President Lai Ching-te used social media to extend his congratulations to Donald Trump upon his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.

President Lai Ching-te today said that he hoped Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu and his cross-party delegation would be able to facilitate exchange between Taiwan and the US and strengthen bilateral ties.

As Donald Trump moves into the White House for the second time, nothing is certain. But Taiwan should be prepared to devote considerable effort and resources to demonstrate its resolve and to maintain smooth and productive relations with the new US administration.

By Darryl Lupton

President Lai Ching-te is condemning the shooting at a campaign rally for Donald Trump in the run-up to the 2024 US election.

Taiwan's foreign ministry is keeping a close watch on US President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks.

President Lai Ching-te has congratulated Donald Trump on his presidential election victory.