「Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, I am Ko Wen-je. I am delighted to welcome you all today and thank you for joining us on this wonderful occasion to commemorate the 100th year anniversary of Taipei.
As the capital city of Taiwan, I am proud to say that Taipei’s core values lie in diversity, integrity and prosperity. As you may have learned, Taipei is a city that has been nourished by different cultures. Since then, we have continued to grow with a globalized mindset. It is my honour today to showcase the past 100 years of Taipei’s journey and together, we can picture the very next century for our beloved city.
Taipei is home to the idea of diversity, as you may discover this beautiful feature through food, music, exhibitions, languages and architectures. For the past century, we continue to embrace the world, as you embrace us in return. Given that, our history of diversity not only helps different people to find their home in Taipei. Further, because of your profound efforts, we are now living in a city of potential and possibility.
Hence, we are proud to claim that Taipei is home to the largest LGBT pride parade in all of Asia. Together, our differences make Taipei unique and creates a place where we may find a sense of belongingness.
Integrity is at the heart of Taipei City’s operations, where we champion the dignity and accessibility of each citizen. In the face of this global pandemic, Taipei has become renowned for our innovative solutions and measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. It is important to recognise that when it comes to the issues of digital security and human rights, Taipei City Government has never compromised with the threat of this pandemic.
Together, we are committed to building a prosperous city that elevates Taipei to the global standard. By 2022, Taipei Music Center, Taipei Performing Arts Center and Taipei Dome will all be open to the public.
Last but not least, we are working towards a city that is fully functional in English, which strengthens our competitiveness and makes Taipei an even friendlier environment for investment. Prosperity for all is our goal, which is why we hope that in the future, all guests present will join us in our effort to bring opportunities to Taipei.
I hope everyone enjoys the tour today. And please join us to write the next chapter of diversity, integrity, and prosperity for Taipei with us. I look forward to discussing Taipei's future prospects with you. Thank you. 」