(21 Jan 2025)
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Pintung, Taiwan – 21 January 2025
1. Wide of mock intruders in red helmets attacking army base during anti-invasion drill in Taitung
2. Close of mock intruders firing
3. Various of soldiers with rifles moving behind armored personnel carrier and shooting at mock intruders
4. Mock intruder getting shot
5. Close of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te observing the drill
6. Armored vehicle moving toward mock intruders
7. Soldiers shooting at mock intruders
8. Zoom in of Lai looking at tank
9. Wide of Lai speaking to soldiers during lunch at air force base
10. Soldiers eating
11. SOUNDBITE (Mandarin) Lai Ching-te, Taiwanese President:
"China has never given up its ambition to annex Taiwan. This year, it has intensified its gray zone intrusion methods, posing a huge challenge. The cooperation of countries with authoritarian systems now has a major impact on the international order. Taiwan will be committed to maintaining regional peace and stability and safeguarding democracy and prosperity. You all play an important role in safeguarding peace and defending freedom and democracy."
12. Various of Lai standing next to a U.S. made F-16 fighter jet
13. Wide of Lai posing for group photo with soldiers at air force base
14. Close of Lai raising his fist
STORYLINE:
President Lai Ching-te visited military bases in eastern Taiwan on Tuesday to inspect troops and bolster morale ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays.
The visit included observing an anti-invasion drill and addressing soldiers about Taiwan’s commitment to defending democracy and maintaining peace in the face of escalating regional tensions.
At the army base in Taitung, Lai witnessed a live simulation exercise designed to repel a mock enemy invasion.
Soldiers armed with rifles practiced defensive maneuvers, firing at simulated adversaries marked by red helmets, as part of the training to enhance combat readiness.
Lai also visited an Air Force base in the region, where he delivered a speech emphasizing Taiwan’s determination to safeguard its sovereignty and uphold democratic values.
“China has never given up its ambition to annex Taiwan,” Lai said.
“Taiwan will be committed to maintaining regional peace and stability.”
Following his speech, Lai joined the soldiers for lunch.
His visit highlights the government’s recognition of the critical role the armed forces play in protecting Taiwan’s security, particularly as tensions with China continue to rise.
The president’s trip comes amid heightened military activity in the Taiwan Strait and frequent incursions by Chinese military aircraft into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone.
AP Video by Johnson Lai
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