Taiwan President William Lai visits troops in Penghu County
epa11588651 Taiwan President William Lai (C) chants slogans with Navy Personnel inside a naval base in Penghu County, Taiwan, 06 September 2024. President Lai stated on 02 September that Beijing's motive for wanting to annex Taiwan is to 'transform the rules-based global order' and pursue 'hegemony,' rather than concerns about 'territorial integrity.' He noted in a television interview on Sunday evening that China's plan to attack and annex Taiwan does not stem from the actions or statements of any specific individual or political group. EPA/RITCHIE B. TONGO
