Lai Ching-te, president-elect of Taiwan: “Between democracy and authoritarianism, we choose democracy”

The elected president of the TaiwanThe Official Lai Ching-teof Democratic Progressive Party (PDP) guaranteed this Saturday that, between “democracy and authoritarianism”, the Taiwanese remained “on the side of democracy”, after obtaining 40% of the votes in the island’s presidential elections.

“We tell the international community that, between democracy and authoritarianism, we remain on the side of democracy. The Republic of China – Taiwan we will continue to walk alongside the world’s democracies“Lai said at a press conference, in which he was accompanied by the vice-president-elect, Hsiao Bi-khim.

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During his initial intervention, the ruler’s leader Democratic Progressive Party (PDP) underlined its intention to “maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait“, and pledged to act in accordance with the”democratic and constitutional order”of the island to maintain the current “status quo” with China, on the principles of “dignity” It is “parity”.

“We are determined to safeguard Taiwan from China’s continued threats and intimidation“, said Lai, who added that his government will seek to resume “dialogue” and the “cooperation” with Beijingsomething that will resultbeneficial”For the populations on both sides of the strait.

The leader of PDPwho will take office on May 20th, considered that in the last eight years China “did not answer”to the good intentions of the outgoing president, Tsai Ing-wen.

“We hope that China recognizes the new situation and understands that only peace benefits both sides of the Strait. Global peace and stability depend on peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, and China also has a responsibility-Lai said.

Regarding the new configuration of the Legislative Yuan (Parliament), where no party achieved a majority on its own, Lai made clear his intention to “collaborate”With the opposition parties.

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“The clearest message the Taiwanese have given in this election cycle is that they want a competent government, but also a strong balance of powers”, acknowledged the president-elect.

With almost 100% of the polls counted, the PDP candidate was the winner with 40% of the votes, far surpassing the PDP opposition candidates. Kuomintang, Hou Yu-ih (33.49%) and Taiwan People’s Party, Ko Wen-je (26.45%).

The choice of Lai, who defined himself as a “pragmatic worker for Taiwan independence”in the past, predicts a worsening of relations with China, which considers the island a rebellious province.

Source: Elcomercio

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