MOFA response to inappropriate remarks by China regarding Foreign Minister Lin’s visit to Poland

October 1, 2025

The Republic of China (Taiwan) and the People's Republic of China exist on equal footing, and neither is subordinate to the other. This objective fact and status quo is recognized by the international community and is a steadfast consensus of the Taiwanese people. As a member of the global community, Taiwan has the right to interact and conduct exchanges with other like-minded countries.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung was invited to deliver a speech at the Warsaw Security Forum in Poland, making him the first foreign minister of the ROC (Taiwan) to speak publicly in Warsaw. This highlighted Taiwan's indispensable role in regional security and its status as a trustworthy partner.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that Taiwan-as an irreplaceable member of the international community-will continue to engage with like-minded nations through mutual visits and exchanges and steadily advance cooperation in numerous domains based on the shared values of democracy, freedom, and human rights. China has no say in the matter and no right to interfere in the sovereign actions of other countries. China's reckless behavior underscores its hegemonic mindset.