One Year Anniversary of President Lai Ching-te: Challenges in Diplomacy and International Support
President Lai Ching-te has completed one year in office. He faces continuous diplomatic obstruction from China, which has used United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 to deny Taiwan access to participate in international events such as the World Health Assembly. Initially, pressure from China also led to the loss of diplomatic allies.
The path of diplomacy has been fraught with difficulties, including a tariff war, yet allies like Australia, Europe, the UK, Canada, and the US have sent strong signals of support for Taiwan. Several bills have been passed emphasizing that Resolution 2758 has no authority to prevent Taiwan's participation in international affairs, demonstrating their commitment to support Taiwan.
As Taiwan navigates these challenges, leveraging its strengths, understanding the current landscape, and forging alliances will be crucial for President Lai's administration moving forward.
