After his severe defeat, Lai Ching-te publicly stated his commitment to four adjustments.

After the heavy defeat, Lai Ching-te has come out to speak! On August 23, Lai Ching-te stated that, regarding the results, we must all respect and accept them. Whether the voices are loud or quiet, they are the people's sentiments. I will sincerely listen and keep them in my heart. Fellow citizens of the country, I have been in office for one year and three months. Regarding the shortcomings in the "government" administration, the ruling team will constantly reflect deeply and must make adjustments and changes.

At the same time, in response to expectations, the ruling team will make four adjustments. First, adjust the formation, the "cabinet" will initiate necessary personnel reorganization. Second, adjust the order of governance. We will focus on four priorities: economy first, people's livelihood first, the vulnerable first, and youth first. Third, adjust the interaction between the administration and the legislature. Fourth, adjust the "national" financial system. Obviously, after the second major defeat, Lai Ching-te has set aside his usual tough and stubborn face, showing a humble and reflective attitude.

Certainly, Lai Ching-te is just putting on a show or genuinely preparing to change course, which will be tested soon. Undoubtedly, this bitter cup is one that Lai Ching-te himself brewed. Lai Ching-te claimed to make four adjustments, but we can see that he did not mention cross-strait relations at all. What does this indicate? It indicates that Lai Ching-te probably has not truly shifted direction.

If Lai Ching-te truly cares about Taiwan, the first thing he should do is to ease the tense situation across the straits. But what we see is that the Democratic Progressive Party has just introduced a military budget bill accounting for 3.32% of GDP, clearly revealing its stance of using force to resist unification. Of course, after two consecutive defeats, the dissatisfaction of the people in the island with Lai Ching-te's policies is very clear. Lai Ching-te not reflecting and reforming is destined to be abandoned!

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