Key Facts
• November 9: Former Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen arrived in Berlin.
• Taiwan and major European nations, including Germany, lack formal diplomatic ties.
• Tsai emphasized Taiwan’s role in defending democracy against China’s threats.
• Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim also recently visited Europe, intensifying diplomatic efforts.
• November 10: Tsai attended a symposium with human rights activists and politicians.
• Tsai highlighted China’s military exercises as a threat to Taiwan’s democracy.
• She warned that other nations could face similar challenges in the future.
Summary
Former Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen visited Berlin on November 9, urging European nations to strengthen cooperation with Taiwan. Despite the absence of formal diplomatic ties, Tsai emphasized Taiwan’s critical role in defending democracy against China’s growing threats, including military exercises. She participated in a November 10 symposium with human rights activists and politicians, warning that other countries could face similar challenges. This visit follows Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim’s recent European tour, signaling Taiwan’s intensified diplomatic efforts.
