LIMA: Taiwan’s crucial role in the global supply chain, particularly within the tech sector, has transformed global perceptions of the nation’s significance, according to Taiwan’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) envoy, Lin Hsin-i. Speaking at a news conference in Lima, Peru, Lin underscored Taiwan’s indispensable position, especially in high-tech and semiconductor sectors.

According to Focus Taiwan, Lin, who represented President Lai Ching-te at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting, highlighted the shift in the global economic landscape over the past two decades from prioritizing economic prosperity to emphasizing economic security. During the summit, Lin emphasized Taiwan’s contributions, including efforts in the “2023 food safety road map and action plans” aimed at reducing food waste and utilizing telemedicine and AI-based health projects for disease prevention.

Lin engaged in formal and informal discussions with several government leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden and Thai Prime Ministe
r Paetongtarn Shinawatra, regarding collaboration on issues such as energy, inflation, food security, and supply chain resilience. Before the news conference, Lin and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba explored potential cooperation in semiconductors, AI, and disaster prevention, as well as Taiwan’s bid to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) trade pact.

Despite not having direct interaction with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the summit, Lin addressed media reports about China’s influence on Peru regarding Taiwan’s CPTPP bid. He emphasized Taiwan’s capability and strength in securing membership in international organizations, citing its successful World Trade Organization membership with support from various countries.

In a statement from Taipei, the Presidential Office acknowledged Lin’s effective communication of Taiwan’s message during the summit. Lin, who served as vice premier from 2002 to 2004, is now a senior presidential advisor and chairma
n of Taiwania Capital Management Corp. Taiwan’s participation in APEC summits is limited due to China’s stance, and although Taiwan is a full member, its presidents cannot attend. It was announced that South Korea will host the summit in 2025 and China in 2026, with Taiwan yet to serve as a host.

LIMA: Taiwan’s crucial role in the global supply chain, particularly within the tech sector, has transformed global perceptions of the nation’s significance, according to Taiwan’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) envoy, Lin Hsin-i. Speaking at a news conference in Lima, Peru, Lin underscored Taiwan’s indispensable position, especially in high-tech and semiconductor sectors.

According to Focus Taiwan, Lin, who represented President Lai Ching-te at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting, highlighted the shift in the global economic landscape over the past two decades from prioritizing economic prosperity to emphasizing economic security. During the summit, Lin emphasized Taiwan’s contributions, including efforts in the “2023 food safety road map and action plans” aimed at reducing food waste and utilizing telemedicine and AI-based health projects for disease prevention.

Lin engaged in formal and informal discussions with several government leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden and Thai Prime Ministe
r Paetongtarn Shinawatra, regarding collaboration on issues such as energy, inflation, food security, and supply chain resilience. Before the news conference, Lin and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba explored potential cooperation in semiconductors, AI, and disaster prevention, as well as Taiwan’s bid to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) trade pact.

Despite not having direct interaction with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the summit, Lin addressed media reports about China’s influence on Peru regarding Taiwan’s CPTPP bid. He emphasized Taiwan’s capability and strength in securing membership in international organizations, citing its successful World Trade Organization membership with support from various countries.

In a statement from Taipei, the Presidential Office acknowledged Lin’s effective communication of Taiwan’s message during the summit. Lin, who served as vice premier from 2002 to 2004, is now a senior presidential advisor and chairma
n of Taiwania Capital Management Corp. Taiwan’s participation in APEC summits is limited due to China’s stance, and although Taiwan is a full member, its presidents cannot attend. It was announced that South Korea will host the summit in 2025 and China in 2026, with Taiwan yet to serve as a host.