WATCH: Taiwan's new president calls out China in inauguration speech

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“My fellow citizens, as we pursue the ideal of peace, we must not harbour any delusions," Taiwan’s new President Lai Ching-te said after being sworn into office.

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00:00 This performance will be presented by the Ministry of National Defense.

00:04 [Music]

00:09 [Speaking in Chinese]

00:12 To the main stage.

00:14 [Speaking in Chinese]

00:16 A big round of applause.

00:18 Also, let's give a warm welcome to our…

00:21 [Speaking in Chinese]

00:29 …your love for our country and the people has earned you our trust.

00:33 [Music]

00:38 [Speaking in Chinese]

00:46 International democratic allies, let us take this opportunity…

00:49 …allies and our many friends across the office.

00:52 [Speaking in Chinese]

00:55 …are now flying over the presidential office.

00:59 (singing in foreign language)

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