Taiwan will not provoke conflict nor give up sovereignty, says president
Lai Ching-te made his first direct response to Trump and Xi's meeting where they discussed Taiwan independence.
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Lai Ching-te made his first direct response to Trump and Xi's meeting where they discussed Taiwan independence.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te asserts that Taiwan will not be sacrificed or traded away, emphasizing the nation's sovereignty and democratic values in response to recent discussions between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Taiwan reaffirms its sovereignty and independence following U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to China, stating its commitment to maintaining the cross-strait status quo without formally declaring independence.
President Lai Ching-te emphasizes that Taiwan is not subordinate to China, defending the nation's sovereignty and democratic way of life in light of recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Taiwan's independence.
President Lai Ching-te reiterates that Taiwan is not part of the People's Republic of China, following U.S. President Donald Trump's warning against Taiwan moving toward independence after his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
President Lai Ching-te asserts that Taiwan will never be sacrificed or traded away, emphasizing the nation's commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait amid concerns over U.S. arms sales to Taiwan.
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