Reported 8 months ago
On June 21, 2024, President Lai Ching-te showed concern for the severe flooding in Guangdong, China, using simple Chinese characters. Despite the official stance of Taiwan not being under the People's Republic of China, President Lai has consistently called for cross-strait cooperation, especially during times of disasters such as diseases and natural calamities. Lai expressed condolences and hoped for a swift recovery for the flood-affected areas, emphasizing humanitarian care while acknowledging the current tragic situation and mass evacuations caused by the heavy rainfall in Guangdong. This was Lai's first use of simple Chinese characters in a public statement since taking office.
Source: YAHOO