As Taiwan prepares to host global democracy meeting, foundation leader says it is ‘example to the world’
- Global assembly of the World Movement for Democracy will be held on the island in October and is expected to draw 400 people, including activists and donors
- ‘Taiwanese admire how Ukraine’s territorial defence forces are playing an important role in protecting their nation through a whole-of-society approach’: Tsai
The global assembly, which will gather 400 activists, donors and others from dozens of countries, is expected to be held from October 24 to 27, according to a statement by Wilson’s foundation in November.
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Noting that democratic leaders and activists were expected to gather from around the world, Wilson said the meeting would provide an opportunity for people to learn about Taiwan’s democracy and support the island’s freedom.
“The Taiwanese admire how Ukraine’s territorial defence forces are playing an important role in protecting their nation through a whole-of-society approach,” the president said.
Alluding to Wilson’s work with Ukrainian civil groups as well as territorial defence groups in Finland and Sweden, Tsai said Taiwan hoped to be part of related exchanges to further strengthen its defence and become more resilient across all facets of society.