US delegation praised Taiwan’s democracy

taipei. Retired US officials met with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Monday and praised the island nation’s democratic process that led to the formation of a new parliament. Former US national security adviser Stephen Hadley said, “Taiwan’s democracy has set a shining example for the world, presenting a democratic success story based on transparency, rule of law, and respect for human rights and freedoms.” ”He said America’s commitment to Taiwan is unwavering.

Taiwan on Saturday elected outgoing Vice President Lai Ching-te as its new leader. Taiwan’s President Tsai said after the election that Taiwan’s “need to continue progress and move forward remains unchanged.” She added, “We hope that Taiwan-US relations will continue to move forward and strengthen regional and Serve as a major driving force for global prosperity and development.” Despite breaking official diplomatic relations with Taiwan in 1979, the US remains its main diplomatic ally and an important source of military equipment and intelligence. Lai’s victory is a blow to China which is trying to bring Taiwan under its control.

China strongly opposes Lai, the current vice president and a member of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). China has refused to accept the election results. China’s Foreign Ministry said in its statement on the election, “The question of Taiwan is China’s internal matter.” Whatever changes take place in Taiwan, it will not change the basic fact that there is only one China in the world and Taiwan is part of China. Taiwan said, “This statement is in line with international understanding and the current situation between Taiwan and China.” Is completely incompatible with. This goes against the expectations of global democratic communities and the desire of the Taiwanese people to uphold democratic values. Such clichés are not worth refuting.” Lai’s victory means the Democratic Progressive Party will secure a third four-year term. Lai will take office in May.

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