U.S. and Taiwan Envoys Meet in S.V.G 

By Val Matthias. Updated 11:45 a.m., Saturday, December 13, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

Chargé d’Affaires Karin Sullivan of the U.S. Embassy to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean met with Taiwan’s Ambassador Fiona Huei-Chun Fan in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines this week, underscoring shared priorities in regional development, economic opportunity, and good governance. 

The meeting highlighted Washington’s respect for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ enduring partnership with Taiwan, a relationship established in 1981 and consistently reaffirmed through joint projects in healthcare, education, and digital transformation. 

The United States has maintained diplomatic ties with Saint Vincent since its independence in 1979, supporting economic diversification and democratic governance. Recently, Chargé Sullivan also met with newly elected Prime Minister Godwin Friday to congratulate Vincentians on their peaceful transition of power and to reaffirm U.S. support for bilateral cooperation. 

Taiwan remains one of SVG’s closest allies, with collaboration spanning ICT, public health, and climate resilience. In May 2025, both governments co-hosted a regional forum on digital cities and cybersecurity, reflecting their shared commitment to innovation. Despite speculation about possible shifts in recognition following SVG’s change in government, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that ties remain stable and rooted in shared values. 

The joint engagement between Sullivan and Fan signals a triangular alignment of U.S., Taiwan, and SVG interests at a time of heightened geopolitical competition in the Caribbean. For SVG, the partnership reflects its commitment to economic security and national sovereignty, balancing regional development goals with international alliances. 

Diplomatic observers note that the United States’ explicit respect for SVG’s Taiwan partnership sends a clear message: Washington supports Caribbean nations in maintaining diverse alliances that strengthen resilience against external pressures. 

Both the U.S. and Taiwan have invested in SVG’s infrastructure and human capital, from ICT agreements worth USD 1.85 million to healthcare missions and emergency response systems.

The meeting reinforces democratic values, transparency, and institutional strengthening — priorities echoed in SVG’s recent election and leadership transition.  By aligning with Taiwan’s expertise in technology and the U.S.’s economic support, SVG positions itself as a hub for innovation and resilience in the Eastern Caribbean. 

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