TAIPEI -- Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, was sworn in on Monday, completing his ascent from humble beginnings to the top office and calling on China to respect the will of voters.
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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te delivers his inaugural speech after being sworn into office in Taipei on May 20. © AFP/Jiji
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