The "Democracy Summit" held by the United States inviting the leaders of Japan and Europe has closed, and President Biden emphasized the results by saying "I am convinced that the values of democracy are at the center of the international system." Did.
The democracy summit, which was held online for two days from the 9th, invited the leaders of about 110 countries and regions, including Prime Minister Kishida of Japan.
While the United States did not invite China, which is regarded as a "despotist nation," Taiwan was invited and attended by IT minister Audrey Tang, who said on the 10th, "Taiwan will oppose authoritarianism in the world." I have been standing firmly on the front line. "
"I am convinced that the values of democracy are at the heart of the international system. We will work together to create the rules that will set the standard for the development of the 21st century," President Biden said in a speech. Emphasized the results.
At the same time as the summit, the United States issued a joint statement with Australia, Denmark, and Norway to create a code of conduct regarding export control in order to prevent the spread of technologies that could lead to human rights violations such as surveillance of dissidents. It is said that it has confirmed that it will cooperate toward.
The Biden administration wants to hold a face-to-face democracy summit about a year later, but while many countries place importance on ties with China, how far they can keep pace with allies and friends under the banner of democracy and human rights. It is unclear if they will be available.
Taiwan Audrey Tan, Minister Without Portfolio, appeals superiority in comparison with China
Taiwanese Minister Without Portfolio Audrey Tang, who attended the summit, said, "In Corona, the authoritarian government justifies human rights infringement in the name of public health and collective interests, and democracy recedes globally. There are signs, but Taiwan has curbed the spread of infections and lie information without taking measures such as lockdown or deletion. "
As an example, he cited the distribution of masks and the contact tracking system using short messages on smartphones. We are proud of our cooperation and would like to share it with you. "
He added, "If you don't trust the citizens, you can't get the trust of the citizens."
In contrast to China, which is also referred to as a "digital surveillance society," Minister Without Portfolio Tang emphasized Taiwan's superiority in promoting democracy using digital technology.
Prime Minister of India Modi "Proud to Participate"
India's Prime Minister Modi, who attended the Summit for Democracy, said, "I am proud to attend this summit on behalf of the world's largest democracy. Elections by multiple parties, an independent judicial system, and press. Structural features such as freedom of the press are an important means of democracy. This summit provides a timely opportunity to promote cooperation between democracies. "