Ma Ying-jeou quotes - page 2

Ma Ying-jeou is a Taiwanese politician and former President of the Republic of China (Taiwan). Known for his efforts to improve cross-strait relations between Taiwan and mainland China, he played a significant role in regional diplomacy. He continues to be an influential figure in Taiwanese politics and public discourse. Here are 31 of his quotes:

It's very important for Taiwan to maintain its international contact.

Ma Ying-jeou

I require every Taipei student to swim; if they can't pass the test they won't graduate. Why do I do that? Because I think that is very, very important integral part of their education.

Ma Ying-jeou

We do not and will not promote 'two Chinas', 'one China and one Taiwan' or 'Taiwan independence'. Taiwan and Mainland China share the common heritage. Both sides of the Taiwan Strait are part of the Chinese nation. Their people are descendants of the same ancestors. The people of mainland China and the people of Taiwan share a common bloodline, history and culture. And after five years of peaceful exchange, the two sides have created an unprecedented horizon for the Chinese nation, as well as set an example, not only for East Asia but also for the entire world, on how to settle disputes peacefully. With mutual non-recognition of sovereignty and mutual non-denial of jurisdiction as guiding principles, both sides should continue to expand and deepen their ties in areas such as commerce, culture, technology, environmental protection and human rights.

Ma Ying-jeou

With Taiwan, it took about 40 years to go from an authoritarian to a democratic society.

Ma Ying-jeou

Many in Taiwan believe that Hu Jintao is much more sophisticated than his predecessors in understanding Taiwan. He represents a different generation of leaders, more pragmatic, less ideological.

Ma Ying-jeou