Fiji, Oct. 2 -- Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo has reaffirmed the country's unwavering ties with Taiwan, saying both nations are committed to elevating their partnership while calling for Taiwan's inclusion in the United Nations and other international bodies.

"Tuvalu's relationship with the Republic of China (Taiwan) remains strong and both countries are committed to elevate and further strengthen that relationship," Teo said in his address to the nation at the 47th independence anniversary on Wednesday.

He said the visit by Taiwan President Lai Ching-te to Tuvalu in December last year was proof of the depth of the bond.

"The state visit by the President of Taiwan; Lai Ting-te to Tuvalu in December last year bear testament to the st...