Jan Paternotte
Jan Paternotte is a Dutch politician and member of the D66 party (Democrats 66), serving as a member of the House of Representatives in the Netherlands since 2017. He is known for his advocacy on issues related to democracy, civil rights, and international cooperation. Paternotte has played a significant role in the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC), where he serves as a co-chair, focusing on strengthening ties among democracies to counter authoritarian influences, particularly from China. His recent involvement in a joint statement with the US House Select Committee on China underscores his commitment to defending democratic values and promoting unity among global democracies in the face of rising authoritarianism.
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Taiwan:
Few statements have captured the Dutch commitment to Taiwan as vividly as those of Jan Paternotte, former parliamentary leader of the D66.
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Taiwan:
Jan Paternotte introduced a motion in the Dutch parliament calling for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.
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Suriname:
Jan Paternotte is a representative of D66 who advocated for easing visa requirements for Surinamese citizens in the Dutch parliament.
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Taiwan:
Jan Paternotte, another IPAC cochair, emphasized the importance of transatlantic lawmakers in defending freedom.
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