Diplomatic Meeting Reinforces Enduring Friendship Between Saint Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan

United Nations, New York — On 8 July 2026, the longstanding partnership between Saint Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan was reaffirmed during a courtesy meeting between Her Excellency Ambassador Mutryce Williams, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations, and His Excellency Ambassador Tom Lee of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York.

The meeting underscored the shared commitment of both sides to strengthening bilateral cooperation and advancing common interests on the international stage.

The discussions provided an opportunity to exchange views on matters of mutual interest and reaffirm the importance of continued dialogue and collaboration. Ambassador Williams expressed appreciation for Taiwan’s enduring friendship and steadfast support for Saint Kitts and Nevis’ development priorities, particularly in sustainable development, healthcare, education, technology, and resilience-building.

She also reaffirmed the Federation’s support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organisations and platforms where its expertise and contributions can help advance shared global objectives.

Ambassador Lee expressed gratitude for the Federation’s consistent friendship and advocacy and reaffirmed Taiwan’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Saint Kitts and Nevis at both the bilateral and multilateral levels. Both Ambassadors emphasised the importance of continued collaboration on sustainable development, climate resilience, and issues of particular importance to Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

The meeting also recognised the valuable contributions of His Excellency Edward Tao, Taiwan’s Resident Ambassador to Saint Kitts and Nevis, and His Excellency Donya Francis, Saint Kitts and Nevis’ Ambassador to Taiwan.

Ambassador Williams and Ambassador Lee commended both Ambassadors for their exemplary service, professionalism, and dedication to strengthening the enduring partnership between the two countries through enhanced diplomatic engagement, development cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges.

Saint Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan continue to enjoy a close and enduring partnership founded on mutual respect, trust, shared democratic values, and a common commitment to sustainable development. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening this important relationship through continued dialogue, practical cooperation, and collaboration in support of regional and global priorities