Ma Ying-jeou (2014) cited in: "No plans to promote use of simplified characters: Ma" in Taipei Times, 2 January 2014.
• Statement made during a calligraphy activity in Grand Hotel in Taipei, 1 January 2014.
• Statement made during a calligraphy activity in Grand Hotel in Taipei, 1 January 2014.
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Traditional Chinese characters carry both cultural significance and artistic values and promoting these characters has nothing to do with any political stance. It's very important for us not to sacrifice the characters for tourism.
— Ma Ying-jeou
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• Statement made during a calligraphy activity in Grand Hotel in Taipei, 1 January 2014." to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About Ma Ying-jeou
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.
About Ma Ying-jeou
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.
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