Legislative Yuan to Coordinate National Defense Special Act on 6th; Green Camp Calls for Support for Executive Yuan's NT$1.25 Trillion Version
Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu will convene cross-party negotiations again on May 6 to discuss the National Defense Special Act draft. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) caucus today stated that over 60% of the public supports the NT$1.25 trillion budget over eight years to strengthen national defense, calling on the KMT and others to support it.
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(Central News Agency reporter Wang Yang-yu, Taipei, 4th) Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu will once again convene cross-party negotiations on May 6 to discuss the National Defense Special Act draft. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) caucus today stated that over 60% of the public supports the NT$1.25 trillion budget over eight years to strengthen national defense, and that the world is watching this legislative decision, hoping that the KMT and other parties will support it.
Han Kuo-yu had previously convened cross-party negotiations on the National Defense Special Act draft on April 27, where key articles, including procurement items and allocated amounts, failed to reach concrete consensus among parties. Han Kuo-yu announced that cross-party negotiations would be reconvened at 3 PM on May 6.
DPP caucus secretary-general Fan Yun and deputy secretary-general Huang Jie held a public opinion response press conference today. Regarding the upcoming negotiations on the National Defense Special Act draft on the 6th, Fan Yun stated that the Executive Yuan's version of the NT$1.25 trillion special defense act over eight years outlines seven major categories of expenditures, all of which are indispensable. Among these, "unmanned vehicles and their counter-systems" are crucial for strengthening indigenous defense capabilities.
Fan Yun noted that 60% of the public supports President Lai Ching-te's proposed NT$1.25 trillion version to strengthen national defense and enhance national resilience. She urged those within the KMT who support either the NT$810 billion or NT$380 billion versions to be accountable to their constituents, especially since the world is watching Taiwan's legislative decision this time. She expressed hope that the final approved version does not send a wrong message to the international community.
Huang Jie pointed out that these seven major expenditure categories are all indispensable, and expressed hope that the KMT and other parties will support the Executive Yuan's version of the National Defense Special Act draft, emphasizing its critical role in establishing a "Shield of Taiwan."
In addition, media asked about President Lai's scheduled visit to ally Eswatini last month, which was unexpectedly postponed, and his subsequent post on the 2nd stating his arrival in Eswatini. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that Taiwan, facing suppression from China and striving for international recognition, achieved a surprising victory in this test of wills.
Fan Yun commented that various circles observed Beijing's strong reaction, stating, "What makes Beijing angry usually means we did something right." She added that the 23 million people of Taiwan have the right to engage with the world, and President Lai's visit had three important goals: common security, common prosperity, and digital common prosperity. She also thanked allies and international friends for their assistance in enabling Taiwan to overcome interference from the Chinese Communist Party. (Edited by Su Lung-chi) 1150504
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(Central News Agency reporter Wang Yang-yu, Taipei, 4th) Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu will once again convene cross-party negotiations on May 6 to discuss the National Defense Special Act draft. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) caucus today stated that over 60% of the public supports the NT$1.25 trillion budget over eight years to strengthen national defense, and that the world is watching this legislative decision, hoping that the KMT and other parties will support it.
Han Kuo-yu had previously convened cross-party negotiations on the National Defense Special Act draft on April 27, where key articles, including procurement items and allocated amounts, failed to reach concrete consensus among parties. Han Kuo-yu announced that cross-party negotiations would be reconvened at 3 PM on May 6.
DPP caucus secretary-general Fan Yun and deputy secretary-general Huang Jie held a public opinion response press conference today. Regarding the upcoming negotiations on the National Defense Special Act draft on the 6th, Fan Yun stated that the Executive Yuan's version of the NT$1.25 trillion special defense act over eight years outlines seven major categories of expenditures, all of which are indispensable. Among these, "unmanned vehicles and their counter-systems" are crucial for strengthening indigenous defense capabilities.
Fan Yun noted that 60% of the public supports President Lai Ching-te's proposed NT$1.25 trillion version to strengthen national defense and enhance national resilience. She urged those within the KMT who support either the NT$810 billion or NT$380 billion versions to be accountable to their constituents, especially since the world is watching Taiwan's legislative decision this time. She expressed hope that the final approved version does not send a wrong message to the international community.
Huang Jie pointed out that these seven major expenditure categories are all indispensable, and expressed hope that the KMT and other parties will support the Executive Yuan's version of the National Defense Special Act draft, emphasizing its critical role in establishing a "Shield of Taiwan."
In addition, media asked about President Lai's scheduled visit to ally Eswatini last month, which was unexpectedly postponed, and his subsequent post on the 2nd stating his arrival in Eswatini. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that Taiwan, facing suppression from China and striving for international recognition, achieved a surprising victory in this test of wills.
Fan Yun commented that various circles observed Beijing's strong reaction, stating, "What makes Beijing angry usually means we did something right." She added that the 23 million people of Taiwan have the right to engage with the world, and President Lai's visit had three important goals: common security, common prosperity, and digital common prosperity. She also thanked allies and international friends for their assistance in enabling Taiwan to overcome interference from the Chinese Communist Party. (Edited by Su Lung-chi) 1150504
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