Her travel blog, Israel Mega, not only shares testimonies about the Holocaust, it also features Israel-related content for the Taiwanese people – content on culture, history, religion, and society.Įach year, we gather here to remember those who perished in the Holocaust, as well as the suffering of all touched by this tragedy. Susan is one of the wonderful examples of young Taiwanese who dedicate themselves to being a bridge of friendship between Taiwan and the world. I also want to thank Susan ( 約阿咪) of Israel Mega for moderating Ms. I am grateful she is willing to share her harrowing experience with us today. Her account on escaping the Nazi regime can only be considered as a miracle. I want to extend a special thanks to the Holocaust survivor, Ms. I also want to thank all of you for setting aside your time to come here today to remember those who lost their lives in the Holocaust, to pay tribute to those who survived, and to acknowledge the suffering of all who were affected by this tragedy in human history. I want to begin by thanking the Israel Economic and Cultural Office in Taipei (ISECO), the German Institute Taipei, and the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy for co-organizing this important event again this year. Upon arrival, President Tsai took in a musical performance and watched as a rabbi recited the prayer 'El Male Rachamim,' before joining other distinguished guests to light candles in memory of the Holocaust's victims.Ī transcript of President Tsai's remarks follows: The president also expressed hope that we can leave a better and more inclusive world to future generations. On the afternoon of April 19, President Tsai Ing-wen attended an International Holocaust Remembrance Day event and delivered remarks, in which she said that Taiwan is working with our international partners to advance religious freedom, fight discrimination, promote gender equality, and advocate for human rights and democracy.

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