Hsiao Kuang-wei

Hsiao Kuang-wei

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Hsiao Kuang-wei is a spokesperson for Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, known for articulating the government's positions and concerns on international matters, including expressing Taiwan's sentiments regarding Pope Francis' health.

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Hsiao Kuang-wei is the spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Taiwan.

Taipei, Vilnius suspend plan due to new coalition
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-06-23
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Hsiao Kuang-wei is the Ministry spokesman who stated that the government would protect the rights and interests of Taiwan’s fishing crews.

MOFA calls on Japan, Phillipines to respect EEZs
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-06-02
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Minoru Kihara
Minoru Kihara

Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei spoke about the assistance provided to Taiwanese nationals.

MOFA condemns Iran’s ‘indiscriminate’ attacks
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-03-03
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Francois Wu
Francois Wu

Hsiao Kuang-wei is the spokesman for Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs who commented on Ruginiene's remarks.

Lithuania’s Taiwan policy unclear - Taipei Times
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-03-03
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Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei said that Taiwan’s consular protection rights must not be reduced to a tool for political manipulation.

MOFA tells China not to ‘meddle’ in evacuations
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-03-01
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Ali Khamenei
Chen Yun
Chen Yun

Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei said there has been no discussion about changing the office’s name.

Vilnius seeks to harness Taiwan potential
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-20
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Hsiao Kuang-wei is the spokesman for Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Ministry seeking Honduras relations - Taipei Times
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-12
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Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei told a regular news conference in Taipei about the importance of Taiwan and Lithuania's partnership.

No name change for Taiwan’s Lithuania office: MOFA
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-10
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Inga Ruginiene
Inga Ruginiene

Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei warned the public about the risks of scams abroad.

MOFA warns on getting involved in scams abroad
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-04
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Ministry spokesperson Hsiao Kuang-wei said Chen's travel restriction was formally lifted on Jan. 8.

Taiwanese man wrongly detained in Abu Dhabi returns home
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-01-20
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei commented on the departure of two ruling party lawmakers.

President Lai thanks Canada for its support
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-01-13
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Hsiao Kuang-wei is the spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Taiwan.

MOFA raises Iran travel advisory
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-01-13
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei spoke at a news conference in Taipei.

MOFA denies ‘dollar diplomacy’ claim
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-17
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Hsiao Kuang-wei, a spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, called on Chinese to abide by international norms of etiquette.

Chinese staffers try to disrupt award ceremony
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-17
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Hsiao Kuang-wei, a spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, called on Chinese to abide by international norms of etiquette.

Taichung tea maker claims award in France amid Chinese diplomat outburst
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-16
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei spoke at a news conference about Wang’s remarks.

China repeating lie will not make truth: ministry
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-09
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Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei said there were no reports of Taiwanese being injured or trapped in the quake.

Japan earthquake injures at least 33
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-09
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei spoke at a news conference in Taipei this morning.

Lai sends condolences after magnitude 7.5 quake strikes Japan
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-09
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Hsiao Kuang-wei stated that the government is open to restoring diplomatic ties with Honduras.

EDITORIAL: Welcoming the prodigal ally home
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-03
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MOFA spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei said that the ministry maintains 'an open attitude' and would 'set no preconditions' to engaging in friendly exchanges with Honduras.

Taiwan open to restoring ties with Honduras: MOFA
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-02
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Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei told a news conference that communication channels between the US and Taiwan remain smooth.

‘Reunification’ not an option: premier
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-11-25
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Taiwan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hsiao Kuang-wei criticized China's distortion of historical facts.

With calls to Xi and Takaichi, Trump wades into Japan-China spat over Taiwan
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2025-11-25
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Hsiao Kuang-wei, a spokesman for Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, commented on the call without directly addressing it.

Xi discussed Taiwan issue in latest call with Trump: experts
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-11-25
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Hsiao called on the international community to remain highly vigilant and to jointly counter China’s attempts.

China ‘misinterprets’ WWII documents during Trump call: MOFA
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-11-25
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei told a separate briefing in Taipei today that Beijing's narrative on World War Two was 'completely false and untrue'.

‘Return’ to China not an option for Taiwan’s people: premier
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-11-25
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Hsiao Kuang-wei made remarks in response to a reporter’s comment on changes in relations between Japan and China over the Taiwan issue.

Taiwan is not the ‘problem’: ministry
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-11-18
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MOFA spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei stated that Taipei is in close communication with Washington.

Ministry touts US ties after Taiwan not mentioned
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-10-30
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Hsiao Kuang-wei, a MOFA spokesperson, announced the recognition of Taiwan-issued driving permits in Austria.

Austria resumes recognition of Taiwan-issued driving permit
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-10-25
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Lin Chia Lung

Hsiao Kuang-wei, the MOFA spokesman, stated that it is natural and necessary for democratic countries to support and help each other.

Democracies should build secure supply chains, MOFA says
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-10-21
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Lin Chia Lung
Lin Chia Lung

Ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei said US President Donald Trump on Wednesday last week announced that Israel and Hamas had reached a first-phase ceasefire deal to end their war in Gaza.

MOFA welcomes Middle East ceasefire agreement
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-10-14
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