Lee Teng-hui
Lee Teng-hui was a prominent Taiwanese politician who served as the President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) from 1988 to 2000. He is credited with leading Taiwan's transition to a multi-party democracy and was instrumental in implementing significant political reforms. Lee's presidency marked a period of increased international recognition for Taiwan, and he is often regarded as the 'father of Taiwan's democracy.' His legacy includes the establishment of the National Health Insurance (NHI) system, which has provided comprehensive healthcare coverage to the Taiwanese population.
Born on Jan 15, 1923 (102 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Taiwan | 1 | 9.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 23,816,775 | 30,224 | $670,000 | 850$ |
| Totals | 1 | 23,816,775 | 30,224 | $670,000 | 850$ |
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Taiwan:
Lee Teng-hui is honored in a musical tribute by the National Symphony Orchestra in Japan.
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Taiwan:
Lee Teng-hui promoted a policy of patience regarding investments in China.
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Taiwan:
As former president Lee Teng-hui’s quiet revolution overthrew the KMT party-state government.
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Taiwan:
Chen met with then-outgoing president Lee Teng-hui 10 times before taking office.
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Hong Kong:
Lee Teng-hui initiated policies aimed at reducing Taiwan's economic reliance on mainland China.
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Taiwan:
Lee Teng-hui was admired by Shinzo Abe for his values and contributions to the Japan-Taiwan relationship.
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Taiwan:
Lee Teng-hui became the leader of the KMT and president after Chiang's death in 1988.
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Taiwan:
Lee Teng-hui led Taiwan’s democratic transition from the authoritarian era and is remembered for his pursuit of democracy and sovereignty.
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Taiwan:
Lee won convincingly in Taiwan's first direct presidential election in 1996 despite China's attempts to influence the outcome.
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Dominican Republic:
The most recent crisis in the Taiwan Strait dates back to 1995-1996, during the presidency of Lee Teng-hui.
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