Taiwan will work to strengthen its relationship with Saint Christopher and Nevis. That came from Vice President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) when he met with the visiting delegation from the Caribbean islands at the Presidential Office on Tuesday. The delegation is led by Deputy Prime Minister Geoffrey Hanley, and the trip marks his first official visit to Taiwan.
Lai says Taiwan and Saint Christopher and Nevis have collaborated on numerous projects in education, public health, infrastructure, renewable energy, among others. He says he hopes the two countries can work on more projects to bring prosperity to their people.
Lai also thanked the island’s Prime Minister Terrance Drew for advocating for Taiwan’s international participation. The country’s National Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on April 4, supporting Taiwan's participation in the World Health Organization and other international organizations.
Hanley says the island’s 40-year diplomatic relationship with Taiwan is built on peace and democracy. Hanley says Taiwan contributes meaningfully to the country, and he says he hopes the two can continue to work together.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Caribbean country’s independence, Hanley also invited Vice President Lai to attend celebrations in Basseterre, the capital of Saint Christopher and Nevis.