Taiwan Foreign Minister Joseph Wu has thanked Australia for directly calling on the Chinese regime not to invade Taiwan and called for closer ties with Canberra. Speaking to News Corp’s The Australian, in Taipei, Wu complimented Australia’s spirit in standing up for others but said that it was Taiwan’s responsibility to defend itself. “As I say all the time, I have a kangaroo in my heart,” Wu said, pointing to his kangaroo lapel pin. Wu praised Australia’s “natural passion,” as seen in its history of taking up arms to protect freedom and democracy. “Australia is so far away from the rest of the world, but look at Australia’s record,” he said. “Participating in battles, or wars, in terms of safeguarding freedom and democracy. Also, in terms of fighting together with allies. It’s very touching.” The Taiwanese foreign minister praised Australia for its concern over Taiwan. “There’s a natural passion of the …