We have had a long wait for democracy.

We also intend to deal with the issue of incorporating basic human rights into our new constitution.

We have had a long wait for democracy.

In the 1999 resolution regarding Taiwan's future passed by the Democratic Progressive Party, it is stated very clearly that any change to the status quo of Taiwan must be decided by the people of Taiwan through referenda.

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

Also in the new constitution, we want to lower the voting age from 20 years to 18 years and also gradually implement a voluntary military service in replacement of the current compulsory military service.

I believe that this is not only the view of the people on both sides of the Strait. It is also the common expectation of the US, Japan and the international community.