In the early stages of the conflict, Taiwan shipped 27 tons of medical supplies to the Polish government’s Governmental Strategic Reserves Agency for distribution to Ukrainian people in need in both Poland and Ukraine. Since Russia mounted its invasion, Taiwan has supported Ukraine through a number of concrete actions. He added that Taiwan is willing to work in solidarity with Ukraine, showing humanitarian concern for and standing together with the people of Ukraine. He said that as like-minded and democratic partners, Taiwan and Ukraine are on the front line of resistance against authoritarian expansionism. Minister Wu emphasized that the direct assistance provided by Taiwan will alleviate the suffering of people within war-torn Ukraine.ĭuring the videoconference, Minister Wu said that Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine on February 24 has not only inflicted tremendous harm upon the people of Ukraine, but also gravely threatened the global order and democratic community. He also announced a donation of US$8 million from funds raised by the Taiwanese people to assist Ukraine, with US$3 million allocated to Kyiv and US$5 million to six Ukrainian medical institutions. He conveyed the Taiwanese people’s sincere concern and sympathies to the Ukrainian people for their suffering as a result of the ruthless military conflict. Minister of Foreign Affairs Jaushieh Joseph Wu held a videoconference with Vitali Klitschko, Mayor of the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, on April 22.
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