Taiwan's President William Lai Ching-te emphasized the island's thriving democracy and rejection of annexation by China, asserting Taiwan's autonomy and the right to self-determination.
Addressing the 23 million people of Taiwan, Lai declared, "Our democracy is growing and thriving," firmly stating that China has no right to represent Taiwanese interests.
Lai maintained a pragmatic approach, expressing willingness to cooperate with Beijing on global challenges like climate change, while upholding Taiwan's sovereignty against encroachment.
In his speech, he urged Beijing to leverage its influence in international diplomacy, particularly in resolving conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
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