Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2017-10-03

The foreign ministry says that five of Taiwan’s diplomatic allies are expected to send officials to attend this year’s National Day celebrations.

Taiwan, officially called the Republic of China, celebrates its National Day on October 10.

A ministry spokesperson said Tuesday that Tuvalu, Swaziland, Honduras, Paraguay, and Saint Lucia will send representatives. Tuvalu will be represented by its prime minister, Enele Sopoaga.

Meanwhile, the ministry says that around 3,500-4,000 of those who received official invitations are expected to attend this year’s National Day events.    [FULL  STORY]