On October 4, more than 350 guests, including Taiwanese community leaders, business representatives, and Australian officials, gathered at Fenglin Restaurant in Brisbane’s southside to celebrate the 114th Double Tenth National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
Distinguished guests included Director-General William Fan and Mrs. Fan of TECO Brisbane, Director Chun-Yung Hsu of the Taiwan Centre Queensland, National Day Organizing Committee Chairperson Ms. Fuling Lo, Vice Chairperson Ms. Chiou-Yen Chen, Commissioner Ms. Jui-Yun Hsu, as well as Ms. Chiung-Ying Lee, President of the Australian Chapter of the World Taiwanese Chambers of Women Entrepreneurs, who led the host team.
Australian officials in attendance included Senator Paul Scarr, MP Julie-Ann Campbell, State MPs Peter Russo, Leeanne Enoch, James Martin, Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner, Logan Mayor Jon Raven, and Queensland Police Acting Inspector Cindel Richardson.
In his remarks, Director-General Fan expressed deep gratitude to the organizing team and acknowledged the Taiwanese community’s tireless role in building bridges and promoting Taiwan’s values of democracy, peace, and prosperity worldwide. He emphasized that under President Lai Ching-te’s leadership, Taiwan will continue to work with international partners, including Australia, to seek meaningful participation in the UN, ICAO, CPTPP, and beyond.
The evening program featured energetic dance performances and beloved Taiwanese music, offering guests a vibrant taste of Taiwan’s rich cultural diversity. The warm atmosphere reflected both pride in Taiwan’s democratic achievements and the unity of the overseas Taiwanese community.
