Taipei Times
Date: Nov 12, 2018
By: Staff writer, with CNA, WASHINGTON
President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) on Saturday called on Taiwanese living
A recorded video message from President Tsai Ing-wen is screened at an event on Saturday to mark the 50th anniversary of the Taiwanese Association of America in Washington. Photo: CNA
abroad to return home and cast their ballots in the nine-in-one elections on Nov. 24, saying it would be in the interest of safeguarding democracy.
“As the Nov. 24 local government elections approach, the whole world is watching whether Taiwanese will vote for a China- leaning party or choose one that is committed to democracy and human rights,” Tsai said in a recorded video that was played at an event in Washington to mark the 50th anniversary of the Taiwanese Association of America.
Expressing gratitude to expatriates for their long-time support, Tsai urged them to return to vote in the elections and show the rest of the world their commitment to safeguarding the nation’s democracy.
“Once our country is strong enough, we will never fear this changing world,” she said. [FULL STORY]