《TAIPEI TIMES》 Lai touts Taiwan’s tech role, prowess

‘TAIWAN CAN LEAD’:The nation has a responsibility to leverage its strengths and lead the advancement...…

President William Lai addresses the 46th annual conference of the North America Taiwanese Professors’ Association yesterday. Photo: Screen grab from a video on the Presidential Office’s Web site

‘TAIWAN CAN LEAD’:The nation has a responsibility to leverage its strengths and lead the advancement of technology and innovation worldwide, the president said

By William Hetherington / Staff writer, with CNA

Taiwan is at the forefront of technological development and plays a critical role in global supply chains, President William Lai （賴清德） said yesterday, adding that the nation must leverage its strengths to demonstrate leadership and advance global technological progress.

Lai made the remarks in a prerecorded video address shown during the 46th annual conference of the North America Taiwanese Professors’ Association, the Presidential Office said in a statement.

The association has made a significant impact in academia over the past 46 years, and has helped Taiwan engage with the international community, Lai said.

This year’s conference, titled “AI, Technology and Taiwan,” highlights Taiwanese academics’ concern for and support of Taiwan’s development.

Taiwan belongs to the world, Lai said, adding that as humanity enters the era of artificial intelligence （AI）, the nation stands at the forefront of technological innovation and serves as a critical link in the global supply chain.