Taiwan makes history at Biden inauguration
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Ateet Sharma ( IANS)
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Fri, Jan 22 2021 12:12 IST
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New Delhi, Jan 22 : History was made at the US presidential inauguration last night and it wasn't just about an outgoing President not attending the ceremony for the first time in 152 years. As Hsiao Bi-khim entered the Capitol building, Taiwan was represented in an official capacity at the US presidential inauguration for the first time since 1979, the year which saw a break in diplomatic relations between Washington and Taipei.
"Honoured to represent the people and government of Taiwan here at the inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris. Democracy is our common language and freedom is our common objective. I look forward to working with the next US administration in advancing our common values and interests," Hsiao said in a video message posted on Twitter while standing in front of the West Front.