Legislative Yuan President Daniel K.Y. Han attends 2025 Birthday Reception of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan; President Han: Taiwan-Japan relations enjoy bipartisan support within the Legislative Yuan, and we hope to see deeper collaboration between Taiwan and Japan across various fields
On the evening of February 26, Legislative Yuan President Daniel K.Y. Han attended the 2025 Birthday Reception of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan, hosted by the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association. The event was graced by distinguished guests including Vice President Hsiao Bi-Khim, Secretary-General of the National Security Council Jaushieh Joseph Wu, Vice President of the Control Yuan Lee Hung-Chun, former Legislative Yuan President Wang Jin-Pyng, President of the Taiwan-Japan Relations Association Su Jia-Chyuan, Minister of National Defense Koo Li-Hsiung, Kuomintang Chairman Eric Chu, and over 300 other dignitaries, including envoys and representatives from various diplomatic missions in Taiwan.
Following the opening remarks by Representative Katayama Kazuyuki of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, President Han delivered his remarks. He expressed his honor at being invited again as President of the Legislative Yuan to the Emperor’s Birthday Celebration Reception. On behalf of the Legislative Yuan, he extended sincere congratulations and best wishes for the Emperor of Japan’s health and well-being. He also expressed pleasure at reconnecting with Representative Katayama. President Han went on to highlight that the Legislative Yuan operates under a unicameral system with a total of 113 members. Despite occasional differences among parties, 85 members—accounting for 70%—have joined the Legislative Yuan’s Taiwan-Japan Friendship Association, demonstrating strong bipartisan support for Taiwan-Japan relations. Additionally, he noted that in 2024, Taiwanese visitors traveled to Japan over 6.04 million times. Bilateral exchanges in fields such as technology, economics, trade, culture, education, and agriculture have also continued to deepen and expand, reflecting the strong and friendly ties between Taiwan and Japan.
President Han further mentioned that earlier that day, he had welcomed four cross-party Members of the European Parliament to the Legislative Yuan. Among them, three were visiting Taiwan for the first time and were relatively unfamiliar with the country. He explained to the guests that, although Taiwan may be smaller in population and land area compared to other countries, it demonstrates diverse vitality and immense developmental potential. For instance, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is a leader in the global supply chain, and Taiwan excels in many different industries, from household goods and automotive components to high-tech, making it an “invisible champion” in many sectors. President Han called on diplomatic representatives in Taiwan to recognize not only the kindness and hospitality of the Taiwanese people but also the vast potential of Taiwan’s industries, encouraging enhanced cooperation to achieve economic prosperity. He concluded by thanking Representative Katayama for the invitation and wishing all guests health and success.
President Han’s remarks were followed by Vice President Hsiao delivering her remarks. Afterward, the organizers invited her along with President Han, Association President Su, Secretary-General Wu, Minister Koo, and representatives of Japanese businesses in Taiwan to join Representative Katayama and his spouse on stage. Together, they led a toast to Japan. The reception then unfolded with warm interactions between President Han, Representative Katayama, and other attendees, culminating in a group photo. The event was conducted in a congenial and relaxed atmosphere, and concluded successfully after approximately two hours.
Following the opening remarks by Representative Katayama Kazuyuki of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, President Han delivered his remarks. He expressed his honor at being invited again as President of the Legislative Yuan to the Emperor’s Birthday Celebration Reception. On behalf of the Legislative Yuan, he extended sincere congratulations and best wishes for the Emperor of Japan’s health and well-being. He also expressed pleasure at reconnecting with Representative Katayama. President Han went on to highlight that the Legislative Yuan operates under a unicameral system with a total of 113 members. Despite occasional differences among parties, 85 members—accounting for 70%—have joined the Legislative Yuan’s Taiwan-Japan Friendship Association, demonstrating strong bipartisan support for Taiwan-Japan relations. Additionally, he noted that in 2024, Taiwanese visitors traveled to Japan over 6.04 million times. Bilateral exchanges in fields such as technology, economics, trade, culture, education, and agriculture have also continued to deepen and expand, reflecting the strong and friendly ties between Taiwan and Japan.
President Han further mentioned that earlier that day, he had welcomed four cross-party Members of the European Parliament to the Legislative Yuan. Among them, three were visiting Taiwan for the first time and were relatively unfamiliar with the country. He explained to the guests that, although Taiwan may be smaller in population and land area compared to other countries, it demonstrates diverse vitality and immense developmental potential. For instance, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is a leader in the global supply chain, and Taiwan excels in many different industries, from household goods and automotive components to high-tech, making it an “invisible champion” in many sectors. President Han called on diplomatic representatives in Taiwan to recognize not only the kindness and hospitality of the Taiwanese people but also the vast potential of Taiwan’s industries, encouraging enhanced cooperation to achieve economic prosperity. He concluded by thanking Representative Katayama for the invitation and wishing all guests health and success.
President Han’s remarks were followed by Vice President Hsiao delivering her remarks. Afterward, the organizers invited her along with President Han, Association President Su, Secretary-General Wu, Minister Koo, and representatives of Japanese businesses in Taiwan to join Representative Katayama and his spouse on stage. Together, they led a toast to Japan. The reception then unfolded with warm interactions between President Han, Representative Katayama, and other attendees, culminating in a group photo. The event was conducted in a congenial and relaxed atmosphere, and concluded successfully after approximately two hours.