# Taiwan representative office holds National Day reception; Yu says US arms sales will continue

https://mins.news/en/video/92397

- VOA Chinese, 2026-10-09 01:00 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57Gv4pmT4zw

> Taiwan’s representative office in the United States held a National Day reception at Twin Oaks in Washington. Yu Da-lei said the United States understands the military threats Taiwan faces and that arms sales to Taiwan will continue. Representatives from both sides also highlighted shared commitments to democracy, freedom and the rule of law.

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