US Congressional Delegation Arrives in Taiwan for National Day Celebration

TAIPEI, Taiwan—A U.S. congressional delegation has arrived in Taiwan to meet with senior Taiwanese officials and participate in the island’s National Day celebrations on Oct. 10.
Rep. Debbie Lesko (R-Ariz.) led the delegation, which arrived in Taiwan on Oct. 6 for a six-day visit, according to a press release from Taiwan’s foreign ministry. Lesko is joined by Reps. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) and Carol Miller (R-W.Va.).
Their trip “demonstrates the U.S. Congress’ firm support for Taiwan and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait,” the ministry said.
The three lawmakers are scheduled to meet Taiwan Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim, who was the island’s top representative to the United States from July 2020 to November 2023….