PHOTO ESSAY / National Day celebrations kick off in front of Presidential Office
10/10/2025 09:11 AM
The Republic of China (Taiwan) celebrates its 114th National Day on Friday, featuring military parades and a variety of performances in front of the Presidential Office in Taipei.
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