Safeguarding Taiwan key to peace: LaiREMEMBERING DENG NAN-JUNG: Taiwan’s democratic way of life was built on the dedication and sacrifices of democracy advocates and the public’s collective courage, Lai saidBy Yu Chao-fu / Staff reporter, with CNATrue peace can only be achieved by safeguarding Taiwan’s sovereignty, President William Lai (賴清德) said yesterday at a memorial marking the 37th anniversary of democracy advocate Deng Nan-jung’s (鄭南榕) death. President William Lai, center, pays tribute at a memorial event at New Taipei City’s Jinbaosan Cemetery commemorating the 37th anniversary of the death of democracy activist Deng Nan-jung. “Based on the principles of equality and dignity, Taiwan is willing to engage in exchanges and cooperation with China to promote peace and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait,” he said. President William Lai, speaks at a memorial event at New Taipei City’s Jinbaosan Cemetery commemorating the 37th anniversary of the death of democracy activist Deng Nan-jung. The third pillar is deepening cooperation with democratic partners to safeguard regional stability, with Lai citing G7 statements emphasizing the importance of peace across the Taiwan Strait.

Source: Taipei Times April 07, 2026 17:13 UTC