As it happened: William Lai sworn in as Taiwan's new president
President Lai has in his speech emphasised Taiwan's democracy, adding that the island cannot be "swayed by external forces". It's a strong message to Beijing - a clear reminder that Taiwan...
Lai Ching-te takes office as the new president of Taiwan | AP News
May 20, 2024 · Taiwan’s new president, Lai Ching-te, has said in his inauguration speech that he seeks peace with China and urged it to stop its military threats against the self-governed island …
Taiwan elects William Lai president in historic election ... - BBC
Jan 13, 2024 · Taiwanese voters have chosen pro-sovereignty candidate William Lai as their president in a historic election, cementing a path that is increasingly divergent from China. The …
Lai Ching-te: Taiwan’s new president calls on China to stop its ... - CNN
May 19, 2024 · Lai Ching-te called on Beijing to cease its intimidation of Taiwan as he was was sworn in as president Monday, marking the start of a historic third consecutive term for the …
Taiwan president-elect Lai Ching-te has steered the island toward ...
Jan 13, 2024 · Taiwanese Vice President Lai Ching-te, also known as William Lai, left, celebrates his victory with running mate Bi-khim Hsiao in Taipei, Taiwan, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024. The …
William Lai, who China sees as 'troublemaker', wins Taiwan …
Jan 30, 2024 · The DPP's William Lai is set to be Taiwan's next president, after his closest rival, the opposition Kuomintang, conceded defeat
William Lai Ching-te urges peace as he becomes Taiwan’s new …
May 20, 2024 · Taipei, Taiwan – William Lai Ching-te has been sworn in as president of Taiwan in a ceremony that included a 21-gun salute, as he later praised the self-governing island’s …
Taiwan elects William Lai president in historic election, angering ...
Jan 13, 2024 · Taiwanese voters have chosen pro-sovereignty candidate William Lai as their president in a historic election, cementing a path that is increasingly divergent from China. The …
Taiwan's president-elect William Lai seeks dialogue with China, …
Jan 13, 2024 · Mr Lai, the former mayor of Tainan, is a noted proponent of Taiwan’s independence. His rivals and critics have said his election would endanger Taiwan and …
William Lai: Taiwan's president vows to resist 'annexation'
Oct 10, 2024 · President William Lai has pledged to uphold Taiwan's self-governing status in his most high-profile public address since taking office earlier this year. In a thinly-veiled reference …