立法院韓國瑜院長接見及款宴紐西蘭國會「跨黨派台灣友誼小組」訪問團一行7人 韓國瑜：誠摯歡迎紐西蘭國會議員再次來訪，盼持續深化雙方友好關係(Legislative Yuan President Daniel K.Y. Han receives and hosts banquet for seven-member delegation from New Zealand's All-Party Parliamentary Group on Taiwan; President Han: We extend a warm welcome to the New Zealand parliamentarians for visiting again, and we look forward to further deepening the friendly relationship between the two sides.)
立法院韓國瑜院長於本（4月16）日上午在「台灣與澳洲、紐西蘭國會友好聯誼會」會長邱議瑩委員、國民黨陳永康委員、民眾黨劉書彬委員、國際事務處林晨富處長等人陪同下，接見及款宴紐西蘭國會「跨黨派台灣友誼小組」一行7人，外交部陳立國常務次長、亞東太平洋司許書智副司長及駐紐西蘭代表處歐江安代表等亦隨行陪同。
On the morning of April 16, Legislative Yuan President Daniel K.Y. Han, accompanied by DPP Legislator Chiu Yi-Ying, Chair of the Taiwan-Australia and New Zealand Inter-Parliamentary Amity Association, KMT Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang, TPP Legislator Dr. Liu Shu-Pin, and Director Kevin C.F. Lin of the Department of International Affairs, received and hosted a banquet for a seven-member delegation from New Zealand's All-Party Parliamentary Group on Taiwan. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Remus Li-Kuo Chen, Deputy Director-General Stephen Shu-Chih Hsu of the Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and Representative Joanne Ou of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New Zealand were also in attendance.
韓院長首先誠摯歡迎紐西蘭國會跨黨派台灣友誼小組訪問團來訪，續謂上（2024）年4月第一次接待紐西蘭國會議員訪團時，該次交流除了感受到紐西蘭國會議員帶來傳統民族歌曲的震撼外，我方亦合唱《我們都是一家人》回應，氣氛熱烈友好，也展現出台紐的好交情。除傳統舞蹈及歌謠外，紐西蘭許多產品也為台灣人民熟知，如牛乳及奇異果等優質農產品，以及在紐西蘭取景拍攝之經典電影如《魔戒》（The Lord of the Rings）與《阿凡達》（Avatar）等更為我國人所喜愛。韓院長繼稱，紐西蘭除了這些廣為人知的柔性之美外，還有如哈卡舞、全黑橄欖球隊等充分展現力量的陽剛之美，剛柔並濟，而今日在座3名委員來自立法院三個黨團，共同表達對紐西蘭國會議員最熱忱的歡迎及重視。
President Han first sincerely welcomed the visit of New Zealand's All-Party Parliamentary Group to Taiwan. He went on to say that when he first hosted a delegation of New Zealand parliamentarians in April 2024, the exchange was memorable—not only due to the powerful traditional songs brought by the New Zealand parliamentarians, but also because the Taiwanese side responded by singing “We Are Family” together. He recalled the enthusiastic and friendly atmosphere, a clear demonstration of the close ties between Taiwan and New Zealand. He added that, besides traditional dances and songs, many of New Zealand’s products were well known to the people of Taiwan, including high-quality agricultural goods like milk and kiwifruit, and that iconic films shot in New Zealand, such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar, were particularly beloved by Taiwanese audiences. President Han further remarked that in addition to New Zealand’s well-known soft beauty, such as traditional performances and products, it also displays masculine strength through the Haka and the All Blacks rugby team, achieving a balance of softness and strength. He noted that the three legislators present today represent the three party caucuses in the Legislative Yuan, jointly expressing their warmest welcome and respect for the visiting New Zealand parliamentarians.
團長史密斯議員（Stuart SMITH）感謝韓院長及委員撥冗接晤，繼稱其所率領之紐西蘭國會訪問團係由跨黨派組成，儘管成員來自不同黨派，但在國際事務上皆持一致立場。續謂台紐兩國有許多相似之處，運動方面亦有頻繁交流，此行訪台期盼深化兩國情誼、強化官方及民間交流，並提升台紐經貿往來。
Head of the delegation MP Stuart Smith expressed his gratitude to President Han and the legislators for taking the time to meet with them. He noted that the visiting delegation from the New Zealand Parliament is composed of members from multiple political parties, adding that despite their differing affiliations, they share a unified stance on international affairs. He went on to say that Taiwan and New Zealand share many similarities, including frequent exchanges in the field of sports. He expressed hope that this visit would further deepen the friendship between the two countries, strengthen both official and people-to-people exchanges, and enhance bilateral economic and trade relations.
共同團長尤齊力（Tangi Utikere）議員則感謝台灣人民及立法院的熱情歡迎，此次係其首度訪台，參訪行程除拜會政府單位外，亦走訪烏來原住民部落，相信有助增進相互瞭解及強化兩國原民事務之交流，然囿於此次訪台行程緊促，甚盼未來能擇機再訪台灣。他也盼藉此難得機會與在座委員深入交流，分享彼此珍視之共享價值。
Joint head of the delegation MP Tangi Utikere expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome extended by the people of Taiwan and the Legislative Yuan. As this is his first visit to Taiwan, he noted that in addition to official meetings with government agencies, the delegation also visited an indigenous community in Wulai. He said he believes such experiences can help foster mutual understanding and strengthen bilateral exchanges on indigenous affairs. Given the tight schedule of this visit, he expressed his hope to return to Taiwan in the future. He also look forwarded to taking advantage of this valuable opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with the attending legislators and to share the common values that both sides hold dear.
邱議瑩委員欣聞訪團此行訪台充滿豐富及美好的體驗，同時有機會與好客熱情的韓院長見面。台灣與紐西蘭雖擁有深遠且良好的政經關係，但在全球面對美國關稅議題之關鍵時刻，期盼兩國合作能夠更加緊密深入，亦盼紐西蘭支持台灣加入「跨太平洋夥伴全面進步協定」（Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, CPTPP）。她也歡迎下次紐西蘭國會議員訪台時，能造訪高雄，感受南台灣人民的熱情與多元台灣文化。雙方互贈禮品後，歐代表陪同紐西蘭訪賓即興獻唱一段毛利歌曲，表達對我方最深切而誠摯之祝福，氣氛友好、溫馨感人。
DPP Legislator Chiu Yi-Ying expressed her delight in hearing that the delegation’s visit to Taiwan had been filled with meaningful and memorable experiences, and that they also had the opportunity to meet with the warm and hospitable President Han. She added that while Taiwan and New Zealand share a long-standing and robust political and economic relationship, the world now stands at a critical juncture as it faces global tariff challenges posed by the U.S. Against that backdrop, she expressed hope that cooperation between the two countries could grow even closer and deeper, adding that Taiwan also looked forward to New Zealand’s support for its accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership（CPTPP）. She also extended a warm invitation to the New Zealand parliamentarians to visit Kaohsiung on their next trip to Taiwan, where they can experience the hospitality of southern Taiwan and the richness of Taiwan’s diverse culture. Following an exchange of gifts, Representative Ou joined the New Zealand delegates in an impromptu and deeply moving performance of a Māori song, expressing their heartfelt and sincere wishes for Taiwan in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
午宴交流時，陳永康委員表示台紐兩國皆為島國，共享自由、民主、人權等核心價值，兩國間有許多可相互學習及合作之處，盼兩國友好合作關係能持續深化。劉書彬委員則表示很高興藉此次交流機會深入瞭解紐西蘭，學習彼此國家之優點以截長補短，她很欣賞紐西蘭不同黨派之議員能夠同桌共餐、和平相處，盼台灣不同黨派未來亦能借鏡學習，為台灣之國際地位及國家發展一起努力。席間雙方另就台紐選舉制度異同，立法過程，科技及文教交流，少子化及高齡化之衝擊等議題廣泛交換意見，午宴歷約1小時30分鐘，氣氛輕鬆熱絡，賓主盡歡。
During the luncheon exchange, Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang remarked that both Taiwan and New Zealand are island nations that share the core values of freedom, democracy, and human rights. He noted that there are many areas where the two countries can learn from one another and collaborate, and he expressed hope that their friendly and cooperative ties will continue to deepen. Legislator Dr. Liu Shu-Pin expressed her pleasure at the opportunity to gain deeper insights into New Zealand through this exchange and to learn from each other’s strengths. She admired how parliamentarians from different parties in New Zealand could sit together and get along peacefully, and expressed hope that Taiwan’s parties could draw inspiration from this to work together for the betterment of Taiwan's international standing and national development. During the luncheon, the two sides also engaged in wide-ranging discussions on topics including the similarities and differences between Taiwan and New Zealand’s electoral systems, legislative procedures, technological and cultural-educational exchanges, as well as the challenges posed by declining birthrates and aging populations. The luncheon lasted approximately one hour and thirty minutes and was marked by a relaxed and lively atmosphere, with all participants enjoying the exchange.
餐畢，訪團由國際事務處同仁陪同欣賞立法院簡介影片及參觀議場，在議場內巧遇一群來自彰化縣扶輪社的參訪團成員，除與渠等親切合影外，彼此並以歌聲交流，氣氛溫馨友好。隨後，訪團續與立法院「台灣與澳洲、紐西蘭國會友好聯誼會」會長邱議瑩委員、「外交及國防委員會」林楚茵委員及陳永康委員針對許多共同關心議題進行座談，雙方均感獲益良多，並允未來將密保聯繫及互訪交流，以續增情誼。
Following the luncheon, the delegation, accompanied by staff from the Department of International Affairs, viewed an introductory video about the Legislative Yuan and toured the parliamentary chamber. There, they happened to meet a visiting group from the Rotary Club of Changhua County. The two groups warmly posed for photos together and even shared songs, creating a heartfelt and friendly atmosphere. The delegation later held a discussion with DPP Legislator Chiu Yi-Ying, Chair of the Taiwan-Australia and New Zealand Inter-Parliamentary Amity Association, as well as DPP Legislator Lin Chu-Yin and KMT Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang of the Foreign and National Defense Committee. The dialogue focused on numerous issues of mutual concern, and both sides found the exchange highly rewarding. Both sides agreed to maintain close communication and promote future reciprocal visits to further strengthen their friendship.
On the morning of April 16, Legislative Yuan President Daniel K.Y. Han, accompanied by DPP Legislator Chiu Yi-Ying, Chair of the Taiwan-Australia and New Zealand Inter-Parliamentary Amity Association, KMT Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang, TPP Legislator Dr. Liu Shu-Pin, and Director Kevin C.F. Lin of the Department of International Affairs, received and hosted a banquet for a seven-member delegation from New Zealand's All-Party Parliamentary Group on Taiwan. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Remus Li-Kuo Chen, Deputy Director-General Stephen Shu-Chih Hsu of the Department of East Asian and Pacific Affairs, and Representative Joanne Ou of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New Zealand were also in attendance.
韓院長首先誠摯歡迎紐西蘭國會跨黨派台灣友誼小組訪問團來訪，續謂上（2024）年4月第一次接待紐西蘭國會議員訪團時，該次交流除了感受到紐西蘭國會議員帶來傳統民族歌曲的震撼外，我方亦合唱《我們都是一家人》回應，氣氛熱烈友好，也展現出台紐的好交情。除傳統舞蹈及歌謠外，紐西蘭許多產品也為台灣人民熟知，如牛乳及奇異果等優質農產品，以及在紐西蘭取景拍攝之經典電影如《魔戒》（The Lord of the Rings）與《阿凡達》（Avatar）等更為我國人所喜愛。韓院長繼稱，紐西蘭除了這些廣為人知的柔性之美外，還有如哈卡舞、全黑橄欖球隊等充分展現力量的陽剛之美，剛柔並濟，而今日在座3名委員來自立法院三個黨團，共同表達對紐西蘭國會議員最熱忱的歡迎及重視。
President Han first sincerely welcomed the visit of New Zealand's All-Party Parliamentary Group to Taiwan. He went on to say that when he first hosted a delegation of New Zealand parliamentarians in April 2024, the exchange was memorable—not only due to the powerful traditional songs brought by the New Zealand parliamentarians, but also because the Taiwanese side responded by singing “We Are Family” together. He recalled the enthusiastic and friendly atmosphere, a clear demonstration of the close ties between Taiwan and New Zealand. He added that, besides traditional dances and songs, many of New Zealand’s products were well known to the people of Taiwan, including high-quality agricultural goods like milk and kiwifruit, and that iconic films shot in New Zealand, such as The Lord of the Rings and Avatar, were particularly beloved by Taiwanese audiences. President Han further remarked that in addition to New Zealand’s well-known soft beauty, such as traditional performances and products, it also displays masculine strength through the Haka and the All Blacks rugby team, achieving a balance of softness and strength. He noted that the three legislators present today represent the three party caucuses in the Legislative Yuan, jointly expressing their warmest welcome and respect for the visiting New Zealand parliamentarians.
團長史密斯議員（Stuart SMITH）感謝韓院長及委員撥冗接晤，繼稱其所率領之紐西蘭國會訪問團係由跨黨派組成，儘管成員來自不同黨派，但在國際事務上皆持一致立場。續謂台紐兩國有許多相似之處，運動方面亦有頻繁交流，此行訪台期盼深化兩國情誼、強化官方及民間交流，並提升台紐經貿往來。
Head of the delegation MP Stuart Smith expressed his gratitude to President Han and the legislators for taking the time to meet with them. He noted that the visiting delegation from the New Zealand Parliament is composed of members from multiple political parties, adding that despite their differing affiliations, they share a unified stance on international affairs. He went on to say that Taiwan and New Zealand share many similarities, including frequent exchanges in the field of sports. He expressed hope that this visit would further deepen the friendship between the two countries, strengthen both official and people-to-people exchanges, and enhance bilateral economic and trade relations.
共同團長尤齊力（Tangi Utikere）議員則感謝台灣人民及立法院的熱情歡迎，此次係其首度訪台，參訪行程除拜會政府單位外，亦走訪烏來原住民部落，相信有助增進相互瞭解及強化兩國原民事務之交流，然囿於此次訪台行程緊促，甚盼未來能擇機再訪台灣。他也盼藉此難得機會與在座委員深入交流，分享彼此珍視之共享價值。
Joint head of the delegation MP Tangi Utikere expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome extended by the people of Taiwan and the Legislative Yuan. As this is his first visit to Taiwan, he noted that in addition to official meetings with government agencies, the delegation also visited an indigenous community in Wulai. He said he believes such experiences can help foster mutual understanding and strengthen bilateral exchanges on indigenous affairs. Given the tight schedule of this visit, he expressed his hope to return to Taiwan in the future. He also look forwarded to taking advantage of this valuable opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with the attending legislators and to share the common values that both sides hold dear.
邱議瑩委員欣聞訪團此行訪台充滿豐富及美好的體驗，同時有機會與好客熱情的韓院長見面。台灣與紐西蘭雖擁有深遠且良好的政經關係，但在全球面對美國關稅議題之關鍵時刻，期盼兩國合作能夠更加緊密深入，亦盼紐西蘭支持台灣加入「跨太平洋夥伴全面進步協定」（Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, CPTPP）。她也歡迎下次紐西蘭國會議員訪台時，能造訪高雄，感受南台灣人民的熱情與多元台灣文化。雙方互贈禮品後，歐代表陪同紐西蘭訪賓即興獻唱一段毛利歌曲，表達對我方最深切而誠摯之祝福，氣氛友好、溫馨感人。
DPP Legislator Chiu Yi-Ying expressed her delight in hearing that the delegation’s visit to Taiwan had been filled with meaningful and memorable experiences, and that they also had the opportunity to meet with the warm and hospitable President Han. She added that while Taiwan and New Zealand share a long-standing and robust political and economic relationship, the world now stands at a critical juncture as it faces global tariff challenges posed by the U.S. Against that backdrop, she expressed hope that cooperation between the two countries could grow even closer and deeper, adding that Taiwan also looked forward to New Zealand’s support for its accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership（CPTPP）. She also extended a warm invitation to the New Zealand parliamentarians to visit Kaohsiung on their next trip to Taiwan, where they can experience the hospitality of southern Taiwan and the richness of Taiwan’s diverse culture. Following an exchange of gifts, Representative Ou joined the New Zealand delegates in an impromptu and deeply moving performance of a Māori song, expressing their heartfelt and sincere wishes for Taiwan in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
午宴交流時，陳永康委員表示台紐兩國皆為島國，共享自由、民主、人權等核心價值，兩國間有許多可相互學習及合作之處，盼兩國友好合作關係能持續深化。劉書彬委員則表示很高興藉此次交流機會深入瞭解紐西蘭，學習彼此國家之優點以截長補短，她很欣賞紐西蘭不同黨派之議員能夠同桌共餐、和平相處，盼台灣不同黨派未來亦能借鏡學習，為台灣之國際地位及國家發展一起努力。席間雙方另就台紐選舉制度異同，立法過程，科技及文教交流，少子化及高齡化之衝擊等議題廣泛交換意見，午宴歷約1小時30分鐘，氣氛輕鬆熱絡，賓主盡歡。
During the luncheon exchange, Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang remarked that both Taiwan and New Zealand are island nations that share the core values of freedom, democracy, and human rights. He noted that there are many areas where the two countries can learn from one another and collaborate, and he expressed hope that their friendly and cooperative ties will continue to deepen. Legislator Dr. Liu Shu-Pin expressed her pleasure at the opportunity to gain deeper insights into New Zealand through this exchange and to learn from each other’s strengths. She admired how parliamentarians from different parties in New Zealand could sit together and get along peacefully, and expressed hope that Taiwan’s parties could draw inspiration from this to work together for the betterment of Taiwan's international standing and national development. During the luncheon, the two sides also engaged in wide-ranging discussions on topics including the similarities and differences between Taiwan and New Zealand’s electoral systems, legislative procedures, technological and cultural-educational exchanges, as well as the challenges posed by declining birthrates and aging populations. The luncheon lasted approximately one hour and thirty minutes and was marked by a relaxed and lively atmosphere, with all participants enjoying the exchange.
餐畢，訪團由國際事務處同仁陪同欣賞立法院簡介影片及參觀議場，在議場內巧遇一群來自彰化縣扶輪社的參訪團成員，除與渠等親切合影外，彼此並以歌聲交流，氣氛溫馨友好。隨後，訪團續與立法院「台灣與澳洲、紐西蘭國會友好聯誼會」會長邱議瑩委員、「外交及國防委員會」林楚茵委員及陳永康委員針對許多共同關心議題進行座談，雙方均感獲益良多，並允未來將密保聯繫及互訪交流，以續增情誼。
Following the luncheon, the delegation, accompanied by staff from the Department of International Affairs, viewed an introductory video about the Legislative Yuan and toured the parliamentary chamber. There, they happened to meet a visiting group from the Rotary Club of Changhua County. The two groups warmly posed for photos together and even shared songs, creating a heartfelt and friendly atmosphere. The delegation later held a discussion with DPP Legislator Chiu Yi-Ying, Chair of the Taiwan-Australia and New Zealand Inter-Parliamentary Amity Association, as well as DPP Legislator Lin Chu-Yin and KMT Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang of the Foreign and National Defense Committee. The dialogue focused on numerous issues of mutual concern, and both sides found the exchange highly rewarding. Both sides agreed to maintain close communication and promote future reciprocal visits to further strengthen their friendship.