62 Quotes by Chen Shui-bian

A defensive referendum is for avoiding war and to help keep the Taiwanese people free of fear.

I believe that this is not only the view of the people on both sides of the Strait. It is also the common expectation of the US, Japan and the international community.

Taiwan is an independent sovereign country.

The results of the two referenda demonstrate the majority view of the Taiwanese people.

Over the next four years, I will continue to listen to different views and accept different suggestions.

I expect the ruling and opposition parties to work together for the future of Taiwan.

Secondly I would like to make continuous efforts of stabilising cross Strait relations, eventually reaching peace across the Taiwan strait and stability and security in the Asia Pacific region.

I have great confidence in Taiwan's democracy.

We have had a long wait for democracy.