Press Release
Date 15/05/2025
The Co-Chairs of the British-Taiwanese All-Party Parliamentary Group, Sarah Champion MP and Lord Rogan, welcomed former President of Taiwan (ROC) Tsai Ing-wen to Parliament on Thursday.
The visit was organised by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) Taiwan. A cross-party group that aims to facilitate the bilateral relations of the United Kingdom and Taiwan, which includes the promotion of trade, mutual understanding and cultural associations between the two countries.
During the visit, members of the APPG Taiwan expressed their cross-party support for Taiwan and emphasised the need for Taiwan and the UK to work closer in enhancing democracy, resilience, peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond. Former President Tsai also shared her inspiring vision of global peace and solidarity.
Commenting, Sarah Champion MP, said:
“President Tsai Ing-wen’s visit represents a historic moment and a testament to the values of freedom and democracy that Taiwan and the UK share.
UK-Taiwan relations have made great strides in recent years. In particular, both sides signed the Enhanced Trade Partnership in 2023 and aim to conclude negotiations on priority pillars in 2025.
UK and Taiwan’s industry strengths complement each other, and there is great potential for Taiwan and the UK to enjoy wide-ranging economic and trade ties in fields such as semiconductors, AI, advanced manufacturing, and clean energy.
The Taiwan APPG will continue to promote stronger UK-Taiwan relations and looks forward to expanding and deepening the UK’s friendship and cooperation with the people of Taiwan.”