Taiwan seeks inclusion in International Civil Aviation meetings

Taiwan has also called on the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to include it in its forthcoming conference. Taiwan Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung, in a statement yesterday, argued that the country is a key player and an indispensable partner in the Indo-Pacific region, working toward global peace, stability, and prosperity. According to Lin, […]

Taiwan has also called on the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to include it in its forthcoming conference.

Taiwan Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung, in a statement yesterday, argued that the country is a key player and an indispensable partner in the Indo-Pacific region, working toward global peace, stability, and prosperity.

According to Lin, Taiwan stands on the front line of the Indo-Pacific’s first island chain, defending democracy and freedom from authoritarian expansionism.

Despite its long-term absence from the ICAO, the Minister of Transportation Chen Shih-kai, said Taiwan remains committed to ensuring aviation safety, efficiency and sustainable development of the global aviation sector.

Chen, in a statement, asserted that for decades, the Taiwan civil aviation authorities have mandated and upheld the highest standards of service and safety while meeting ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices.

“As a stakeholder in the international aviation community, Taiwan shares in the responsibility   to safeguard regional and global aviation safety through participation in ICAO meetings. Taiwan will be able to continue to work with other coun,” Chen said.

As ICAO is set to convene its 42nd Assembly with the theme “Safe Skies, Sustainable Future,” Taiwan called on the organisation to bring it into the fold.

“With meaningful participation, Taiwan can contribute its professional expertise in pursuit of ICAO’s vision of safer skies and a more sustainable future.

“Taiwan’s CAA is committed to working with the international community to implement the Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS).”

The minister noted that the world today faces mounting uncertainties and challenges—from prolonged conflicts and democratic backsliding to economic coercion and disinformation campaigns.

“In this fragile global environment, peace cannot be taken for granted. Democracies must unite to bolster resilience and safeguard our cherished values and way of life.

“Taiwan is a key player and an indispensable partner in the Indo-Pacific region, working toward global peace, stability, and prosperity. It stands on the front line of the Indo-Pacific’s first island chain, defending democracy and freedom from authoritarian expansionism.

Taiwan also contributes significantly to stability and prosperity through its robust economy and semiconductor ecosystem. As the 21st-largest economy, Taiwan leads in artificial intelligence and semiconductors—producing over 60 percent of the world’s chips and 90 percent of its most advanced ones. This economic strength fuels global growth and makes Taiwan an indispensable partner for global development in various fields.

“Taiwan is determined to defend democratic values, both at home and abroad. President Lai Ching-te launched the Four Pillars of Peace action plan last year, which commits to raising Taiwan’s defence spending and boosting whole-of-society resilience. Taiwan does not seek conflict with China and will not provoke it. In fact, Taiwan is urging Beijing to resume dialogue on the basis of parity and dignity.”

Chen, in a statement, asserted that for decades, the Taiwan civil aviation authorities have mandated and upheld the highest standards of service and safety while meeting ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices.

“As a stakeholder in the international aviation community, Taiwan shares in the responsibility   to safeguard regional and global aviation safety through participation in ICAO meetings. Taiwan will be able to continue to work with other coun,” Chen said.

As ICAO is set to convene its 42nd Assembly with the theme “Safe Skies, Sustainable Future,” Taiwan called on organisation to bring it into the fold.