Lai Ching-te
President of Taiwan and former vice president, focused on national defense, economic resilience, and Taiwan's semiconductor-led role in the global economy; speaks here about increased Chinese military pressure and Taiwan–U.S. relations.
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Dec 4, 2025 • 14min
Taiwan’s President Warns China Is Getting More Aggressive
Lai Ching-te, President of Taiwan and former vice president, emphasizes the growing military pressure from China and its implications for Taiwan and U.S. relations. He discusses Taiwan's robust $40 billion defense budget and the critical role of semiconductors in global trade, expressing readiness for worst-case scenarios. Lai highlights international support from the G7 and praises cooperation with the U.S. under past administrations. He also reflects on Taiwan's capabilities in chip manufacturing and the need for global collaboration to avert an AI bubble.
May 22, 2024 • 8min
Taiwan's New Government, With an Eye Towards China
The podcast features Lai Ching-te, the new president of Taiwan, discussing the delicate balance between Taiwan and China. The episode explores internal divisions, external challenges, legislative power debates, military reforms, and insights from young Taiwanese recruits in the face of China's looming threat.
