ABC News
Date: August 15, 2019

Taiwan's pro-independence president Tsai Ing-wen has announced a competition inviting 20 guests to stay at Taipei's Presidential Palace free of charge.

The offer to stay in the Republic of China's 100-year-old landmark comes after the island's tourism industry was hit by a Chinese ban on solo travellers.

"I invite you to visit Taiwan and experience the warmth and hospitality of the people here," Ms Tsai told potential entrants.

"And while you are here, why don't you be my guest and spend the night at this presidential office building?"    [FULL  STORY]