Staff writer, with CNALegislative Speaker Su Jia-chyuan (蘇嘉全) yesterday met with retiring American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Chairman Raymond Burghardt, who is visiting Taiwan. Su said he hoped Burghardt would see Taiwan as his second home and continue to help Taiwan participate in international affairs after his retirement. Washington views Taiwan with respect and has urged Beijing to treat Taiwan with respect as well, he added. This is Burghardt’s 20th visit to Taiwan since he took office in February 2006 and his last as chairman, according to the AIT. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Burghardt has been committed to promoting Taiwan-US relations since becoming AIT chairman.

Source: Taipei Times September 12, 2016 16:02 UTC