Secondly I would like to make continuous efforts of stabilising cross Strait relations, eventually reaching peace across the Taiwan strait and stability and security in the Asia Pacific region.

Even if one tree falls down it wouldn't affect the entire forest.

Taiwan is an independent, sovereign country.

We sincerely ask the Beijing authorities across the Strait to view the election result from a positive perspective, to accept the democratic decision of the Taiwanese people.

A defensive referendum is for avoiding war and to help keep the Taiwanese people free of fear.

I have great confidence in Taiwan's democracy.

Over the next four years, I will continue to listen to different views and accept different suggestions.