Lai Calls for ‘Peace Through Strength’ at Ceremony

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Ahead of Armed Services Day, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te stresses national unity and presents awards to service members. The ceremony takes place amid a debate over the lack of pay raises and increased benefits in the 2026 defense budget.

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00:00Taiwan President Lai Qingde has emphasized national unity in a speech to military members

00:05on the eve of Armed Services Day.

00:07但我们要的和平是透过实力达到的真和平唯有强化国防战力

00:16落实全民团结我们才能够真正守护国家主权与民主自由人权

00:25Lai said his administration remains committed to improving pay and working conditions for military personnel.

00:32This comes amid a debate over whether next year's defense budget should include increased benefits.

00:38Lai also presented awards to distinguished service members at the ceremony.

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