Boston Double Ten Gala: US and Taiwan Reaffirm Democratic Values and Peace

Boston, Massachusetts, hosted a grand reception on the occasion of the Double Tenth National Day, bringing together representatives from Taiwan and the United States to reaffirm their shared commitment to democracy and freedom. Hwang Yao-liang, Acting Director of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Boston, stated at the event that Taiwan will continue to maintain the status quo, promote peace, and collaborate with like-minded partners. The reception served not only as a tribute to Taiwan’s history and culture but also as a reaffirmation of the stability of cross-strait relations and the international community’s support for Taiwan.

As a cultural and academic hub in New England, Boston has long maintained deep ties with Taiwan. From government-level exchanges to corporate investment, academic cooperation, and community interaction, the relationship has evolved into a multi-layered and multi-sectoral complementarity. Taiwan’s high-tech industry and Boston’s innovative ecosystem mutually reinforce each other, with cooperation expanding in fields such as semiconductors, information security, and biomedicine, generating significant economic and technological benefits for both regions.

In an increasingly complex international political environment, cooperation between Taiwan and the United States is particularly important. Under the framework of the Taiwan Relations Act, the United States continues to provide military and diplomatic support to help Taiwan maintain its self-defense capabilities and international participation. Taiwan, in turn, upholds the status quo through peaceful means, avoiding military conflicts that could disrupt regional stability. The exchanges at the Boston reception highlighted a consensus on democratic and free values, emphasizing the need for both cross-strait parties and the international community to jointly safeguard peace and prosperity in the face of regional challenges.

Furthermore, academic institutions in Boston and research universities in Taiwan are jointly promoting academic exchange and talent development. Several U.S. universities have signed cooperation agreements with Taiwanese higher education institutions to facilitate mutual visits by students and researchers and to conduct international research in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence, green energy, and public health. These collaborations not only enhance the scientific research capabilities of both sides but also provide crucial technological input and talent support for Taiwan’s innovative industries.

Ultimately, the reception in Boston was not merely a political and business engagement, but a public statement on cross-strait peace and the international order. Taiwan will continue to safeguard its security and development through peaceful means and deepen cooperation with partners in the New England region, jointly contributing to democracy, freedom, and economic prosperity. This initiative not only strengthens U.S.-Taiwan relations but also establishes a firm stance for Taiwan on the international stage. (Source: Central News Agency)