Lai Sends Condolences on Death of US Senator Lindsey Graham
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has shared a message of condolence following the unexpected death of US Senator Lindsey Graham at the age of 71. Graham visited Taiwan three times during his time in Congress, most recently in 2022. President Lai thanked the late senator for his support of Taiwan's self-defense and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
US Senator Lindsey Graham Dies
REPORTER:
President Lai Ching-te is offering condolences for US Senator Lindsey Graham, remembering him as a “true friend of Taiwan.”
Graham died at age 71 on Saturday after a sudden illness. The Republican from South Carolina had served in Congress for over three decades. A statement from Taiwan’s Presidential Office noted that he had been a strong supporter of peace in the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities. He visited Taiwan 3 times, most recently in 2022.
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US Senator Lindsey Graham Dies
REPORTER:
President Lai Ching-te shared condolences for US Senator Lindsey Graham, remembering him as a “true friend of Taiwan.”
Graham died on Saturday of a sudden medical issue, at age 71. The Republican from South Carolina had served in Congress for over three decades. A statement from Taiwan’s Presidential Office noted that he had been a strong supporter of peace in the Taiwan Strait and Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities. He had visited Taiwan 3 times before, most recently in 2022.
