Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu welcomed legislators from Paraguay to Taipei City March 20 and pledged to continue strengthening bilateral ties, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Led by Sen. Blas Antonio Llano Ramos, the group includes Sen. Fernando Alberto Silva Facetti and Chamber of Deputies member Guadalupe Aveiro.
In his welcome speech, Wu described Taiwan and Paraguay’s friendship of 65 years as robust. Despite the physical distance that separates them, both countries respect human rights and value freedom and democracy, the minister added.
To promote the well-being of their respective peoples, the two governments have implemented a raft of cooperative projects in varied fields, Wu said, adding that Taiwan is committed to sharing its experience with Paraguay. He also expressed his hope that the allies continue to expand their economic and trade ties.
In response, Llano thanked Taiwan for assisting in his country’s development over the years, especially through government-sponsored scholarships to Paraguayan students and the Taiwan-Paraguay Polytechnic University initiative. These projects cultivated the talent of many who now play an instrumental role in spurring economic growth and social prosperity in Paraguay, Llano said.
Echoing Llano’s remarks, Silva added that last month’s visit by President Mario Abdo Benitez underscores his country’s unwavering support for Taiwan. (SFC-E)
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