Radewagen’s response regarding Taiwan and Pacific Island nations

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Delegate Uifa’atali Amata Radewagen (R-A. Samoa), who serves in the House Foreign Affairs Committee, including as vice chairman of the Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific, as well as a co-chairman of the Pacific Islands Caucus, released the following statement:

“The peoples of the Pacific Islands value and support the right to self-determination and democratic elections, for themselves and their neighbors. I have a lifetime of ties and experience within the Pacific islands, and I’m confident that by far most leadership throughout the Pacific Islands fully supports a strong U.S. commitment in the region, and appreciates Taiwan’s role in our many economic and security partnerships that provide enduring regional stability, peace and prosperity. The Pacific Islands have a widespread desire to stand with the U.S. and our key allies, which includes our friendship to the people of Taiwan. I am certain that the decision by Nauru did not take our professional diplomats by surprise, and will be an exception in the Pacific Islands. Congratulations again to Taiwan president-elect Lai and vice president-elect Hsiao.” (PR)