Expect 'Continuity' Under New Taiwanese President

Taiwan's new President Lai Ching-te gives a speech at his inauguration ceremony in Taipei, Taiwan, May 20. (Getty Images)

By Marisa Herman | Wednesday, 29 May 2024 09:15 AM EDT

While Taiwan's new president Lai Ching-te may initially be "more accommodating" when it comes to diplomacy with Beijing, Far East experts largely expect "continuity" when it comes to policy.

During his inauguration speech, Lai issued a stern warning to China to stop its military and political threats as he also called for talks.

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Marisa Herman, a Newsmax senior reporter, focuses on major and investigative stories. A University of Florida graduate, she has more than a decade of experience as a reporter for newspapers, magazines, and websites.

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Expect 'Continuity' Under New Taiwanese President

Marisa Herman ✉

Marisa Herman, a Newsmax senior reporter, focuses on major and investigative stories. A University of Florida graduate, she has more than a decade of experience as a reporter for newspapers, magazines, and websites.

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