Last Updated on October 17, 2026, 10:39 PM AST by Anthony Morris
The Cultural Ambassadors of St. Kitts and Nevis along with visiting groups First Federal Brotherhood Drummers and Okolo Tegremantine Arts Theatre, Marcia Jeffers, and the Taiwan Youth Ambassadors performed in Taiwan. The representatives of St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan celebrated two significant milestones for both the countries.
One of the events commemorated by the performances was the 43rd Anniversary of Independence of St. Kitts and Nevis. At the same time, the representatives of St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan also commemorated 43 years of the federation’s diplomatic relations with the Republic of China (Taiwan).
The celebration focussed on the 2026 Independence Day theme
The authorities reflected on this year’s Independence theme, “One People, One Vision, Endless Possibility: Independence 43, St. Kitts and Nevis’ Resident Ambassador in Taipei, Donya L. Francis in remarks noted: “Together, we can pave the way for progress, innovation, and a sustainable, brighter tomorrow for generations to come.”
Speaking on the 43 years of diplomatic relations, celebrated under the theme, “Growing in Strength, Resilience and Sustainability at 43,” Ambassador Francis emphasized:
“Our friendship is not measured simply by the years we have stood together, but by the lives we have improved, the challenges we have overcome, and the future we continue to build.”
The Ambassador further reaffirmed St. Kitts and Nevis’ unwavering support for Taiwan’s international participation, declaring: “Our partnership demonstrates that Taiwan can help, Taiwan is helping, and Taiwan can lead.”
Ambassador Jose Han, who served as the Director General of the Department of Latin American and Caribbean Affairs at Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, highlighted the strong mutual understanding and cooperation between both nations and expressed appreciation for the Federation’s continued friendship and support.
Ambassador Francis has extended a “heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this celebration,” and expressed special appreciation to Mr. Po-tung Chen, Chief of Tianshou Village, for his continued support of the Embassy’s initiatives.have showcased the members of the
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