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Author: Radio Taiwan International
Published Date: 2017-08-28
Published Date: 2017-08-28
Taiwan’s Vice President Chen Chien-jen says he hopes that the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) will soon take effect, with efforts made by Japan. Chen was speaking Monday while meeting with a former Japanese lawmaker.
With the United States withdrawing from the regional trade block in January, Chen said Japan’s leadership role is now crucial for the trade deal’s future. Chen also thanked Japan for supporting Taiwan’s bid to join the TPP.
The vice president said Taiwan is hoping to sign an economic partnership agreement with Japan and strengthen cooperation in the areas of trade, culture, education, science, and technology.