Ma Ying-jeou Quotes

born 1950 Hong Kong

Ma Ying-jeou (馬英九; Mǎ Yīngjiǔ; born 13 July 1950) is a politician in Taiwan (Republic of China). He served as the President of the Republic of China from 20 May 2008 to 20 May 2016.

Hong Kong

Also known as: Ma ying-jeou

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We must actively engage in regional economic integration, as Taiwan is an island with few natural resources and a relatively small economy. Taiwan had signed very few free-trade agreements in the past. How can we not be in a hurry to catch up?

Ma Ying-jeou (2014)

Renewable energy has its limitations and the government cannot put all its eggs in the same basket. We must develop different sources of energy, otherwise an energy crisis could result in a serious national security issue.

Ma Ying-jeou (2013)

We have no reason to be pessimistic about the (cross-strait service trade) agreement or to be afraid of its impact. The government will try its best to minimize possible damage and maximize the business opportunities the agreement can create.

Ma Ying-jeou (2013)

Both the 228 Incident (White Terror in Taiwan) and the June 4 Incident (Tiananmen Square Incident in Beijing) are like mirrors, reminding the leaders on both sides of the Taiwan Strait to engage in soul-searching and learn lessons.

Ma Ying-jeou (2013)

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Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Ma Ying-jeou (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.