Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Lai Ching-te : No democratic sovereignty is not true peace

 Research, editing : Gan Yung Chyan, KUCINTA SETIA

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News (1) to (10) / Reporter : Chen Yun / https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/politics/breakingnews/4303732

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Lai Ching-te: The DPP has not given up on peace, but no sovereignty is not true peace
  
Image :In the evening of 16 May 2023, Lai Ching-te, chairman of the Democratic Progressive Party, went to Chengchi University to participate in the "Politics Enters University?! - A Date with the Chairman" activity and had a face-to-face discussion with students. (Photo by reporter Liu Xinde)

Chairman of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and presidential candidate Lai Ching-te attended the "Politics Enters University!? Have an appointment with the chairman" event organized by the National Chengchi Student Union and the Student Councilat night of 16 My 2023 and had a direct talk with the students. Baseball is likened to the three major democratic action plans. He emphasized that the DPP has not given up the opportunity for peace, but it does not advocate accepting the 1992 Consensus and signing a peace agreement. real peace. He also emphasized that even so, we will not give up cooperation and exchanges with China to improve the well-being of people on both sides of the strait, but the premise is to maintain a status of equality and dignity.

"You guys are so bold that you let politics enter the campus. You are so bold. I like it very much. I give you a thumbs up!" Lai Chng-te gave a speech titled "Becoming a Wave Maker in Taiwan". He said that the ideals of young people are the power of the progress of the times. The DPP has young people joining in every era. Therefore, the ideals and pursuits of young people are also the ideals and pursuits of the DPP. Tomorrow (17 May 2023) is the fourth year of the third reading of the Marriage Equal Rights Act. It is the result of the tireless efforts of many young people. How fortunate the DPP is to pursue their ideals together with everyone, and has won the support of young people. It has found a way to implement it after it came to power in constant progress.

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DPP propagates the importance of Taiwan's love, peace and non-violence 

Lai Ching-te said that in addition to fighting for democracy, the DPP is also fighting for peace. Many people have heard of "cleanness, diligence, and love for the country." There is support from Taiwanese society, but the DPP has another value, "love, peace, and non-violence." The early democratic predecessors Peng Mingmin, Lin Yixiong, Huang Xinjie, Shi Mingde, Chen Ju, Yao Jiawen, Zhang Junxiong, etc., although they used to Being caught and imprisoned, but no one has ever advocated an eye for an eye.

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Lai Ching-te : There are no winners in war, National defence is a deterrent force against totalitarianism

Lai Chng-te said that peace is priceless, there are no winners in war, and Taiwan faces a direct threat from China, but we will not change our stance on peace, nor will we give up any chance for peace, but the way of the DPP is to enhance its national defense capabilities and show its ability to protect itself. determination, and to stand with democratic countries to exert a deterrent force so that totalitarianism does not dare to act rashly. 

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Lai Ching-te: Signing a peace agreement with the CCP based on the 1992 Consensus is not real peace

The DPP does not advocate accepting the 1992 Consensus and signing a peace agreement. Peace is not real peace. Hong Kong and Tibet are examples.

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Lai Ching-te: The fruits of the economy should be supplemented by surplus, the importance of "Democracy, Peace and Prosperity" to every Chinese

Lai Ching-te said that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) advocates that the fruits of the economy should not be obtained by individuals alone, but should be supplemented by surplus. At the same time, it will fight against the black gold gun drug to establish a harmonious, stable and just society, so that young people can see hope and middle-aged people can realize their dreams, the elderly get happiness, and the disadvantaged get care. The English abbreviation of "Democracy, Peace and Prosperity" is the same as the English abbreviation "DPP" of the Democratic Progressive Party. This is also the national security strategy of the Democratic Progressive Party, hoping to build the country into a democracy. A peaceful and prosperous country is also the vision dedicated to young people and every Chinese.

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Lai Ching-te: Young people are a driving force for progress, national power

Lai Ching-te pointed out that in the 2020s, Taiwan is facing challenges such as the rise of emerging technologies, the impact of the climate crisis, and changes in global geopolitics. He very much hopes to call on all young people to join the ranks of developing the country, face the challenges together, and turn the challenges of the country into opportunities. As a driving force for progress, those with aspirations can take joining the ranks of the country as a stage to realize their dreams, make young people more powerful, and the country will also be the backing of young people, hoping to promote "democratic unity", "democratic governance", and "democratic peace". 3 major democratic action plans to solve the challenges we are facing.

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Different political parties are competitors that should unite externally

Lai Ching-te said that in a democratic society, different political parties are competitors, not enemies, and should be united externally. He also used the World Baseball Classic as an analogy. Many people are fans of the Brothers and Elephants. He is a fan of the United Lions, and even Lamigo fans. No matter which team it is, when Taiwan's national representatives stand on the national stage, we will no longer divide each other and cheer for the national team. This is the spirit of democratic unity.

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Democratic governance should be more open to encourage a plaform for unity

The part of democratic governance is to establish a more open government to allow the public to participate in discussions, formulate policies, and help the country solve problems and promote national progress. He also used the baseball metaphor to say that in the past baseball was "the coach's decision", but now there are coaches, trainers, physical trainers, and statisticians. The spirit of democratic governance in Taiwan is the same as that of baseball. Regardless of political parties, men, women, or children, there should be a platform for unity.

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DPP's concept of democracy and peace with CCP China is strengthened by national defence

Regarding the concept of democracy and peace, Lai Ching-te said that Taiwan is facing a direct threat from China, and the situation is very difficult, but we have not changed our peaceful stance, and we will not give up any opportunities for peace. We must have confidence in ourselves. In addition to strengthening national defense forces, even standing with the democratic camp, the attitudes of many countries in the world have gradually become consistent recently. Everyone feels the threat of totalitarianism and realizes that they must stand together in unity.

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Improving the well-being of Chinese on both sides through opportunities of cooperation and exchanges with CCP

However, Lai Ching-te emphasized that even so, he still believes that Taiwan should cooperate with China based on the goal of improving the well-being of people on both sides of the strait. Everyone can discuss cooperation plans. As long as there is equality and dignity, Taiwan should not give up opportunities of cooperation and exchanges with CCP China, but also to enhance mutual understanding,  reconciliation, and achieve peaceful development.



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