The following Press Release was issued by the Embassy of the Republic of China (TAIWAN)
The 2015 Youth Ambassadors delegation from the Republic of China (Taiwan) is scheduled to visit Saint Lucia from 5th to 9th September, 2015. The twenty-member delegation includes 16 college students from music, dancing, performing arts, and other fields, one professor from performing arts and is led by Director General Mr. Chen, Bor-Show of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China(Taiwan).
The 16 college students were selected following a comprehensive process and undergone rigorous training. Each member is honored to serve as a Youth Ambassador and confident that he or she will make meaningful contributions to international youth cultural exchanges.
They will conduct a stage performance that combine dance, music, and Mandarin language themes, so as to introduce Taiwan to St. Lucia People. The performance entitled Energetic New Taiwan is divided into 12 acts and focuses on six main aspects: natural environment, LOHAS (Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability), cultural heritage, cuisine, cultural creativity, and warmth, is scheduled to be held at National Cultural Centre from 7 p.m. to 830 p.m. on 7th September, 2015. The Program is open to public .
During their visit, the delegation will also meet with government officials and the students of Sir Arthur Lewis Community College in the theme of culture exchange of two countries.
The Republic of China (Taiwan) has conducted the International Youth Ambassadors Exchange Program since 2009. Based on the experiences and results of the overseas trips made by Youth Ambassadors over the past six years, the program this year has been designed to ensure continued innovation, while also retaining successful elements of previous years.
This program, which allows talented Taiwanese youth to participate in international affairs and broaden their horizons, has increased understanding of our country’s development among various sectors of the host countries. In addition, through a wide array of exchanges and interactions, the Youth Ambassadors have demonstrated Taiwan’s important role on the international stage as a provider of humanitarian aid, promoter of cultural exchanges, and standard bearer of Chinese culture.
To further enhance the outcome of the program, the theme for the 2015 delegation is “Youth from Taiwan, Compassion for All.” The goal is to not only highlight the vitality and kindness of Taiwanese youth, but also reiterate their commitment to issues of global concern such as humanitarian aid and sustainable development.