Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I, too, would like to highlight my colleague Mr. Chong's birthday. Tanti auguri.
I would also like to thank the witnesses for being present.
I had the pleasure of joining the recent Canadian delegation to Taiwan last month. It's my second time, and once again I witnessed how strongly Taiwan embraces and shares with Canada the values of democracy, freedom, respect of the rule of law and cultural diversity. Just like we have done recently, the Taiwanese government invested in much effort to address past injustices towards indigenous communities, to create a safe and inclusive society, to protect the environment and to develop green energy. This governmental perspective and behaviour are certainly refreshing to see in the Asia-Pacific and create a counterbalance to some regimes whose values and approach can represent a clear contrast with our western values.
How do you see Canada's role in supporting Taiwan's place in the Asia-Pacific as a haven of democracy and freedom?