Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2017-11-06

Taiwan’s representative to the upcoming APEC forum, James Soong, held a press

(CNA)

conference on Monday ahead of his departure on Tuesday.

President Tsai Ing-wen has appointed the People First Party chairperson to attend the summit on her behalf. That’s due to pressure from China, which prevents Taiwan’s president from attending the event. Soong spoke on Monday about the president’s advice ahead of his trip.

“The president made a point of suggesting that we interact with world leaders in a natural way, and to be frank in sharing our opinions. The government has arranged for one-on-one meetings with leaders from other countries,” said Soong.     [FULL  STORY]