25th Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum – Ominous Security Challenges From Adversarial Nationstates

In a spirited and heartfelt address, Mr. You SiKun expressed profound gratitude to the Global Alliance of Democracies for their unwavering and steadfast support of Taiwan. He highlighted the concerning decline in global democracy, as clearly documented in the 2022 Freedom in the World report, which underscores the challenges faced by democratic nations worldwide. Mr. You emphasized Taiwan’s strategic and pivotal position as a frontline in the ongoing struggle between democracy and autocracy, stressing the importance of Taiwan’s role in this global conflict. He vehemently denounced China’s claims over Taiwan, labeling them as historical fabrications and distortions of the truth. Mr. You also noted the growing international recognition and awareness of China’s dishonesty and deceptive practices on the global stage. He concluded his address with an impassioned and resolute affirmation that Taiwan will not stand alone in its determined stand against autocracy. Mr. You called for collective efforts and united action from the global community to safeguard democracy and freedom worldwide, emphasizing the need for solidarity and cooperation in the face of authoritarian threats.