Taipei: Central and local governments across Taiwan held flag-raising ceremonies Thursday to celebrate the arrival of 2026. President Lai Ching-te, Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim, Premier Cho Jung-tai, Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu, Kuomintang (KMT) Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen, and other top officials attended the main ceremony held in front of the President's Office in Taipei.
According to Focus Taiwan, these ceremonies were organized to mark the beginning of the new year and were attended by citizens and government officials alike. The event in Taipei was the focal point, drawing significant public attention and participation from high-ranking officials.
The ceremonies symbolize unity and patriotism, with the national flag hoisting marking a significant part of the celebrations. Various cities and towns across Taiwan took part in these events, reflecting the importance of the occasion nationwide.
