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Lin Hsin-i to represent Taiwan at APEC meeting in Peru
President Lai Ching-te announced Lin Hsin-i will represent Taiwan at the 2024 APEC meeting in Peru. Lin will convey Taiwan’s proposals on AI, trade, and digital cooperation.
2024/11/07 17:26
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Lin Hsin-i to represent Taiwan at APEC meeting in Peru
President Lai Ching-te announced Lin Hsin-i will represent Taiwan at the 2024 APEC meeting in Peru. Lin will convey Taiwan’s proposals on AI, trade, and digital cooperation.
2024/11/07 14:04
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Lai highlights tourism’s role in Taiwan’s identity
President Lai Ching-te highlights Taiwan’s tourism vision at the Taipei International Travel Fair, emphasizing eco-friendly practices and international cooperation.
2024/11/01 14:56
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President Lai’s family home becomes miners’ memorial museum
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te transforms his family home into a miners’ memorial museum on his 100th day in office, amid ongoing political challenges.
2024/08/27 16:18
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Lai Ching-te warns of China’s threat to global democracy
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te warns of China’s authoritarian expansion threatening global democracy at the Ketagalan Forum, highlighting military aggression and economic coercion.
2024/08/21 12:00
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Taiwan to welcome Olympic athletes home with F-16 escort
Discover how Taiwan celebrates its Olympic heroes with F-16V fighter jet escorts and a special parade. President Lai Ching-te honors the athletes’ achievements in Paris 2024.
2024/08/12 17:30
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Taiwanese boxer chats with President Lai after winning gold
Discover how Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting celebrated her Olympic gold with a video chat with President Lai Ching-te, and the support promised to athletes.
2024/08/12 14:50
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President Lai praises indigenous athletes at Paris Olympics
Discover how President Lai Ching-te honors Indigenous athletes and emphasizes the importance of Indigenous culture in Taiwan, including initiatives to improve health and preserve heritage.
2024/08/01 20:00
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President Lai praises Tai Tzu-ying’s Olympic effort
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te and fans celebrated badminton star Tai Tzu-ying’s Olympic journey in Paris, despite her final match loss. Explore her legacy and enduring spirit.
2024/08/01 10:22
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Lai highlights innovation at upcoming JCI World Congress
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te emphasizes the 2024 Junior Chamber International World Congress in Taiwan as a pivotal event for global leaders to drive technological innovation and sustainability.
2024/07/18 17:37
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Mike Pompeo lauds Taiwan’s global role, backs new leadership
Discover insights from the meeting between Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te and former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, focusing on deepening Taiwan-U.S. cooperation and mutual commitment to regional peace and global prosperity.
2024/05/22 10:22
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Wang Mei-hua endorses successor ahead of cabinet change
Outgoing Economic Affairs Minister Wang Mei-hua praises successor J.W. Kuo for his international perspective as he prepares to take over the ministerial role, emphasizing his commitment to public service. The transition comes as President-elect Lai Ching-te prepares to take office, drawing public attention to the new cabinet selection.
2024/04/19 14:04
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Lai Ching-te unveils new cabinet ahead of Taiwan presidency
Lai Ching-te announces new cabinet appointments as he prepares to take office as Taiwan’s president, with Cho Jung-tai as premier and Cheng Li-chiun as vice premier. Key positions in defense, culture, and national security are filled by experienced leaders, signaling a blend of continuity and change in Taiwan’s government.
2024/04/10 10:01
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Taiwan aims for global leadership in machine tool industry
Vice President Lai Ching-te commends Taiwan’s machine tool industry for its technological innovation and commitment to net-zero and digital transformation at the 2024 Taiwan International Machine Tool Show. Taiwan stands out globally for its high-end machine tool production and comprehensive industry showcased at the annual event. The government aims to strengthen Taiwan’s position as a high-end machine tool manufacturing country and rebuild a reliable supply chain with democratic allies amidst global changes. Vice President Lai also advocates for AI industrialization to attract international investment and drive innovation across all industries in Taiwan.
2024/03/28 16:55
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DPP confronts social media struggles in post-election review
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) faces challenges breaking through the digital echo chamber, particularly on TikTok, post-2024 election. Vice President-elect Lai Ching-te aims to enhance the party’s social media presence, recognizing its importance in shaping public discourse. Despite concerns about TikTok’s security, the DPP is contemplating a presence on the platform amidst struggles to gain followers and counter misinformation. Efforts to establish a foothold on TikTok have been unsuccessful, revealing difficulties in navigating the algorithm-driven landscape. Comparison with Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) chairman Ko Wen-je’s social media success underscores the DPP’s need to improve efficiency in online engagement strategies.
2024/03/12 11:55
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Over half of Taiwan backs President-elect Lai Ching-te: TPOF
A recent survey by the Taiwan Public Opinion Foundation reveals that 52% of respondents have confidence in President-elect Lai Ching-te’s leadership. The survey, conducted from Jan. 15-17, 2024, among adults aged 20 and above nationwide, shows that 21% have high confidence in Lai’s ability to lead, while 30.9% are somewhat confident. On the other hand, 19.5% are not very confident, 18.7% are not at all confident, and 7.3% held no opinion. The survey, which had a total valid sample of 1083 respondents, also found that 51.9% expressed confidence in Lai, while 38.2% reported having no confidence in him. The survey was funded by TPOF and had a margin of error of approximately 2.98 percentage points at a 95% confidence level.
2024/01/30 14:23
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US congressional leaders show Taiwan bipartisan support
The U.S. Congressional Taiwan Caucus co-chairs, Republican Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart and Democratic Representative Ami Bera, are visiting Taiwan from Jan. 24 to Jan. 26, 2024. This marks their first visit to Taiwan in recent years, symbolizing their bipartisan commitment to Taiwan’s democracy. Their visit comes after Taiwan’s presidential election, celebrating the victory of Taiwan’s democracy. Diaz-Balart and Bera will meet with President Tsai Ing-wen, Vice President and President-elect Lai Ching-te, and Foreign Minister Joseph Wu. Talks are scheduled with Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim and other Taiwanese political leaders. Both Diaz-Balart and Bera have been long-standing friends of Taiwan, often leading or proposing initiatives and bills supportive of Taiwan. The Congressional Taiwan Caucus is the largest secondary body in U.S. Congress relating to foreign affairs. Their visit reemphasizes the U.S. Congress’ support for Taiwan, following the 2024 presidential election and marking the 45th legislative anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to deepen Taiwan-U.S. relations based on shared values and the U.S. Congress’s support.
2024/01/25 13:52
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President-elect Lai Ching-te exits New Tide faction
President Lai Ching-te has announced his departure from the New Tide faction of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) following the conclusion of the 2024 presidential race. The decision was supported by the New Tide office, recognizing the president’s role in leading the government and symbolizing party unity. Discussions about Lai’s withdrawal began prior to the election, making it unnecessary to explore who initiated the departure. Former legislator Tuan Yi-kang expressed that it is better for the country if President Lai, as the head of state, is no longer a member of New Tide. The New Tide faction, established in 1983, is one of the main factions within the DPP and consists of editors and writers from "The Movement" magazine. Known for its firm beliefs and strict discipline, the faction is considered the most combat-ready within the DPP. The decision of President Lai is further emphasized by frequent public criticisms from Ko Wen-je, chairman of the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP), who has targeted issues of corruption and fraud within the New Tide faction.
2024/01/17 14:15
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Taiwan voters prefer stability over unification: Commentator
Taiwan’s 2024 general elections resulted in a third term for the DPP, reflecting a preference for stability and resistance to Beijing’s unification plans amidst significant domestic challenges and a shift in public opinion.
2024/01/14 18:21
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Lai Ching-te’s victory in election signals new DPP term
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) secures victory in Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election, with Lai Ching-te as president. Amid celebrations, the focus shifts to challenges in cross-strait relations and global political implications.
2024/01/13 21:21
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Taiwan’s election frenzy: Final weekend rallies in Kaohsiung
The final weekend of the 2024 election race in Taiwan sees presidential candidates from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Taiwan People’s Party (TPP), and the Kuomintang (KMT) rallying in Kaohsiung. Lai Ching-te, the DPP’s candidate, and his running mate, Hsiao Bi-khim, focus on the Fengshan District for their ’Golden Week Eve’ rally, with notable attendees such as President Tsai Ing-wen and Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai. The KMT and TPP both choose the popular Ruifeng Night Market for their night rallies, with candidates Hou Yu-ih and Ko Wen-je staggering their appearances by an hour. The KMT hosts a unity victory rally at Dream Mall, while the TPP candidate and his wife make appearances in Kaohsiung, boosting support and holding a rally at Aozidi Forest Park. Crowd control and traffic management become important considerations for the rallies at Ruifeng Night Market. As the race intensifies in the final week of campaigning, the candidates are leaving no stone unturned.
2024/01/07 14:36
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KMT rallies in Taoyuan, urges strategic voting against TPP
KMT presidential and vice-presidential candidates, Hou Yu-íh and Jaw Shaw-kong, held a ’Victory Solidarity Rally’ in Taoyuan, urging voters to reject TPP candidate Ko Wen-je for strategic voting. The event drew nearly 100,000 attendees. Former Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu criticized Ko as an ’air gun’ and emphasized the importance of victory. Han also condemned DPP candidates Lai Ching-te and Hsiao Bi-khim, claiming Lai had no qualification to run for the R.O.C.’s presidency. Han questioned how Lai, a miner’s child, could become Vice President without the protection of the ROC.
2024/01/07 11:31
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President Tsai stresses Taiwan’s economic significance
President Tsai Ing-wen asserts that Taiwan is globally significant economically and does not rely on China as a conduit to the world. Tsai emphasizes the importance of Taichung in the upcoming elections, stating that over 50 percent of presidential and vice presidential votes will come from the city. She acknowledges that inadequate infrastructure has hindered economic growth during her presidency, leading to an investment of NT$4 trillion in public infrastructure. Tsai also highlights her significant investments in social welfare, including elderly care aids, subsidies for children, and income tax exemptions for 47 percent of the Taiwanese population. She urges support for Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te in the 2024 election to continue her approach of incorporating economics, defense, and democracy to protect Taiwan.
2023/12/30 20:50
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Lai Ching-te vows to align Taiwan with democracies
The story is about Lai Ching-te, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate, declaring that Taiwan is aligning with global democratic allies and will not follow the old path of the Kuomintang (KMT). Lai made this statement during a presidential candidate debate when questioned about Taiwan’s ability to remain neutral amid U.S.-China competition. He emphasized President Tsai’s diplomatic strategy and his own role in garnering international support for Taiwan. Lai also responded to criticism from KMT’s presidential candidate, Hou Yu-ih, regarding his assistance during the pandemic. Lai argued that Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) presidential candidate Ko Wen-je lacks real achievements compared to President Tsai’s performance.
2023/12/30 19:02
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Taiwan presidential race tightens: DPP slightly leads KMT
The latest survey results reveal a close presidential race in Taiwan, with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidates Lai Ching-te and Hsiao Bi-khim leading with 35.9 percent support, followed closely by the Kuomintang (KMT) ticket of Hou Yu-ih for president and Jaw Shaw-kong for vice president with 34.7 percent. The Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) candidate Ko Wen-je and running mate Cynthia Wu are in third place with 19.6 percent support. Notably, the TPP’s Ko-Wu ticket has garnered 26.3 percent support from centrist voters, surpassing both the KMT and DPP. While 44.3 percent of respondents believe the DPP candidates are likely to win the 2024 Presidential and Vice Presidential elections, 30.1 percent support the KMT, and 13.8 percent favor the TPP candidates. However, the poll also highlights significant opposition, with 40.5 percent of respondents indicating they would not vote for the DPP ticket, followed by 27.3 percent against the KMT and 20.6 percent not favoring the TPP. The survey, sponsored by ETtoday, was conducted from December 18-19 and gathered a valid sample size of 1,224 Taiwanese adults over the age of 20 using mobile text notifications and closed internet questionnaires. The poll has an error margin of plus or minus 2.8 percentage points at a 95 percent confidence level.
2023/12/20 19:20