AIPAC sends first delegation to Taiwan, hosted by President Lai Ching-te

On October 30, 2025, the pro-Israel lobby group AIPAC sent its first-ever delegation to Taiwan. The delegation was hosted by Taiwan"s President Lai Ching-te, who compared Taiwan’s struggle against China to the biblical story of David vs. Goliath.

During the meeting, officials including Joseph Wu and Hsiao Bi-khim emphasized the "shared democratic values" between Taiwan and Israel, despite Israel"s formal ties with China.

This visit marks a significant development in Taiwan-Israel relations, highlighting the growing connections between the two democracies amid regional tensions. For more on this topic, see recent developments in Taiwan-Israel relations.