Research, Development and Evaluation Commission

The Vice President of Panama Juan Carlos Varela and his wife met Mayor Hau Lung-bin during their visit at city hall on July 26. This is the couple’s first trip to Taipei.
During their meeting, Hau provided a brief introduction on Taipei City to the visiting dignitaries. He indicated that Taipei is a city characterized by its convenient environment, friendly residents, and well-maintained order. It is also the center of Chinese culture. The mayor extended an invitation to the couple, welcoming them to visit the 2010 Taipei International Flora Exposition in November.
In response to Hau’s warm welcome, Vice President Varela remarked that Taipei is a very beautiful city and he is very impressed with its well-established infrastructure. He also asked Hau about the strategies of keeping crime rates low.
Hau explained that high levels of education, low unemployment rates, and police effectiveness are all keys to maintaining a low crime rate. Vice President Varela also invited the mayor to make a return visit to Panama.