Lai Ching-te: “Taiwan is its own entity and not something to be traded away.”

Taiwan would closely monitor the outcome of the U.S. investigation under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and strive to retain the terms previously agreed upon in trade negotiations.

A president's power comes from the people's trust; a president's responsibility is to unite our strengths and lead the country forward.

We must become a "city upon a hill," built with courage and confidence.

Through mutual assistance and exchanges, the countries would uphold the rule of law and create a safer environment for their peoples.