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Chen Chien-jen arrives in Rome for pope’s funeral
Taiwan’s former Vice President Chen Chien-jen arrives in Rome to honor Pope Francis at his funeral. Global leaders, including Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, will attend.2025/04/25 16:15 -
Taiwan-Vatican ties highlighted as Chen departs
Former Vice President Chen Chien-jen, appointed as Taiwan’s envoy, attends Pope Francis’ funeral, emphasizing Taiwan-Vatican ties and global peace.2025/04/25 10:03 -
Taiwan sends former VP as envoy to Pope Francis’ funeral
Taiwan’s MOFA announced President Lai Ching-te appointed former Vice President Chen Chien-jen as a special envoy to attend Pope Francis’ funeral on April 26. Chen’s deep connection with the Pope underscores Taiwan’s commitment to strong Vatican ties and religious freedom.2025/04/23 16:00 -
Taiwan president honors Pope Francis amid funeral plans
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te honored Pope Francis at Taipei’s Catholic Archdiocese. The Vatican, Taiwan’s sole European ally, announced the pope’s death at 88.2025/04/23 11:36 -
Pope’s death reignites Vatican-China-Taiwan complexities
China criticizes the Vatican’s ties with Taiwan, citing the "One China" principle, following Pope Francis’s death. The ministry seeks improved Sino-Vatican relations.2025/04/22 17:11 -
Taiwan to send delegation to Pope Francis funeral
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to send officials to Pope Francis’ funeral, honoring ties with the Vatican. President Lai orders flags at half-staff.2025/04/22 14:48 -
Taiwan to send delegation to papal funeral ceremonies
Taiwan mourns Pope Francis’s passing, with President Lai Ching-te expressing condolences. Taiwan plans to send officials to the funeral, highlighting strong ties with the Vatican.2025/04/21 17:45