‘Whatever It Takes’: Taiwanese President Says to Defend Freedom

Contact Your Elected Officials
The Epoch Times Header

Self-ruled Taiwan will defend its freedom at all costs against any external threats, the president said on Oct. 8, which includes those from its giant neighbor China.

“It hopes for a peaceful, stable, predictable, and mutually beneficial coexistence with its neighbors,” Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen addressed the annual Yushan Forum in Taipei, amid a rise in tensions with China that has sparked alarm around the world.

“But Taiwan will also do whatever it takes to defend its freedom and democratic way of life,” Tsai said during her speech.

De facto independent Taiwan has its own military, democratically-elected government, and constitution. Yet claimed by China as its own territory, the island has seen China’s incursions at an unprecedented rate.

From Oct. 1 to Oct. 5, Beijing sent 150 air force aircraft into Taiwan’s air defense zone in five consecutive days, compared to around 380 jets throughout 2020, according to Taiwan’s government-run Central News Agency.

China’s aggression drew the concerns of several U.S. lawmakers, including Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska).

“This latest action by China, threatening the island of Taiwan, makes clear that China intends an adversarial, provocative relationship with Taiwan, those that support it, and those that value personal freedoms,” Murkowski said according to an Oct. 7 press release.

“If the U.S. stands for democracy, free trade, and personal and civil liberties then we, along with our allies, must remain steadfastly behind Taiwan,” said the senator.

Friday’s event attracted international speakers and Asian leaders representing 10 nations—some attended in person others virtually physically and virtually—including the United States, Japan, Australia, and France, according to local newspaper Taiwan News. Participants discussed ways to establish societal resilience ahead of a post-pandemic era, in addition to regional security issues.

“Taiwan may be small in terms of territory, but it has proved that it can have a large regional presence [in the Indo-Pacific],” she said, adding that Taiwan is “fully committed” to collaborate with countries to achieve regional prosperity.

By Rita Li

Read Full Article on TheEpochTimes.com

The Epoch Times
The Epoch Timeshttps://www.theepochtimes.com/
Tired of biased news? The Epoch Times is truthful, factual news that other media outlets don't report. No spin. No agenda. Just honest journalism like it used to be.

Trump’s Proposal For NATO To Stop Buying Russian Oil & Start Tariffing China Is Unrealistic

Trump proposed on social media that NATO stop buying Russian oil and start tariffing China 50-100% as part of his plan for ending the Ukrainian Conflict.

The Choices We Make

Death and disagreement are inevitable. Love and hate are choices. We will all die. Before we do, what choices will we make?

Elon Musk Speaks at Unite the Kingdom Rally

Tommy Robinson held rally, with Elon Musk appearing virtually, calling attention to leftist politicians who allow foreign immigrants to invade England.

Doxed Democrats Are Getting Fired Left and Left

Not a misprint because a title of “left and...

Hold Up, Feds, Without Federalism, There Is No USA

Federalism is essential to governing the U.S., yet the federal government is undermining it by bribing states to implement unnecessary federal programs.

ABC Halts ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Indefinitely After Charlie Kirk Remarks

ABC has indefinitely pulled “Jimmy Kimmel Live” after the host’s remarks about Charlie Kirk’s assassination drew criticism from the FCC chairman.

ABC Reporter Apologizes for Calling Texts From Kirk’s Alleged Murderer ‘Very Touching’

ABC reporter apologized after describing text messages between Charlie Kirk’s alleged murderer and the man’s boyfriend as “very touching.”

Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates for First Time in 2025

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time this year following its two-day policy meeting that concluded on Sept. 17.

Driver Rams Car Into FBI Pittsburgh Gate in Potential Act of Terror, Official Says

Driver crashes car into FBI Pittsburgh office gate in a suspected targeted attack the agency says may be an act of terror against the bureau.

Rubio Says US Visa Revocations Underway After Charlie Kirk Death Celebrations

SoS Marco Rubio said foreign nationals who made celebratory comments over Charlie Kirk’s assassination will have their U.S. visas revoked.

Trump Supports Designating Antifa a Terrorist Organization

President Trump said he would support designating the antifa movement a terrorist organization in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination last week.

US Conducts Strike on Another Drug Boat From Venezuela: Trump

Three people were killed in a U.S. strike on a Venezuelan drug boat, President Donald Trump announced on Sept. 15.

Trump Signs Memo Targeting Direct-to-Consumer Pharmaceutical Advertising

President Trump signed a memo to ensure drug ads give fair, balanced, and complete information to protect and inform American consumers.
spot_img

Related Articles

Popular Categories

MAGA Business Central