On the morning of April 24, President Daniel K.Y. Han of the Legislative Yuan met with a delegation of 38 members from the World Federation of Chinese Organizations from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos and Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos Chinese Organization of America. In attendance were Legislators Chen Ching-hui, Loh Mei-ling, Mai Yu-chen, International Affairs Department Director Kevin C.F. Lin, and Deputy Minister of the Overseas Community Affairs Council Ruan Jhao-syong.
President Han warmly welcomed all the overseas community leaders from the delegation "back home," expressing that everyone's emotional attachment and support for the Republic of China (Taiwan) has surpassed words. He noted that every year during the Double Tenth National Day celebrations, many Vietnamese, Cambodian, and Laotian overseas compatriot groups return to Taiwan, demonstrating their support and love for the Republic of China (Taiwan).
President Han was particularly moved by the long-term care and affection shown by the overseas community leaders for Taiwan, as well as their various charitable deeds worldwide, which collectively demonstrate the power of love and compassion, spreading Taiwan's warmth to different parts of the world.
President Han highlighted that the Legislative Yuan is the pinnacle of public opinion in the Republic of China (Taiwan), and the primary duty of all legislators is to respond to the trust and expectations of the people. The president reminisced about his younger, more assertive self when he served as a legislator, adopting a sharp style in interpellating policies. Now as the president, his mindset has gradually changed. There may be disagreements on certain domestic policy issues, especially in the current situation where none of the three parties holds a majority in this legislative session. However, all legislators are united in the national interest and work together to progress the Republic of China (Taiwan) towards a better future, fully demonstrating the true essence of Taiwan's freedom and democracy.
President Han further underscored the outstanding performances of overseas Taiwanese communities worldwide, highlighting that they are not only a continuation of Taiwan's resilience abroad but also important pillars of the government and people. He likened each overseas compatriot to a seed, which grows and thrives when planted in foreign lands, continuing to shine and create touching stories. President Han concluded by expressing how rare and heartwarming it is for everyone to gather in Taiwan, the warm home for all, expressing deep love for free and democratic Taiwan. He looked forward to meeting everyone again during this year's Double Tenth National Day celebrations.
Luo Ming, Head of the Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos Chinese Organization of America delegation, expressed gratitude to President Han and representatives from the three party caucuses for taking the time to meet with the visiting delegation. He conveyed the honor felt by all members of the delegation for being able to “return home” and meet with President Han today. Director Luo emphasized that although he is of Vietnamese descent, like all those living in Taiwan, he aspires to freedom and democracy. He expressed deep admiration for Taiwan's mature democracy and its warm and amiable national character. He wished for the prosperity of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and pledged his continued firm support for a free and democratic Taiwan.
During the bilateral exchange, Legislator Loh Mei-ling mentioned that she is a third-generation ethnic Chinese Malaysian. She felt a closer connection with the overseas community leaders visiting today. She expressed her deepest respect and gratitude for the fact that whenever significant accidents occur in Taiwan, such as the gas explosion in Kaohsiung or the earthquakes in Tainan and Hualien, overseas compatriots always generously offer assistance and extend a helping hand immediately. In addition to expressing gratitude to the overseas community leaders for their active fundraising efforts for the earthquake in Hualien earlier this April, Legislator Chen Ching-hui mentioned the increasingly close relationship between Taiwan and Southeast Asian countries in recent years. Therefore, she has recently established the Taiwan-Southeast Asia Parliamentary Friendship Association, hoping to use the association as a platform to continue promoting parliamentary diplomacy, advancing exchanges in various fields with Southeast Asian countries, and deepening bilateral cooperation and friendly relations. Legislator Mai Yu-chen greeted everyone in Cantonese and Vietnamese, expressing her happiness to gather with overseas ethnic Chinese from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos at the Legislative Yuan. She highlighted that the People First Party also highly values policies and welfare related to overseas ethnic Chinese. As both Vietnamese and ethnic Chinese, she hopes to become a bridge between the global ethnic Chinese community and the Legislative Yuan, assisting in deepening the connections and friendships among ethnic Chinese people worldwide.
President Han then invited the delegation head Song Chen-biao, Secretary-General of the World Federation of Chinese Organizations from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos North America Branch, to deliver a brief speech. The meeting lasted about 40 minutes, and the atmosphere was relaxed and pleasant. Finally, President Han and the attending legislators took a group photo with the delegation and exchanged souvenirs, marking the successful conclusion of the event.









