内容摘要：Monica L. Miller, whose book inspired the evening, wore a bejeweled cropped cape over a dress adorned with cowrie shells by Grace Wales Bonner. It’s a direct connection to a piece in the gala’s companion Metropolitan Museum of Art spring exhibit that Miller guest curated.

Monica L. Miller, whose book inspired the evening, wore a bejeweled cropped cape over a dress adorned with cowrie shells by Grace Wales Bonner. It’s a direct connection to a piece in the gala’s companion Metropolitan Museum of Art spring exhibit that Miller guest curated.

“Even if there are differences of opinion, as long as there is a foundation of trust and sincere dialogue, they can understand each other better and deepen their friendship,” he added.The U.S. has traditionally been Taiwan’s strongest unofficial ally in the face of

, which considers the self-ruled island its own territory, to be retaken by force if necessary. Washington is bound by its own laws to provide Taipei with the means to defend itself.Lai said Taiwan would continue to, both through foreign military procurement and domestic arms development, and stand “shoulder to shoulder” with its allies “to exert deterrent power.”

“We will prepare adequately to avoid war and achieve the goal of peace,” he said.He kept open the possibility of talks with Beijing, saying that “Taiwan is very willing to engage in exchanges and cooperation with China” as long as there is mutual respect and dignity.

Taiwan’s economy is supported by massive semiconductor firms that supply microchips globally as well as other electronics, advanced manufacturing and green tech makers.

Lai said he would continue to encourage foreign investment in Taiwan, citing Monday’s announcement by American technology company Nvidia about opening a new office in northern Taipei.“It’s just been incredible being out there with my teammates, being able to just fully be myself, not hesitate on any type of cut and just cut it loose,” Crosby said. “It’s the best feeling on the planet. I’m having so much fun out here, just being 100% and no hesitation.”

Crosby’s loss wasn’t the only one for the defensive line.Tackle Christian Wilkins, signed last offseason to a four-year, $110 million contract, broke his foot in Week 5 and is still

End Malcolm Koonce, who missed all of the season because of a torn ACL, is closer to a full return, but still is not practicing. Koonce, whoin March, said he expects to return soon.