在2025年10月8日這一天，舊金山灣區的華人社區在Foster City熱烈舉辦了一場別開生面的國慶聚會，
吸引來近千位自灣區各地的民眾與僑胞前來共襄盛舉。這場慶會不僅象徵著中華文化在海外的傳承，更成為灣區華人情感交流與社區凝聚的重要平台。
慶會場地選在Foster City Crown Plaza 旅館，地理位置便利，交通配套完善，也具備足夠的舞台、燈光與音響設施。慶會由下午4點開幕，由中華民國空軍大鵬儀隊表演入場旗，由伍志翔處長帶領唱美國及中華民國國歌、升旗儀式揭開序幕。由處長致詞，感謝各界支持，參加今日的慶會。伍志翔處長的開場流利的英文精彩演講，獲得所有來賓的熱烈掌聲。
此外，晚會亦邀請在地政要或華人領袖參加，包括加州副州長Eleni Kounalakis的代表Evan Reade、Cupertino 市長趙良方、市議員紹陽、前市長高敘加等，共同慶祝中華民國的生日。會場並有多家台灣各種文化食品的展示及試吃。慶會估計有近千人參加。
許多觀眾在節目後分享感動：有人首次在灣區參加國慶慶典，這樣的活動讓他們在異鄉感受到「回家」的溫度並期待每年都可以還參加中華民國的國慶活動。
On October 8, 2025, the Chinese community in the San Francisco Bay Area celebrated a grand National Day celebration in Foster City, drawing nearly a thousand attendees from across the region. The event symbolized the enduring heritage of Chinese culture abroad and served as an important platform for cultural connection and unity within the local Chinese community.
The celebration took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Foster City, a convenient venue equipped with full stage, lighting, and sound facilities. The event began at 4 p.m. with the flag procession led by Republic of China veterans, followed by the U.S. and ROC national anthems, sung under the direction of Director Wu Chih-hsiang of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco. Director Wu delivered opening remarks in fluent English, expressing gratitude for the community’s support and receiving warm applause from the audience.
Several distinguished guests and community leaders attended, including Evan Reade representing California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis, Cupertino Mayor Hung Wei, Councilmember Shao Yang, and former Mayor Darcy Gao. The event also featured booths showcasing Taiwanese culture and cuisine, offering tastings that added a festive touch to the evening.
Many attendees shared afterward that the celebration was deeply moving. Some said it was their first time joining a National Day event in the Bay Area and that it made them feel “at home” even while living abroad. They expressed hope to take part in the celebration every year.
Director Wu Chih-hsiang’s speech
Distinguished guests and friends,
Good evening.
It is my honor and privilege to stand before you today as host of the Republic of China (Taiwan)’s 114th National Day reception. Since arriving in the Bay Area two weeks ago, I have been deeply touched by your warmth and friendship. I look forward to working with leaders and partners across Northern California, Nevada, and Utah to deepen our shared cooperation.
Over the years, the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco has worked closely with local partners to strengthen exchanges and collaboration across multiple sectors. Politically, the California Senate has passed pro-Taiwan resolutions for two consecutive years and even led a delegation to Taiwan last year—the first visit by Senate leaders in 18 years. In May, Nevada’s legislature formed the Nevada-Taiwan Friendship Caucus, and last year Taiwan became the first foreign government to sign a driver’s license reciprocity agreement with Utah. A joint delegation of legislative leaders from Nevada and Utah is also scheduled to visit Taiwan next year.
Economically and technologically, our office continues to support Taiwanese businesses investing locally and recruiting Silicon Valley talent, while facilitating training for Taiwan startups at world-class accelerator centers such as Stanford and UC Berkeley. We also work to deepen Taiwan’s dialogue with Silicon Valley and strengthen supply chain integration in high-tech sectors.
Culturally, we have co-hosted “Taiwan Heritage Night” with the San Francisco Giants and sponsored the San Francisco International Film Festival—initiatives that have enhanced the cultural connection and mutual understanding between the people of Taiwan and the United States.
Thanks to these efforts, Taiwan-U.S. relations continue to grow stronger. Beyond visits by U.S. lawmakers and governors, Congress has introduced several bipartisan bills supporting Taiwan, including the U.S.-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act, the Taiwan International Solidarity Act, and resolutions opposing China’s misinterpretation of UN Resolution 2758. These actions reflect bipartisan consensus in supporting Taiwan’s security and resisting China’s pressure.
In trade and investment, the Taiwan-U.S. partnership has reached new heights. The United States has overtaken China as Taiwan’s top destination for overseas investment. Bilateral trade grew by 34% in 2024 to reach USD 150 billion, while Taiwanese investment in the U.S. rose by 45% to USD 14 billion—most of it in the semiconductor sector. Taiwan is a key strategic partner for the U.S. in AI and emerging technologies, a win-win relationship that strengthens America’s leadership in the AI era and creates new global opportunities for Taiwan.
We also appreciate continued support from both the U.S. administration and Congress for Taiwan’s participation in international organizations such as the WHO, ICAO, and Interpol. This support demonstrates our shared democratic values and affirms Taiwan as a reliable and responsible partner. According to Freedom House, Taiwan ranks as Asia’s second-freest country, and the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking places Taiwan sixth globally and first among economies with over 20 million people for five consecutive years.
I would like to highlight the vital role of Taiwanese-American communities across the Bay Area, Nevada, and Utah. As Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu has said, “Everyone is a diplomat.” Through your professional achievements, cultural contributions, and community service, you have amplified Taiwan’s visibility and strengthened our connections with the U.S. and the world. Looking ahead, we aim to engage even more deeply with younger generations of Taiwanese Americans and ensure that Taiwan’s voice continues to resonate across communities and generations.
Ladies and gentlemen, it is my great pleasure to celebrate this National Day with all of you tonight. Thank you for your long-standing support, which continues to strengthen the Taiwan-U.S. partnership. May our friendship grow ever stronger and lead to even more opportunities for collaboration and understanding.
Thank you, and I wish you all a wonderful evening.
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以下是伍志翔處長英文演講的中文翻譯
各位貴賓、各位朋友，
大家好：
今天能以主人的身分站在這裡，主持中華民國（台灣）114年國慶酒會，對我而言既是榮幸，也是令人謙卑的時刻。自兩週前抵達灣區以來，我深深感受到大家的熱情與友誼，也期待未來能與北加州、內華達州與猶他州的各界領袖及夥伴攜手合作，深化彼此的合作關係。
多年來，舊金山台北經濟文化辦事處與各界密切合作，持續推動在各領域的交流與合作。在政務方面，加州參議會已連續兩年通過友台決議，並於去年組團訪台，這是近18年來首次有加州參議會領袖代表團訪問台灣。今年五月，內華達州議會成立了「內華達友台連線」；而去年，台灣也成為第一個與猶他州簽署駕照互惠協議的外國政府。此外，內華達州與猶他州立法領袖的聯合訪團預計於明年造訪台灣。
在經濟與創新方面，辦事處持續協助台灣企業在當地投資、在矽谷延攬人才，並安排台灣新創企業前往史丹福大學與加州大學柏克萊分校等世界級加速器中心接受培訓。我們也致力推動與全球科技重鎮矽谷的對話與供應鏈整合。
在文化交流方面，我們透過與舊金山巨人隊共同舉辦「台灣傳統夜」、以及贊助舊金山國際影展，成功深化了台美人民的連結，讓更多美國朋友理解台灣的價值與文化。
奠基於這些努力，我們同時見證台美整體關係持續正向發展。除了多位美國國會議員與州長訪台外，美國國會亦提出多項支持台灣的法案與決議，包括《美台雙重課稅快速減免法案》（U.S.-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act）、《台灣國際團結法案》（Taiwan International Solidarity Act）、以及反對中國曲解聯合國2758號決議的相關決議案。這些法案顯示美國兩黨在強化台灣安全、抵制中國對台打壓上具有堅定一致的立場。
在經貿關係上，台美夥伴關係也邁向新高峰。美國已取代中國，成為台灣最大的海外投資地。2024年台美雙邊貿易額成長34%，達到1,500億美元；同時，台灣對美投資也增加45%，達到140億美元，其中多數來自半導體產業。台灣是美國在人工智慧及新興科技領域的重要戰略夥伴，這項雙贏的夥伴關係將鞏固美國在AI時代的領導地位，同時為台灣創造全球商機。
我們也感謝美國行政部門與國會，持續支持台灣參與世界衛生組織（WHO）、國際民航組織（ICAO）及國際刑警組織（Interpol）。這份支持體現了台美兩國共享的民主價值，也印證了台灣是值得信賴且負責任的夥伴。根據自由之家（Freedom House）的評比，台灣是亞洲第二自由的國家；在IMD世界競爭力排名中，我們名列全球第六，並連續五年蟬聯人口超過兩千萬經濟體之首。
我也要特別點出，在灣區、內華達州和猶他州的台裔美國人社群角色至關重要。正如外交部長林佳龍所說：「人人都是外交官。」各位透過專業成就、文化推廣與社區服務，讓台灣的能見度得以延伸，並擴大台灣與美國乃至全世界的連結。展望未來，我們將持續加強與台美人年輕世代的連結，更貼近美國主流社會，並確保台灣的聲音能跨越世代、持續共鳴。
各位女士、先生，能與各位共度今日的國慶慶典，實在是我的莫大榮幸。感謝各位長期以來對台灣的支持，讓台美夥伴關係更加堅實。願我們的友誼不斷茁壯，為彼此帶來更多合作與理解的契機。
謝謝大家，祝各位有個美好的夜晚。」
