new president of taiwan

• William Lai Ching-tey has become the new President of Taiwan.

• William Lai Ching-te won the presidential election in January.

• New Vice President Hsia Bi-khim also took the oath of office along with Lai at a ceremony in Taipei on 20 May 2024.

• Outgoing President Tsai Ing-wen also bid farewell during the ceremony.

• During the last four years of outgoing President Tsai Ing-wen's second term, Lai has held the position of Vice President.