Lee Yi-yang
TaiwanpoliticianMale7.3Global Dominance: 0.01%Lee Yi-yang is the Representative of the Taiwan Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan, who has been vocal about Taiwan's sovereignty and cultural identity. In the wake of China's interference in the Tokyo International Choir Competition, he expressed strong condemnation of the actions taken against Taiwanese participants and emphasized Taiwan's distinct identity and international presence, reinforcing support for the Taiwanese community in Japan.
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Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang said he declined to attend the event, because the seat placement deliberately diminished Taiwan’s status and dignity.
Taipei protests ‘snub’ at Japan memorialTaiwan· 2026-08-09
The Taiwanese delegation to the ceremony was led by Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang, who emphasized the need to learn from the consequences of war.
Hiroshima marks bombing anniversary - Taipei TimesTaiwan· 2026-08-07
Lee Yi-yang led a Taiwanese delegation at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony.
Taiwan delegation attends annual Hiroshima bombing memorialTaiwan· 2026-08-06
Lee Yi-yang is the representative to Japan who discussed the collaboration between Japan’s Shinkansen technology and Taiwan.
First N700ST bullet trains to start service next yearTaiwan· 2026-08-03
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang pledged ￥2.5 million to support the relief efforts.
Officials at HSR meeting in Japan pledge quake relief supportTaiwan· 2026-07-29
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang said that the representative office’s Fukuoka branch had contacted local Taiwanese businesspeople.
Japan thanks Lai for quake concernTaiwan· 2026-07-29
Lee Yi-yang is Taiwan’s Representative to Japan and witnessed the signing of the letter of intent.
Taiwan, Japan to cooperate in drone supply chainTaiwan· 2026-07-19
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang extended his congratulations, emphasizing the importance of Taiwanese works.
Artists win gold, bronze at world manga contestTaiwan· 2026-06-03
Cho was spotted at the Tokyo Dome with Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang.
Premier Cho makes surprise visit to Japan for WBCTaiwan· 2026-03-07
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang believes Taiwan-Japan relations would continue to grow under Takaichi’s leadership.
Lai congratulates Takaichi on victoryTaiwan· 2026-02-09
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang expressed confidence that Taiwan-Japan relations would continue to grow under Takaichi's leadership.
Lai congratulates Takaichi, LDP on victoryTaiwan· 2026-02-09Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang congratulated Japan for setting up the hub and thanked Katayama for bringing up Taiwan.
WHO head speaks of closer health ties with TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-09
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang thanked the Japanese public for distinguishing between Taiwanese and Chinese.
Nearly 75 percent of Japanese feel close to Taiwan: envoyTaiwan· 2025-12-01Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang thanked the Japanese public for understanding the differences between Taiwanese and Chinese people.
Taiwan’s envoy thanks Japan for recognizing Taiwan-China differencesTaiwan· 2025-11-29
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang urged Taiwanese to support Japan by purchasing Japanese agricultural products.
Lawmakers urge public to buy Japanese goodsTaiwan· 2025-11-21
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang quoted Takaichi as saying that peace and stability of the Taiwan Strait is closely linked to the entire region’s security.
Stability in the Strait important, summit saysTaiwan· 2025-11-05Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang spoke at a National Day event in Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture.
Envoy touts deepening relations with Japan prefectureTaiwan· 2025-10-26Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang offered his congratulations, citing the historical significance of Takaichi’s election.
Lai congratulates Takaichi on election as Japan PMTaiwan· 2025-10-22Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang said that Taiwan was the first Asian country to recognize same-sex marriage.
Taiwan Book Fair in Japan spotlights gender cultureTaiwan· 2025-10-07
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang quoted an old saying about friendship in need on social media.
Japanese PM offers condolences to typhoon victimsTaiwan· 2025-09-25
Lee Yi-yang is a representative to Japan from the KMT.
KMT sends Taiwan’s largest-ever legislative delegation to TokyoTaiwan· 2025-09-04
Representative to Japan Lee Yi-yang accused Beijing of interference after Taiwan’s official delegation was assigned seating in the 'international non-governmental organizations' area.
Official blames China for seating arrangementTaiwan· 2025-08-10
Lee Yi-yang led a delegation to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony, marking Taiwan's first official participation.
Taiwanese group attends Hiroshima eventTaiwan· 2025-08-06
Lee Yi-yang, Representative to Japan, discussed the negative views of China held by the Japanese public.
Taiwan condemns China choir interference in TokyoTaiwan· 2025-07-27