立法院韓國瑜院長接見「巴拿馬跨黨派國會議員訪問團」一行7人 韓國瑜：深化國會外交 攜手促進民主、和平與共同繁榮 President Daniel K.Y. Han receives 7-member cross-party delegation from the National Assembly of Panama; President Han: We are deepening parliamentary diplomacy as well as promoting democracy, peace, and shared prosperity
立法院韓國瑜院長於本（7月9）日下午，在國民黨張嘉郡委員、民眾黨蔡春綢委員，以及外交部陳明祺政務次長等人陪同下，接見「巴拿馬跨黨派國會議員訪問團」一行7人。
On the afternoon of July 9, President Daniel K.Y. Han (韓國瑜) of the Legislative Yuan received a seven-member cross-party delegation from the National Assembly of Panama. Also in attendance were KMT Legislator Dr. Alice Chang, TPP Legislator Tsai Chun-Chou, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chen Ming-Chi.
韓院長首先熱烈歡迎訪團蒞臨立法院，並親自向訪賓介紹台灣著名的珍珠奶茶及愛文芒果，盼第一次到訪的訪賓，感受台灣的熱情與飲食文化。韓院長說明，中華民國立法院與巴拿馬國會均採單一國會制，巴拿馬國會共有71席議員，立法院則有113席立法委員，兩國國會皆肩負法律制定、預算審議、人事同意及監督政府等重要職責，在民主制度中扮演關鍵角色。
President Han started by warmly welcoming the delegation and inviting the guests to sample Taiwan’s famous bubble tea and Irwin mangoes, and expressed his hope that the members of the delegation visiting Taiwan for the first time would be able to personally experience Taiwan’s hospitality and its unique food culture. President Han noted that the Legislative Yuan of the Republic of China and the National Assembly of Panama both operate under a unicameral system, with 113 seats and 71 seats, respectively. He mentioned that both legislatures carry out important functions such as legislation, budget review, personnel approval, and government oversight, playing a crucial role in their democratic systems.
院長嗣引用著名聯句「最難風雨故人來」，感謝巴拿馬跨黨派國會議員於颱風即將到來之際仍專程訪問台灣，充分展現對台灣的重視與支持。他指出，台灣與巴拿馬擁有逾百年的深厚情誼，儘管近年雙方官方關係有所變化，但人民情誼與民主夥伴間的友誼歷久彌新。台灣每年自巴拿馬進口大量白蝦，占我國白蝦進口總量近四成，顯示雙方經貿往來仍具深厚基礎。他並表示，台灣在半導體、高品質醫療、中小企業及機能性紡織等領域均具世界級競爭力，期盼未來持續深化雙方在經貿、科技及產業等領域的合作，創造更多互惠互利的發展契機，增進兩國人民福祉。
He quoted a line from a famous Chinese couplet, “A visit from an old friend is most friendship when the storm is at its worst,” extending his gratitude to the Panamanian cross-party delegation of National Assembly members for visiting Taiwan despite the impending typhoon, a gesture highlighting their unwavering friendship and support for Taiwan. He pointed out that despite recent changes in the official relationship, Taiwan and Panama share a deep relationship spanning over a century, with the friendship between the peoples and the bond between the two democratic partners remaining as strong as ever. He stressed that Taiwan and Panama are close trading partners, as evidenced by the fact that Taiwan imports large quantities of white shrimp from Panama every year, accounting for nearly 40% of its total white shrimp imports. He remarked that Taiwan enjoys a global competitive edge in key sectors, including semiconductors, quality healthcare, SMEs, and functional textiles. He expressed hope that the two countries will expand cooperation in trade, technology, and industry to create mutually beneficial development opportunities and enhance the well-being of their peoples.
團長卡拉司吉亞（Orlando Vladimir Carrasquilla Bonilla）議員代表訪團感謝韓院長及與會委員熱情接待，表示此行深刻感受到台灣人民的熱情友善，也見證台灣在半導體、人工智慧（AI）、體育及科技發展等領域的卓越成就；包括象徵台灣特色的珍珠奶茶，也讓訪團深刻感受到台巴之間深厚的情誼。他表示，台巴共享逾百年的友誼，雖然雙方官方關係曾面臨挑戰，但人民情誼始終不變，期待未來持續深化雙邊交流，在更多領域攜手合作。
Delegation leader Orlando Vladimir Carrasquilla Bonilla expressed gratitude on behalf of the delegation to President Han and the attending legislators for their warm hospitality. He noted that the delegation has felt the warmth and goodwill of the Taiwanese people and was very much impressed by Taiwan’s outstanding achievements in semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), sports, and technology. He added that enjoying Taiwan’s signature bubble tea offered the delegation a tangible sense of the strong connection between the two nations. He emphasized that while official bilateral relations have encountered challenges, people-to-people friendship has remained steadfast between Taiwan and Panama over the last century, and he looks forward to deeper bilateral exchanges and cooperation in more areas in the future.
希梅內斯（Medín Jiménez Pitti）議員表示，台巴逾百年的歷史情誼彌足珍貴，訪團返國後將積極推動成立巴拿馬國會友台小組，持續深化雙方國會交流。他指出，巴拿馬擁有豐富天然資源、巴拿馬運河及科隆自由貿易區等優勢，期待吸引更多台灣企業前往投資，共同促進經濟發展與人民福祉。對此，韓院長回應表示，若巴拿馬國會成立友台小組，也將鼓勵委員同步推動成立巴拿馬國會聯誼會，進一步強化雙方國會互動。
Medín Jiménez Pitti, member of the National Assembly of Panama, stressed that the century-old connection between Taiwan and Panama is invaluable. He affirmed that upon returning home, the delegation will facilitate the establishment of a pro-Taiwan caucus in the Panamanian National Assembly to deepen inter-parliamentary exchanges. He indicated that Panama’s abundant natural resources, the Panama Canal, and the Colón Free Trade Zone make the country an ideal destination for Taiwanese investment, which will drive economic growth and public well-being for both sides. In response, President Han stated that if and when the Panamanian National Assembly establishes a pro-Taiwan caucus, he would encourage legislators in Taiwan to launch a Taiwan-Panama inter-parliamentary friendship association to strengthen engagement between the two legislatures.
雙邊交流時，張嘉郡委員首先以西班牙語向訪賓致意，並介紹自己與蔡春綢委員皆來自台灣農業大縣雲林，期待未來與巴拿馬在農漁業、白蝦養殖及咖啡等產業深化交流，並表示如能共同推動成立國會聯誼組織，將有助持續深化台巴友誼與合作。
During the bilateral discussions, Legislator Chang first greeted the guests in Spanish, explaining that she and Legislator Tsai both represent Yunlin County, a major agricultural hub in Taiwan. She expressed hope for expanded exchanges between Taiwan and Panama in agriculture, fishery, white shrimp farming, and the coffee industry, adding that the establishment of parliamentary friendship groups on both sides would help deepen bilateral friendship and cooperation.
蔡春綢委員表示，巴拿馬與台灣皆熱愛棒球，雙方長期透過體育交流建立深厚情誼，也期待未來持續深化體育、教育及文化等領域合作。此外，巴拿馬咖啡與台灣雲林古坑咖啡各具特色，值得相互交流推廣；她並誠摯邀請訪賓未來再度來台，親身體驗台灣宗教文化，並致贈媽祖香火，祝福訪賓平安、友誼長存。
Legislator Tsai mentioned that Taiwan and Panama share a passion for baseball and a close bond has been formed through years of sports exchanges. She voiced hope that Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with Panama in areas such as sports, education, and culture. She further praised Panamanian coffee and Gukeng coffee from Yunlin, noting that both are unique and well worth promoting in each other’s markets. In closing, she cordially invited the guests to visit Taiwan again for its vibrant religious culture, and offered a blessing from the sea goddess Mazu to express her best wishes to the delegation for a safe journey home as well as for the two nations’ enduring friendship.
此次拜會歷時約80分鐘，氣氛熱絡友好，雙方並互贈紀念品、合影留念。訪團隨後亦參觀議場，為本日交流劃下圓滿句點。（2026/07/09）
The meeting lasted approximately 80 minutes, concluding on a warm and friendly note with an exchange of gifts and a group photo. Following the meeting, the delegation toured the legislative chamber, bringing the day’s exchanges to a successful close. (2026/07/09)
On the afternoon of July 9, President Daniel K.Y. Han (韓國瑜) of the Legislative Yuan received a seven-member cross-party delegation from the National Assembly of Panama. Also in attendance were KMT Legislator Dr. Alice Chang, TPP Legislator Tsai Chun-Chou, and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chen Ming-Chi.
韓院長首先熱烈歡迎訪團蒞臨立法院，並親自向訪賓介紹台灣著名的珍珠奶茶及愛文芒果，盼第一次到訪的訪賓，感受台灣的熱情與飲食文化。韓院長說明，中華民國立法院與巴拿馬國會均採單一國會制，巴拿馬國會共有71席議員，立法院則有113席立法委員，兩國國會皆肩負法律制定、預算審議、人事同意及監督政府等重要職責，在民主制度中扮演關鍵角色。
President Han started by warmly welcoming the delegation and inviting the guests to sample Taiwan’s famous bubble tea and Irwin mangoes, and expressed his hope that the members of the delegation visiting Taiwan for the first time would be able to personally experience Taiwan’s hospitality and its unique food culture. President Han noted that the Legislative Yuan of the Republic of China and the National Assembly of Panama both operate under a unicameral system, with 113 seats and 71 seats, respectively. He mentioned that both legislatures carry out important functions such as legislation, budget review, personnel approval, and government oversight, playing a crucial role in their democratic systems.
院長嗣引用著名聯句「最難風雨故人來」，感謝巴拿馬跨黨派國會議員於颱風即將到來之際仍專程訪問台灣，充分展現對台灣的重視與支持。他指出，台灣與巴拿馬擁有逾百年的深厚情誼，儘管近年雙方官方關係有所變化，但人民情誼與民主夥伴間的友誼歷久彌新。台灣每年自巴拿馬進口大量白蝦，占我國白蝦進口總量近四成，顯示雙方經貿往來仍具深厚基礎。他並表示，台灣在半導體、高品質醫療、中小企業及機能性紡織等領域均具世界級競爭力，期盼未來持續深化雙方在經貿、科技及產業等領域的合作，創造更多互惠互利的發展契機，增進兩國人民福祉。
He quoted a line from a famous Chinese couplet, “A visit from an old friend is most friendship when the storm is at its worst,” extending his gratitude to the Panamanian cross-party delegation of National Assembly members for visiting Taiwan despite the impending typhoon, a gesture highlighting their unwavering friendship and support for Taiwan. He pointed out that despite recent changes in the official relationship, Taiwan and Panama share a deep relationship spanning over a century, with the friendship between the peoples and the bond between the two democratic partners remaining as strong as ever. He stressed that Taiwan and Panama are close trading partners, as evidenced by the fact that Taiwan imports large quantities of white shrimp from Panama every year, accounting for nearly 40% of its total white shrimp imports. He remarked that Taiwan enjoys a global competitive edge in key sectors, including semiconductors, quality healthcare, SMEs, and functional textiles. He expressed hope that the two countries will expand cooperation in trade, technology, and industry to create mutually beneficial development opportunities and enhance the well-being of their peoples.
團長卡拉司吉亞（Orlando Vladimir Carrasquilla Bonilla）議員代表訪團感謝韓院長及與會委員熱情接待，表示此行深刻感受到台灣人民的熱情友善，也見證台灣在半導體、人工智慧（AI）、體育及科技發展等領域的卓越成就；包括象徵台灣特色的珍珠奶茶，也讓訪團深刻感受到台巴之間深厚的情誼。他表示，台巴共享逾百年的友誼，雖然雙方官方關係曾面臨挑戰，但人民情誼始終不變，期待未來持續深化雙邊交流，在更多領域攜手合作。
Delegation leader Orlando Vladimir Carrasquilla Bonilla expressed gratitude on behalf of the delegation to President Han and the attending legislators for their warm hospitality. He noted that the delegation has felt the warmth and goodwill of the Taiwanese people and was very much impressed by Taiwan’s outstanding achievements in semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), sports, and technology. He added that enjoying Taiwan’s signature bubble tea offered the delegation a tangible sense of the strong connection between the two nations. He emphasized that while official bilateral relations have encountered challenges, people-to-people friendship has remained steadfast between Taiwan and Panama over the last century, and he looks forward to deeper bilateral exchanges and cooperation in more areas in the future.
希梅內斯（Medín Jiménez Pitti）議員表示，台巴逾百年的歷史情誼彌足珍貴，訪團返國後將積極推動成立巴拿馬國會友台小組，持續深化雙方國會交流。他指出，巴拿馬擁有豐富天然資源、巴拿馬運河及科隆自由貿易區等優勢，期待吸引更多台灣企業前往投資，共同促進經濟發展與人民福祉。對此，韓院長回應表示，若巴拿馬國會成立友台小組，也將鼓勵委員同步推動成立巴拿馬國會聯誼會，進一步強化雙方國會互動。
Medín Jiménez Pitti, member of the National Assembly of Panama, stressed that the century-old connection between Taiwan and Panama is invaluable. He affirmed that upon returning home, the delegation will facilitate the establishment of a pro-Taiwan caucus in the Panamanian National Assembly to deepen inter-parliamentary exchanges. He indicated that Panama’s abundant natural resources, the Panama Canal, and the Colón Free Trade Zone make the country an ideal destination for Taiwanese investment, which will drive economic growth and public well-being for both sides. In response, President Han stated that if and when the Panamanian National Assembly establishes a pro-Taiwan caucus, he would encourage legislators in Taiwan to launch a Taiwan-Panama inter-parliamentary friendship association to strengthen engagement between the two legislatures.
雙邊交流時，張嘉郡委員首先以西班牙語向訪賓致意，並介紹自己與蔡春綢委員皆來自台灣農業大縣雲林，期待未來與巴拿馬在農漁業、白蝦養殖及咖啡等產業深化交流，並表示如能共同推動成立國會聯誼組織，將有助持續深化台巴友誼與合作。
During the bilateral discussions, Legislator Chang first greeted the guests in Spanish, explaining that she and Legislator Tsai both represent Yunlin County, a major agricultural hub in Taiwan. She expressed hope for expanded exchanges between Taiwan and Panama in agriculture, fishery, white shrimp farming, and the coffee industry, adding that the establishment of parliamentary friendship groups on both sides would help deepen bilateral friendship and cooperation.
蔡春綢委員表示，巴拿馬與台灣皆熱愛棒球，雙方長期透過體育交流建立深厚情誼，也期待未來持續深化體育、教育及文化等領域合作。此外，巴拿馬咖啡與台灣雲林古坑咖啡各具特色，值得相互交流推廣；她並誠摯邀請訪賓未來再度來台，親身體驗台灣宗教文化，並致贈媽祖香火，祝福訪賓平安、友誼長存。
Legislator Tsai mentioned that Taiwan and Panama share a passion for baseball and a close bond has been formed through years of sports exchanges. She voiced hope that Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with Panama in areas such as sports, education, and culture. She further praised Panamanian coffee and Gukeng coffee from Yunlin, noting that both are unique and well worth promoting in each other’s markets. In closing, she cordially invited the guests to visit Taiwan again for its vibrant religious culture, and offered a blessing from the sea goddess Mazu to express her best wishes to the delegation for a safe journey home as well as for the two nations’ enduring friendship.
此次拜會歷時約80分鐘，氣氛熱絡友好，雙方並互贈紀念品、合影留念。訪團隨後亦參觀議場，為本日交流劃下圓滿句點。（2026/07/09）
The meeting lasted approximately 80 minutes, concluding on a warm and friendly note with an exchange of gifts and a group photo. Following the meeting, the delegation toured the legislative chamber, bringing the day’s exchanges to a successful close. (2026/07/09)