2024-05-20 06:18:59

Taiwan's New President Lai Ching-te Takes Office Amidst Calls for Peace and Security

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Lai Ching-te, Taiwan's new president, has been sworn in, urging China to cease hostile actions and emphasizing Taiwan's commitment to democracy. His government will prioritize industries like semiconductors, AI, military, security, surveillance, and communications.

Facing global tensions, Lai aims to navigate cross-strait issues with a focus on continuity and strengthening ties with Western partners. The Taiwanese military remains on high alert during the transition, as Beijing expresses low expectations for Lai's policies.

Meanwhile, former President Tsai Ing-wen exits with a legacy of closer ties with the US and advancements in areas like LGBTQ+ rights and gender equality.

The Guardian
20. Mai 2024 um 08:30

Taiwan’s new president takes office and calls on China to cease its hostile actions

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Lai Ching-te has been sworn in as Taiwan’s new president, calling on China to cease its hostile actions and maintain peace in the Taiwan Strait. Lai emphasized the difference between Taiwan and China, highlighting Taiwan's commitment to democracy. His government will focus on industries such as semiconductors, AI, the military, security and surveillance, and next-generation communications.
New York Times - World
20. Mai 2024 um 09:06

Global Tensions and a Hostile Neighbor Await Taiwan’s New Leader

Politics
Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, faces challenges in maintaining the island's democracy amidst global tensions and political divisions, promising to strengthen ties with Western partners while resisting Beijing's threats. He aims to navigate through cross-strait issues and foreign policy with a focus on continuity, despite hurdles from opposition parties and his own combative remarks. The upcoming leader seeks to steer Taiwan's course through turbulent times and uncertain global politics.
Politics - South China Morning Post
20. Mai 2024 um 01:08

Taiwanese military on high alert as William Lai Ching-te is sworn in as the island’s new leader

Politics
William Lai Ching-te has been sworn in as Taiwan's new president, succeeding Tsai Ing-wen. The Taiwanese military remains on high alert and is closely monitoring the Taiwan Strait during the inauguration. Beijing has low expectations for Lai's policy direction and sees him as a troublemaker and a destroyer of cross-strait peace.
The Guardian
20. Mai 2024 um 04:41

Taiwan presidential inauguration live: Lai Ching-te to take office

Politics
Lai Ching-te is set to be inaugurated as Taiwan's fifth president, taking over from Tsai Ing-wen. Lai, who served as Tsai's vice-president, faces the challenge of operating without a majority in Taiwan's divided legislature and a significant divide over the issue of Taiwan independence. Despite being associated with the pro-independence faction, Lai has aligned himself with Tsai's more moderate stance.
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