August 2009
Dear Friends,
In view of the pending meeting and talks on the US-China Relations between President Barack Obama and President Hu Jin-Tao, the Presbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT) issued an Open Letter to President Barack Obama dated 17 July 2009. The PCT realizes that many individuals are also concerned about the current situation and future of Taiwan and therefore, invites those who feel so moved to write to President Obama individually. To assist you a second Open Letter to President Obama “from citizens, residents and friends of Taiwan” has been prepared; if you agree with the content, we cordially invite and encourage you to print and sign the attached English version.
Secondly, for your convenience, we welcome you to post/deliver your signed letter(s) to the PCT at your earliest but no later than 31 August, and we will ensure all letters collected will be forwarded to the Whitehouse. Please send to:
The General Secretary – (PBO)Presbyterian Church in Taiwan3, Lane 269, Roosevelt Rd. Sec. 3Taipei 10647 Taiwan
Alternatively, you send your personal letter to the White House, Washington DC if you prefer. For our records, we would appreciate knowing if you send a letter directly to USA. You may notify us via gs@mail.pct.org.tw
Further more please feel free to forward this message and disseminate these letters as widely as possible. Thank you for your concern, time and action for Taiwan
Sincerely yours,
Rev. Lin Tsung-Jeng (Leonard) Moderator, 54th General AssemblyPresbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT)
Rev. Chang Te-Chien (Andrew) General SecretaryPresbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT)
Dear Friends,
In view of the pending meeting and talks on the US-China Relations between President Barack Obama and President Hu Jin-Tao, the Presbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT) issued an Open Letter to President Barack Obama dated 17 July 2009. The PCT realizes that many individuals are also concerned about the current situation and future of Taiwan and therefore, invites those who feel so moved to write to President Obama individually. To assist you a second Open Letter to President Obama “from citizens, residents and friends of Taiwan” has been prepared; if you agree with the content, we cordially invite and encourage you to print and sign the attached English version.
Secondly, for your convenience, we welcome you to post/deliver your signed letter(s) to the PCT at your earliest but no later than 31 August, and we will ensure all letters collected will be forwarded to the Whitehouse. Please send to:
The General Secretary – (PBO)Presbyterian Church in Taiwan3, Lane 269, Roosevelt Rd. Sec. 3Taipei 10647 Taiwan
Alternatively, you send your personal letter to the White House, Washington DC if you prefer. For our records, we would appreciate knowing if you send a letter directly to USA. You may notify us via gs@mail.pct.org.tw
Further more please feel free to forward this message and disseminate these letters as widely as possible. Thank you for your concern, time and action for Taiwan
Sincerely yours,
Rev. Lin Tsung-Jeng (Leonard) Moderator, 54th General AssemblyPresbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT)
Rev. Chang Te-Chien (Andrew) General SecretaryPresbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT)
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An Open Letter to President Barack Obama
44th President of the United States of America,
The Whitehouse, Washington, DC 20500 U.S.A
Dear Mr. President
Since the G20 Summit the people of Taiwan are following closely the various dialogues between the respective governments of USA and China. In the coming weeks you will personally meet President Hu Jin-Tao to discuss US-China Relations and it’s assumed our country Taiwan will be on your agenda.
As citizens, residents and friends of Taiwan we, therefore, write to voice our deep disquiet and grave concern for the present situation and the future of our nation; for our people’s hard earned democracy; and for stability and peace in the Asia-Pacific rim.
We strongly believe and fear President Ma’s concessions and collaboration with China’s government is destroying Taiwan’s democracy and sovereignty. The recent perceived easing of political tensions between Taiwan and China overshadows reality. Pre-election promises and postelection performance are not the same. The policies of Ma and the KMT dominated government do not reflect the viewpoint of all the people in Taiwan.
The Taiwanese people live under the shadow of military threat daily. While many world leaders welcome and applaud this so called easing of tension across the straits they conveniently ignore the fact that China still has well over a thousand missiles targeted at Taiwan - a number that ironically continues to increase and the PLA is prepared for action. That is not a foundation for peace in Asia.
The Taiwanese people are tired and weary of constantly being a pawn in the global arena. China continues to demean Taiwan’s international status, identity, selfhood and dignity. We are not products we are peace loving people, an independent nation, with dreams, hopes and aspirations; we are people who adhere to the UN charter and desire to contribute to the global community of nations as equal partners.
Last year (2008), as Senator Obama, you graciously wrote to Mr. Ma Ying-Jeou congratulating him on both his election and eventual inauguration as President of Taiwan. Among other things you stated (quote):
“March 22nd was a good day for the people of Taiwan, for the forces of democracy around the world, and for peace and stability in the western Pacific. I will do all I can to support Taiwan’s democracy in the years ahead.”
The ordinary people of Taiwan are concerned for more than “a good day” Mr. President. We sincerely hope Taiwan’s democracy, freedom and security will not be compromised for political and economic power. We urge you, your congress and world leaders to hear our voice so future generations may know many good days beyond the 21st Century not only in Taiwan but in Asia, and indeed the world. Thank you for your attention and consideration.
We pray you’ll be given strength and Godly wisdom to fulfill your responsibilities with justice.
Respectfully yours
____________________________________ (signature) ___________________ (date)
Print Name & Address: ___________________________________________________
44th President of the United States of America,
The Whitehouse, Washington, DC 20500 U.S.A
Dear Mr. President
Since the G20 Summit the people of Taiwan are following closely the various dialogues between the respective governments of USA and China. In the coming weeks you will personally meet President Hu Jin-Tao to discuss US-China Relations and it’s assumed our country Taiwan will be on your agenda.
As citizens, residents and friends of Taiwan we, therefore, write to voice our deep disquiet and grave concern for the present situation and the future of our nation; for our people’s hard earned democracy; and for stability and peace in the Asia-Pacific rim.
We strongly believe and fear President Ma’s concessions and collaboration with China’s government is destroying Taiwan’s democracy and sovereignty. The recent perceived easing of political tensions between Taiwan and China overshadows reality. Pre-election promises and postelection performance are not the same. The policies of Ma and the KMT dominated government do not reflect the viewpoint of all the people in Taiwan.
The Taiwanese people live under the shadow of military threat daily. While many world leaders welcome and applaud this so called easing of tension across the straits they conveniently ignore the fact that China still has well over a thousand missiles targeted at Taiwan - a number that ironically continues to increase and the PLA is prepared for action. That is not a foundation for peace in Asia.
The Taiwanese people are tired and weary of constantly being a pawn in the global arena. China continues to demean Taiwan’s international status, identity, selfhood and dignity. We are not products we are peace loving people, an independent nation, with dreams, hopes and aspirations; we are people who adhere to the UN charter and desire to contribute to the global community of nations as equal partners.
Last year (2008), as Senator Obama, you graciously wrote to Mr. Ma Ying-Jeou congratulating him on both his election and eventual inauguration as President of Taiwan. Among other things you stated (quote):
“March 22nd was a good day for the people of Taiwan, for the forces of democracy around the world, and for peace and stability in the western Pacific. I will do all I can to support Taiwan’s democracy in the years ahead.”
The ordinary people of Taiwan are concerned for more than “a good day” Mr. President. We sincerely hope Taiwan’s democracy, freedom and security will not be compromised for political and economic power. We urge you, your congress and world leaders to hear our voice so future generations may know many good days beyond the 21st Century not only in Taiwan but in Asia, and indeed the world. Thank you for your attention and consideration.
We pray you’ll be given strength and Godly wisdom to fulfill your responsibilities with justice.
Respectfully yours
____________________________________ (signature) ___________________ (date)
Print Name & Address: ___________________________________________________
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