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See how the Lai lands: Taiwan’s new president
May 22, 2024
Join Alice Hsu, Senior China correspondent; Mike Bird, Asia business and finance editor; and Catherine Nixie, Britain correspondent, as they dissect Taiwan's new president, William Lai. They discuss his struggle to unify a divided nation while navigating China's pressures. The conversation shifts to the shrinking stock market as firms favor private ownership over public listings. They also humorously explore the shift from lonely hearts ads to dating apps, reflecting on how technology shapes modern relationships amid persistent human loneliness.
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- Taiwan's new president aims to strengthen the country while maintaining its geopolitical status quo.
- Public opinion in Taiwan leans towards stability and peaceful relations with China, despite concerns about potential future conflict.
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Taiwan's Presidential Inauguration and China's Concerns
William Lai's inauguration as Taiwan's new president marked a significant shift in the delicate relationship with China. Lai advocates for Taiwanese identity and self-determination, straining relations with Beijing. Despite emphasizing peace and stability in his speech, China views Lai as a threat to its territorial claims over Taiwan, leading to heightened tensions
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