President Lai Commits to Defending the Five-Power Constitution

Taipei: President Lai Ching-te has emphasized his commitment to safeguarding the Five-Power Constitution, stating that the role of the president is to act as the guardian of the nation's Constitution. This was reported by major Taiwan dailies on Monday as they highlighted President Lai's statements concerning constitutional duties and civil rights. According to Focus Taiwan, President Lai underscored the importance of direct civil rights as a means to protect the nation. His remarks come amidst discussions on constitutional integrity and the role of the executive branch in upholding democratic principles within Taiwan. In economic news, the Economic Daily News reported on the Taiwanese stock market's performance, predicting a liquidity-driven rally in July. Similarly, the Commercial Times suggested that the Taiex, Taiwan's stock market index, is poised to reach its peak before the end of the year, reflecting positive investor sentiment. Meanwhile, the Taipei Times covered the visit of a British minister to Taiwan for trade talks. This visit highlights ongoing international interest in strengthening trade relations with Taiwan, amidst global economic shifts.