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Taiwan's President Makes Historic WWII Commemoration Next Week

5/3/2025

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Taiwan's President William Lai is set to make history by commemorating the end of World War Two in Europe for the first time next week. This poignant event aims to rally support for unity against aggression, especially from China, while reclaiming Taiwan's narrative of the war and underscoring the vital importance of democracy and international cooperation.

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Taiwan's President William Lai is set to make history by commemorating the end of World War Two in Europe for the first time next week. This poignant event aims to rally support for unity against aggression, especially from China, while reclaiming Taiwan's narrative of the war and underscoring the vital importance of democracy and international cooperation.