Prime Minister Dr. the Hon Godwin Friday will be meeting with the Vincentian community in the Republic of China, Taiwan, during an official visit to Taiwan this week. The Prime Minister left the state on Sunday, as head of the delegation which is visiting Taiwan, as both countries celebrate 45 years of diplomatic relations. The Prime Minister will be formally received with military honours and will participate in events commemorating the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Taiwan, which were established on August 15, 1981. During Prime Minister Friday’s absence from the State, Deputy Prime Minister Major Hon St. Clair Leacock will act as Prime Minister. Prime Minister Friday and his delegation are expected to return to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on Sunday, August 16, 2026.