New Taiwan president calls on China to stop its threats

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This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. INAUGURATION. Taiwan's new President Lai Ching-te and new Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim wave during the inauguration ceremony outside the Presidential office building in Taipei, Taiwan May 20, 2024. President Lai Ching-te, taking over from Tsai Ing-wen, says people must be realistic about the threat of Chinese pressure and Taiwan must show its determination to defend itself TAIPEI, Taiwan – Taiwan President Lai Ching-te asked China on Monday, May 20, to stop its military and political threats, saying in his inauguration speech that peace...