Tsai Ing-wen quotes

Taiwan is the Republic of China, the Republic of China is Taiwan. (Tsai Ing-wen)
People feel anxious, especially when we have to wonder whether the president, Taiwan's democratically elected president, will be addressed as president. If he (Ma Ying-jeou) cannot even defend his own title, what can he defend for us? View quote
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I also hope that Mainland China does not misinterpret or misjudge the current (cross-strait) situation, or think that Taiwanese will bow to such pressure. In a democratic society, this kind of pressure is felt by all. No administration in Taiwan can make a decision that runs counter to public opinion. View quote
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Many people think the DPP does not welcome Chinese tourists. This is definitely not true. View quote
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Politics should be as simple as possible; it should respond directly to the needs of the people, it should help to solve the problems for the people and this is what I want to do for Taiwan. View quote
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I would like to stress that, we would be happy to see normal cross-strait exchanges based on equality and dignity, openness and transparency, and no political talks. View quote
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I am saddened to see these scenes of violence against unarmed protesters (in Hong Kong) and hope that Taiwan can continue to serve as a beacon of democracy for those who seek freedom. View quote
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If (Mainland) China's dream is a dream of democracy, Taiwan will provide all needed assistance in the process of realizing that dream. View quote
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The institute (Chungshan Institute of Science and Technology)'s researchers laid the foundation for its success by daring to brave the challenges they faced and learning from their failures. View quote
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