Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung Awards Diplomatic Medal to French MP

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung awarded the 'Friendship Medal of Diplomacy' to Marie-Noëlle Battistel, chair of the France-Taiwan Parliamentary Friendship Group, in recognition of her long-term efforts to promote Taiwan-France relations. Battistel expressed her admiration for Taiwan's resilience and commitment to democratic values. For over a decade, she has actively supported Taiwan's participation in international organizations and spoken out against pressure from China. Minister Lin highlighted that Taiwan-France relations are closer than ever, citing France's public support for Taiwan's international participation and its commitment to peace in the Taiwan Strait.