Taiwan not to give up ‘free way of life under pressure’: President

Taiwan's president reaffirms the island's commitment to democracy and sovereignty, stating it will not relinquish its national sovereignty and dignity under pressure. Taiwan maintains the status quo across the Taiwan Strait and does not seek to change it, with China being the root cause of regional instability. Beijing considers Taiwan a part of its territory and has pledged reunification by force if necessary. The US has supported Taiwan through arms sales and remarks, suggesting it could defend Taiwan if attacked by China.