TAIPEI (TVBS News) — President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) met Tuesday (July 22) with the visiting delegation of the European Parliament's Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield (EUDS) at the Office of the President. He announced Taiwan's establishment of the Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee (全社會防衛韌性委員會) to combat misinformation and gray zone threats.
President Lai welcomed the European Parliament's decision to send an official delegation to Taiwan, highlighting the significance of the EUDS's first visit to Asia. He emphasized this move as testament to the close and deepening ties between Taiwan and Europe. Both Taiwan and the EU share democratic values while facing challenges from information interference and external infiltration aimed at undermining democratic confidence.
The president stressed the integration of domestic, defense, diplomatic, cybersecurity and civilian efforts through the new committee to bolster Taiwan's societal resilience against various threats. He expressed Taiwan's willingness to share experiences with Europe, aiming to enhance cooperation in cybersecurity, media literacy and societal resilience. Lai reiterated Taiwan's position on the frontline of global democracy.
Nathalie Loiseau, chair of the EUDS, noted that the visiting delegation comprises members from different countries and political parties, all supportive of Taiwan. She expressed hopes for strengthening Taiwan-Europe relations while highlighting external threats both regions face, including information manipulation and cyberattacks. Loiseau affirmed the European Parliament's continued support for EU-Taiwan relations.
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) met Tuesday (July 22) with the visiting delegation of the European Parliament's Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield (EUDS) at the Office of the President. He announced Taiwan's establishment of the Whole-of-Society Defense Resilience Committee (全社會防衛韌性委員會) to combat misinformation and gray zone threats.
President Lai welcomed the European Parliament's decision to send an official delegation to Taiwan, highlighting the significance of the EUDS's first visit to Asia. He emphasized this move as testament to the close and deepening ties between Taiwan and Europe. Both Taiwan and the EU share democratic values while facing challenges from information interference and external infiltration aimed at undermining democratic confidence.
The president stressed the integration of domestic, defense, diplomatic, cybersecurity and civilian efforts through the new committee to bolster Taiwan's societal resilience against various threats. He expressed Taiwan's willingness to share experiences with Europe, aiming to enhance cooperation in cybersecurity, media literacy and societal resilience. Lai reiterated Taiwan's position on the frontline of global democracy.
The meeting underscores the growing international focus on Taiwan's strategic role in defending democratic values, with potential for further collaboration in resilience-building efforts.