Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Taiwan Foreign Minister Attends UNGA Week Event in New York
Taiwan's Foreign Minister, Lin Chia-lung, visited New York for the UN General Assembly.
He attended a reception hosted by a consulting group, meeting allies.
This is notable because Taiwan is often excluded from international events due to China's stance.
China views any interaction between Taiwan and other countries negatively, considering Taiwan a part of China.
The U.S. has close unofficial ties with Taiwan.
This event highlights Taiwan's efforts to gain recognition.
Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung was in New York during UNGA Week.
He attended a reception hosted by American Global Strategies (AGS).
The reception took place at Le Bernadin, a high-end French restaurant.
China condemned the U.S. for allowing the visit.
The U.S. maintains unofficial ties with Taiwan.
- Who
- Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung
- What
- Attended a reception on the sidelines of UNGA Week
- When
- This week
- Where
- New York City, at Le Bernadin restaurant
- Why
- Part of Taiwan's efforts to engage internationally, amid China's objections.
Taiwan's Stance
China's Stance
International Recognition
Taiwan's Stance
Taiwan says it has a right to engage internationally.
China's Stance
China denounces international recognition of Taiwan and views contact between Taiwan and foreign officials negatively.
- Person
- Lin Chia-lung
- Event
- UNGA Reception
- Location
- New York City, Le Bernadin
- Attendees
- Palau President, Former U.S. Officials
- Host
- American Global Strategies (AGS)
- China's Response
- Condemnation