Focus Taiwan
Date: 2017/10/10

Taipei, Oct. 10 (CNA) President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Tuesday delivered her National Day address, in which she pledged to accelerate reform, safeguard Taiwan’s democracy and freedom, and find Taiwan’s place in the new international order.

The following is the full text of her speech, titled “Better Taiwan”:

Mr. Su Jia-chyuan (蘇嘉全), Chairperson of the National Day celebration, distinguished guests, my fellow countrymen watching on television and online, good morning!

Today is the 106th National Day of the Republic of China. On behalf of the country, I want to thank our friends and overseas compatriots who have come from afar to join us in celebrating the ROC’s birthday. Thank you.    [FULL  SPEECH]