Reported 8 months ago
President Lai Ching-te stated during the Huangpu Hundred Years School Anniversary speech that Taiwan must not accept the surrender doctrine of 'first battle ending all battles,' leading to criticism from former President Ma Ying-jeou's office for unnecessary provocation. Minister of Defense Kao Chin-hsung responded that Lai's intention is to enhance self-defense capabilities to prevent the CCP from achieving its invasion goals, emphasizing that Taiwan has never sought war but operates on a defensive deterrence principle. Lai urged military personnel to defend sovereignty and uphold the Republic of China's future in Taiwan collectively, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding national sovereignty and promoting peace, democracy, and prosperity.
Source: YAHOO