengthen related cooperation. It follows the passing of another resolution friendly to Taiwan on September 15, which was entitled “Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield.”
 
The September 16 document points out that Taiwan possesses extensive experience in defending itself against China’s hybrid attacks and foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI). It also commends Taiwan’s efforts to build whole-of-society resilience, including the establishment of the Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee and digital resilience networks, as well as the promotion of public preparedness initiatives. 
 
The resolution calls for regular exchanges between the European Union and Taiwan on relevant security issues and for stronger cooperation in countering FIMI and cognitive warfare, protecting critical infrastructure and undersea cables, and fortifying whole-of-society resilience. In addition, it calls on the European Union to expand trade and industrial cooperation with Taiwan, particularly in such areas as semiconductors, 5G/6G telecommunications equipment, drones, and dual-use items. 
 
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanks the European Parliament for adopting resolutions favorable to Taiwan in recent days and recognizing Taiwan’s contributions to bolstering democratic defense and societal resilience. Taiwan will continue to work with the European Union and like-minded partners to deepen collaboration, jointly address the hybrid threats and information manipulation of authoritarian countries, and safeguard the rules-based international order and the universal values of democracy, freedom, and human rights.

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

MOFA response to European Parliament resolution affirming Taiwan’s democratic defense resilience and calling for deeper Taiwan-Europe cooperation

September 16, 2026  
 
Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung sincerely welcomes and appreciates the resolution adopted by the European Parliament in a plenary session on September 15 entitled “Findings and recommendations of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield.” 
 
The resolution affirms Taiwan’s defense resilience and technological strengths and calls for stronger cooperation with Taiwan and other like-minded partners.
 
The resolution also recognizes Taiwan as an important partner in terms of situational awareness and notes its regular large-scale civil defense and resilience exercises aimed at responding to China’s increasing gray-zone tactics. It adds that Taiwan’s practical expertise in whole-of-society resilience can help the European Union develop preparedness concepts and enhance the overall effectiveness of the European Democracy Shield. 
 
Furthermore, the resolution underscores Taiwan’s leading position in the high-tech sector and its long-standing, extensive experience in countering China’s hybrid attacks and foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI). It calls on the European Union to conduct regular exchanges and deepen cooperation with like-minded partners in East Asia—including Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea—on such issues as countering FIMI and safeguarding undersea cable security.
 
During its inaugural trip to Asia in July 2025, the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield made a dedicated visit to Taiwan. The delegation, led by Chair Nathalie Loiseau, met with President Lai Ching-te, Minister Lin, and officials from relevant agencies for in-depth exchanges on strengthening social resilience and addressing FIMI and hybrid threats.
 
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses its sincere appreciation for the European Parliament’s recognition and support of Taiwan’s democratic resilience expertise. Taiwan will continue to bolster exchanges and cooperation with the European Union and other like-minded partners to jointly defend against FIMI and hybrid threats from authoritarian regimes and make ever greater contributions to peace, security, and prosperity across the Indo-Pacific and the world.

Source: Government of Singapore

Source: Hong Kong Information Services

Chief Executive John Lee and senior government officials will attend a flag-raising ceremony and a National Day reception on October 1 to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.

The flag-raising ceremony will be held at 8am at Golden Bauhinia Square outside the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Community leaders and members of uniformed groups will attend the ceremony. No public viewing area will be set up.

The Police Band will perform at the ceremony, and a choir from N.T. Heung Yee Kuk Yuen Long District Secondary School and Yuen Long Public Secondary School will sing the national anthem led by singers Alex Tam and Phoebe Tam. The performances will be followed by a disciplined services fly-past and sea parade.

The National Day reception, officiated by the Chief Executive, will be held at the Grand Hall on Level 3 of the Convention & Exhibition Centre following the flag-raising ceremony.

Police will implement special traffic arrangements around Golden Bauhinia Square during the celebrations.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, continued his visit to Doha, Qatar, yesterday (September 28, Doha time), attending activities related to the 11th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). He also met with representatives from various countries and organisations to explore issues including infrastructure financing, digital public infrastructure, investment and economic co-operation.

     Mr Chan attended the opening ceremony of the Annual Meeting yesterday and participated in the official session of the AIIB Board of Governors and the Governors’ Business Roundtable. At the roundtable, he spoke on how the AIIB could deepen and broaden its support for member economies. He said that strengthening climate resilience and developing digital infrastructure were becoming increasingly urgent priorities for economies. Translating these development needs into concrete projects requires not only financial support but also the capacity to plan and implement projects throughout their life cycle. Alongside providing financing, the AIIB could further promote knowledge and experience sharing among members, strengthen support for project planning and preparation, and help members enhance their project management and implementation capabilities to bring infrastructure projects to fruition.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

     Following is the welcome speech by the Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Mr Christopher Hui, to the financial delegation visiting the Northern Metropolis today (September 29):

Distinguished guests, colleagues, friends, ladies and gentlemen,

     Good morning. First of all, a big welcome to you all. It is a good and fruitful occasion where we meet again to discuss the potential of the Northern Metropolis. I know how precious time is and how important time is to all of you. So I will try to minimise my speech in such a way that you have more time to see for yourself what the Northern Metropolis is all about. As all of you can see, Hong Kong’s financial sector is not just an observer in terms of the city’s growth, but rather we have been an active engine driving its strategic transformation.

     As the Chief Executive set out in Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan which was unveiled just two weeks ago: “Finance is the foundation and the greatest strength of Hong Kong.” Today, we are putting this strategy into practice. The Northern Metropolis is, among all, the most important growth engine for Hong Kong’s future. It is where technological innovation, high-end professional services, and cross-boundary integration converge. But above all, it is the primary arena where finance meets the real economy.

     That’s why we are arranging today this half-day visit to offer you first-hand insights into the land, the infrastructure, and the policy support underpinning this mega project. We have three primary objectives today:

     First, to achieve “first-mover insight” and bridge the information gap. The Northern Metropolis is moving at an unprecedented speed. By walking the ground together today, we want you to gain first-hand, direct insight into the works progress and timelines, as well as the positioning of these three key zones. You are here to see beyond maps and blueprints—to understand the real-economy landscape before major capital deployments take place, ensuring that your institutions or organisations can position yourselves ahead of the curve.

     Second, to drive the “Finance+” strategy and match capital with real economy demand. A financial centre cannot thrive in isolation; its ultimate value lies in serving the real economy. Through our three stops today — the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park at the Loop, the Kwu Tung North New Development Area (NDA), and the Hung Shui Kiu/Ha Tsuen NDA—we want to create a direct match between your capital strength and the distinct financial needs of these new areas.

     Last but not least, to co-create market-driven financing models alongside Government policy. This partnership is critical in transforming the Northern Metropolis into a sustainable and globally competitive business hub. By blending public resources with private capital, we can ensure that infrastructure and innovation projects are efficiently financed, while also generating long-term economic returns. Your insights and participation today will help shape these collaborative frameworks. I encourage you to engage actively with the project teams today, identify synergy points for your respective institutions or organisations, and work with us closely in the coming future. 

     We are here today to forge an active partnership. The Northern Metropolis offers the physical scale and industrial complexity that will allow Hong Kong’s financial market to enhance its core functionality, diversify its asset classes, and expand its global competitiveness.

     Thank you once again for joining us today. I wish you all an insightful and fruitful journey ahead. Thank you.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

     The Government has noted the recent differing views and discussions in the community on the manpower planning and the employment situation of nurses in Hong Kong. To facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the relevant situation by the public, the Government today (September 29) elaborated on the matter as follows.

     A Government spokesman said that the Government has all along been guided by the well-being of the public and the public interest. It has been keeping under review the demand for and supply of healthcare manpower in Hong Kong, and planning nurse training and manpower development in accordance with healthcare service needs, with a view to ensuring that the public healthcare system is equipped with sufficient professional manpower to meet service demand. In recruiting healthcare professionals, public healthcare institutions have also consistently upheld the principle of according priority to the employment of locally trained professionals. The Government considers that discussions in the community on healthcare manpower should be premised on objective facts and data to foster rational exchanges and build consensus.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region – 4

​Hongkong Post announced today (September 29) that, as advised by the postal administration of Thailand, mail delivery services to postcode areas 10xxx-13xxx, 15xxx, 20xxx-27xxx, 30xxx-32xxx, 36xxx and 60xxx may be subject to delays due to flooding in the central and eastern parts of Thailand.

Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region