Lai Qingde (right) said that as the chairman of the Democratic Progressive Party, he will cooperate with Chen Jianren (left) in a division of labor and jointly serve as the backing of President Tsai Ing-wen.

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[Reporter Chen Zhengyu/Taipei Report] President Tsai Ing-wen held a press conference today (27th) to announce that former Vice President Chen Chien-jen will take over as the Premier.

Vice President Lai Qingde said that as the chairman of the Democratic Progressive Party, he will cooperate with Chen Jianren in a division of labor to become a bridge between the ruling team and society, and jointly serve as Tsai Ing-wen's backing.

Lai Qingde said through Facebook today that "Brother Daren" Chen Jianren and him are the former and the former vice presidents. They have many exchanges in official affairs, and they are also good friends in private.

He admired Chen Jianren's devotion to faith, enthusiasm for academics, as well as his humility, self-effacing and selfless dedication in dealing with others.

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Lai Qingde said that Chen Jianren is an academician of the Academia Sinica, has an internationally renowned profound education, and is a pragmatic and rational scientist.

As Taiwan is moving toward recovery in the post-epidemic era, I believe that the "warm and tough" cabinet led by him will bring social care and progress, complete the consolidation of epidemic prevention measures, review of the social care system, improve national infrastructure, and promote the four core strategic industries. big task.

Lai Qingde pointed out that he would like to thank Su Zhenchang once again for four years, insisting on ideals for Taiwan's democracy, selfless commitment, and courage to take responsibility, leading Taiwan all the way through the major challenges of African swine fever, global epidemics, and changes in the world's political and economic situation. The spirit of "the government can do things" has laid a stronger foundation for Taiwan in the most difficult time and opened up a larger international space.

Lai Qingde also emphasized that the DPP is the ruling party, and it will put the needs and expectations of the people first. As the party chairman, he will work with Chen Jianren to become a bridge between the ruling team and the society, and jointly serve as the chairman of the party. English backing.

Let us prove to everyone that the DPP has the determination and the power to act, and will continue to promote Taiwan's democracy, peace and prosperity.