立法院韓國瑜院長偕江啟臣副院長及跨黨派立委會晤「美國聯邦參議院軍事委員會主席維克（Roger Wicker）訪問團」 Accompanied by cross-party legislators, President Han and Vice President Chiang of the Legislative Yuan meet with delegation led by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee;
韓國瑜：臺灣在國際越閃耀就越安全 盼臺美情誼長存並擴大多元合作
President Han: The brighter Taiwan shines on the international stage, the safer it becomes—may Taiwan-U.S. friendship endure and broader cooperation continue to grow.
立法院韓國瑜院長於本（8月30）日上午在江啟臣副院長、國民黨陳永康委員、徐巧芯委員、民進黨陳冠廷委員、民眾黨林憶君委員、國際事務處林晨富處長等人陪同下，與「美國聯邦參議院軍事委員會主席維克（Roger Wicker）訪問團」一行早餐敘，「美國在台協會」（AIT)谷立言（Raymond Greene）處長亦在場陪同。
On the morning of August 30, President Daniel K.Y. Han of the Legislative Yuan received and hosted a breakfast meeting for a delegation led by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. President Han was accompanied by Vice President Dr. Johnny C. Chiang, KMT Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang, KMT Legislator Hsu Chiao-Hsin, DPP Legislator Chen Kuan-Ting, TPP Legislator Lin Yi-Chun, and Department of International Affairs Director Kevin C.F. Lin. American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Director Raymond F. Greene was also present.
雙方在寒暄致意後，韓院長誠摯歡迎維克主席及費雪（Deb Fischer）參議員聯袂訪臺。續謂，本（第11）屆立法院上任之初，三政黨雖在國防外交議題持有若干不同意見，然經過一年半之磨合，跨黨派共識已然形成，全力支持國防外交工作及深化臺美夥伴關係，並支持明年我國國防預算增至超過佔GDP 3%，未來將朝北約會員國5%的目標努力。院長繼指出，臺灣現正處於關鍵時刻，必須徹底理解中國共產黨及其領導人的思維邏輯，才能審慎因應各種挑戰。他強調臺灣在俄烏戰爭後面臨來自中國更大的壓力，我國會擴大爭取國際支持，在此嚴峻區域環境下，因此國會外交日益重要，盼美國等理念相近盟友持續以具體行動支持臺灣。院長最後誠摯感謝兩位參議員對臺灣的大力支持與堅定友誼，並說明臺灣不能在國際社會中黯淡無光，而是越獲得國際支持，就越安全。
After the exchange of greetings, President Han first warmly welcomed Chairman Roger Wicker and Senator Deb Fischer on their joint visit to Taiwan. In his remarks, President Han noted that at the beginning of the current (11th) legislature, the three major parties held differing views on national defense and foreign affairs in the Legislative Yuan. However, after a year and a half of collaboration, a cross-party consensus has taken shape—fully supporting national defense, foreign affairs, and the strengthening of Taiwan-U.S. partnership. He added that the Legislative Yuan supports raising Taiwan’s defense budget to exceed 3% of GDP next year, with a long-term goal of moving toward the NATO benchmark of 5%. President Han further stated that Taiwan is now at a critical juncture and must fully understand the thinking and strategic logic of the Chinese Communist Party and its leaders in order to prudently address emerging challenges. He emphasized that following the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, Taiwan has faced increasing pressure from China, adding that in this challenging geopolitical environment, parliamentary diplomacy has become ever more crucial. President Han expressed hope that the United States and other like-minded allies will continue to support Taiwan through concrete actions. Lastly, he expressed sincere gratitude to Senator Wicker and Senator Fischer for their strong and steadfast support, stressing that the brighter Taiwan shines in the international community, the safer it becomes.
江副院長亦歡迎睽違14年再度訪台的維克主席及首次訪臺之費雪參議員，本年五月初他率團訪問美國時，因時間有限最終未能與維克主席會晤，很高興今天在臺灣相見，也盼下次訪團停留時間允許時，能夠陪同參觀立法院及走訪臺灣其他城市。他續感謝美國對臺灣的跨黨派支持，並表示他在金門服役時正值1996年臺海危機，所以深切體認提升國家安全策略、強化臺灣整體社會韌性、維持區域國家盟友關係的重要性，臺灣將努力持續提升自我防衛能力，守護台海和平穩定。他也非常感謝AIT始終致力促進臺美對話及交流，並盼未來雙方持續深化合作。
Following President Han’s remarks, Vice President Chiang also extended a warm welcome to Chairman Wicker, returning to Taiwan after 14 years, and to Senator Fischer on her first visit. Vice President Chiang noted that when he led a delegation to the United States earlier this May, he was unable to meet with Chairman Wicker due to time constraints, and said he was happy to be meeting in Taiwan this time. Vice President Chiang added that he looks forward to future U.S. congressional delegations visiting the Legislative Yuan and other cities across Taiwan when their schedules allow. Vice President Chiang went on to thank the United States for its bipartisan support for Taiwan, recalling that during his military service in Kinmen amid the 1996 Taiwan Strait Crisis, he came to deeply understand the importance of enhancing national security strategies, strengthening Taiwan’s overall social resilience, and maintaining strong alliances in the region. Vice President Chiang affirmed that Taiwan will continue to bolster its self-defense capabilities and safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Vice President Chiang also expressed sincere appreciation to the AIT for its longstanding commitment to promoting Taiwan-U.S. dialogue and exchange, and expressed hope for continued deepening of bilateral cooperation in the future.
現場出席委員嗣就臺美相關議題與訪團進行交流，陳永康委員建議加強臺美軍事交流及人員訓練、陳冠廷委員關注對美武器採購交付期程延宕議題、徐巧芯委員強調防止衝突及與民眾溝通之重要性、林憶君委員則說明民眾黨對外交國防議題之重視並強調以國家利益優先之立場。
During the discussion, attending legislators exchanged views with the delegation on various Taiwan-U.S. issues. Legislator Chen Yeong-Kang called for strengthening military exchanges and personnel training between Taiwan and the United States; Legislator Chen Kuan-Ting raised concerns over delays in U.S. arms deliveries; Legislator Hsu Chiao-Hsin emphasized the importance of preventing conflict and communicating effectively with the public; and Legislator Lin Yi-Chun reiterated the Taiwan People’s Party’s emphasis on national defense and foreign affairs, highlighting its stance of prioritizing national interests.
雙方另就區域情勢、能源安全、灰色地帶戰略、國防預算、深化臺美合作等雙方共同關切議題廣泛交換意見，餐敘氣氛友好愉快，發言踴躍並坦誠交流，歷約70分鐘，互贈禮品及合影後圓滿結束。
Both sides also engaged in extensive discussions on topics of mutual concern, including the regional situation, energy security, gray-zone strategies, defense budgets, and deepening Taiwan-U.S. cooperation. The breakfast meeting took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, with candid and active exchanges lasting around 70 minutes, and concluded with the exchange of gifts and a group photo.
President Han: The brighter Taiwan shines on the international stage, the safer it becomes—may Taiwan-U.S. friendship endure and broader cooperation continue to grow.
立法院韓國瑜院長於本（8月30）日上午在江啟臣副院長、國民黨陳永康委員、徐巧芯委員、民進黨陳冠廷委員、民眾黨林憶君委員、國際事務處林晨富處長等人陪同下，與「美國聯邦參議院軍事委員會主席維克（Roger Wicker）訪問團」一行早餐敘，「美國在台協會」（AIT)谷立言（Raymond Greene）處長亦在場陪同。
On the morning of August 30, President Daniel K.Y. Han of the Legislative Yuan received and hosted a breakfast meeting for a delegation led by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. President Han was accompanied by Vice President Dr. Johnny C. Chiang, KMT Legislator Adm. Chen Yeong-Kang, KMT Legislator Hsu Chiao-Hsin, DPP Legislator Chen Kuan-Ting, TPP Legislator Lin Yi-Chun, and Department of International Affairs Director Kevin C.F. Lin. American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Director Raymond F. Greene was also present.
雙方在寒暄致意後，韓院長誠摯歡迎維克主席及費雪（Deb Fischer）參議員聯袂訪臺。續謂，本（第11）屆立法院上任之初，三政黨雖在國防外交議題持有若干不同意見，然經過一年半之磨合，跨黨派共識已然形成，全力支持國防外交工作及深化臺美夥伴關係，並支持明年我國國防預算增至超過佔GDP 3%，未來將朝北約會員國5%的目標努力。院長繼指出，臺灣現正處於關鍵時刻，必須徹底理解中國共產黨及其領導人的思維邏輯，才能審慎因應各種挑戰。他強調臺灣在俄烏戰爭後面臨來自中國更大的壓力，我國會擴大爭取國際支持，在此嚴峻區域環境下，因此國會外交日益重要，盼美國等理念相近盟友持續以具體行動支持臺灣。院長最後誠摯感謝兩位參議員對臺灣的大力支持與堅定友誼，並說明臺灣不能在國際社會中黯淡無光，而是越獲得國際支持，就越安全。
After the exchange of greetings, President Han first warmly welcomed Chairman Roger Wicker and Senator Deb Fischer on their joint visit to Taiwan. In his remarks, President Han noted that at the beginning of the current (11th) legislature, the three major parties held differing views on national defense and foreign affairs in the Legislative Yuan. However, after a year and a half of collaboration, a cross-party consensus has taken shape—fully supporting national defense, foreign affairs, and the strengthening of Taiwan-U.S. partnership. He added that the Legislative Yuan supports raising Taiwan’s defense budget to exceed 3% of GDP next year, with a long-term goal of moving toward the NATO benchmark of 5%. President Han further stated that Taiwan is now at a critical juncture and must fully understand the thinking and strategic logic of the Chinese Communist Party and its leaders in order to prudently address emerging challenges. He emphasized that following the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, Taiwan has faced increasing pressure from China, adding that in this challenging geopolitical environment, parliamentary diplomacy has become ever more crucial. President Han expressed hope that the United States and other like-minded allies will continue to support Taiwan through concrete actions. Lastly, he expressed sincere gratitude to Senator Wicker and Senator Fischer for their strong and steadfast support, stressing that the brighter Taiwan shines in the international community, the safer it becomes.
江副院長亦歡迎睽違14年再度訪台的維克主席及首次訪臺之費雪參議員，本年五月初他率團訪問美國時，因時間有限最終未能與維克主席會晤，很高興今天在臺灣相見，也盼下次訪團停留時間允許時，能夠陪同參觀立法院及走訪臺灣其他城市。他續感謝美國對臺灣的跨黨派支持，並表示他在金門服役時正值1996年臺海危機，所以深切體認提升國家安全策略、強化臺灣整體社會韌性、維持區域國家盟友關係的重要性，臺灣將努力持續提升自我防衛能力，守護台海和平穩定。他也非常感謝AIT始終致力促進臺美對話及交流，並盼未來雙方持續深化合作。
Following President Han’s remarks, Vice President Chiang also extended a warm welcome to Chairman Wicker, returning to Taiwan after 14 years, and to Senator Fischer on her first visit. Vice President Chiang noted that when he led a delegation to the United States earlier this May, he was unable to meet with Chairman Wicker due to time constraints, and said he was happy to be meeting in Taiwan this time. Vice President Chiang added that he looks forward to future U.S. congressional delegations visiting the Legislative Yuan and other cities across Taiwan when their schedules allow. Vice President Chiang went on to thank the United States for its bipartisan support for Taiwan, recalling that during his military service in Kinmen amid the 1996 Taiwan Strait Crisis, he came to deeply understand the importance of enhancing national security strategies, strengthening Taiwan’s overall social resilience, and maintaining strong alliances in the region. Vice President Chiang affirmed that Taiwan will continue to bolster its self-defense capabilities and safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. Vice President Chiang also expressed sincere appreciation to the AIT for its longstanding commitment to promoting Taiwan-U.S. dialogue and exchange, and expressed hope for continued deepening of bilateral cooperation in the future.
現場出席委員嗣就臺美相關議題與訪團進行交流，陳永康委員建議加強臺美軍事交流及人員訓練、陳冠廷委員關注對美武器採購交付期程延宕議題、徐巧芯委員強調防止衝突及與民眾溝通之重要性、林憶君委員則說明民眾黨對外交國防議題之重視並強調以國家利益優先之立場。
During the discussion, attending legislators exchanged views with the delegation on various Taiwan-U.S. issues. Legislator Chen Yeong-Kang called for strengthening military exchanges and personnel training between Taiwan and the United States; Legislator Chen Kuan-Ting raised concerns over delays in U.S. arms deliveries; Legislator Hsu Chiao-Hsin emphasized the importance of preventing conflict and communicating effectively with the public; and Legislator Lin Yi-Chun reiterated the Taiwan People’s Party’s emphasis on national defense and foreign affairs, highlighting its stance of prioritizing national interests.
雙方另就區域情勢、能源安全、灰色地帶戰略、國防預算、深化臺美合作等雙方共同關切議題廣泛交換意見，餐敘氣氛友好愉快，發言踴躍並坦誠交流，歷約70分鐘，互贈禮品及合影後圓滿結束。
Both sides also engaged in extensive discussions on topics of mutual concern, including the regional situation, energy security, gray-zone strategies, defense budgets, and deepening Taiwan-U.S. cooperation. The breakfast meeting took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, with candid and active exchanges lasting around 70 minutes, and concluded with the exchange of gifts and a group photo.