Taiwan Returns to Pacific Islands Forum Events After Being Shut Out in 2025
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung will attend a Forum Secretariat-hosted dialogue and meet Palau leaders during the Aug. 30–Sept. 4 regional gathering.
TL;DR
- Taiwan will participate in Pacific Islands Forum-related events in Palau.
- Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung is scheduled to attend events starting Aug. 27.
- Taiwan was excluded from last year's gathering in the Solomon Islands.
- The Forum Secretary General stated Taiwan is an important development partner.
- Taiwan is not a dialogue partner but engages with forum members.