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Taiwan's President Calls for Peace Amid Chinese Tensions

5/20/2025

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Taiwan's President William Lai, in his first year in office, called for peace and dialogue with China while firmly reinforcing Taiwan's defense. He boldly rejected China's sovereignty claims and cautioned against looming military drills from Beijing, yet expressed a willingness to cooperate, as long as Taiwan's dignity is upheld.

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Taiwan's President William Lai, in his first year in office, called for peace and dialogue with China while firmly reinforcing Taiwan's defense. He boldly rejected China's sovereignty claims and cautioned against looming military drills from Beijing, yet expressed a willingness to cooperate, as long as Taiwan's dignity is upheld.