Lai underscores democracy, 'four-pillar plan' for defense, diplomacy

Taiwan will continue engaging with democratic countries around the world as it works to bolster its defense capabilities under a "four-pillar plan" for peace, President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) said on Monday in his inaugural address.

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