KINMEN, Taiwan: Taiwan cherishes its freedom and democracy and no "external force" can change its future, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Friday (Oct 25), visiting sensitive frontline islands next to China for the 75th anniversary of a key victory over communist forces.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te attends a ceremony commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Guningtou in Kinmen on Oct 25, 2024. KINMEN, Taiwan: Taiwan cherishes its freedom and democracy and no"external force" can change its future, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Friday , visiting sensitive frontline islands next to China for the 75th anniversary of a key victory over communist forces.
"The Battle of Guningtou makes us realise that democracy and freedom are not something to be taken for granted," Lai said. "Our insistence on safeguarding a democratic and free lifestyle for generations to come has not changed and will remain unchanged," he added.
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