TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Former President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) celebrated on Sunday (Nov. 24) Taiwan's victory in the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Premier12 championship against Japan with Taiwanese expatriates in Canada. Attending the Halifax Forum, Tsai kept up with the unfolding game and praised the team's captain, Chen Chieh-hsien (陳傑憲), for his outstanding performance, leading the crowd in a chant of "Team Taiwan" to showcase Taiwan's soft power.
After the match, Tsai immediately shared the joy of Taiwan's triumph with guests. She led a spirited chant of "Taiwan No. 1! Team Taiwan!" that electrified the atmosphere. On Facebook, Tsai expressed gratitude to the players, coaches, and support staff for their dedication, stating they carried the "baseball spirit" of Taiwanese people from Taipei to Tokyo.
She emphasized that this championship is a significant milestone in Taiwan's baseball history. Tsai highlighted the unity and spirit of the Taiwanese people, which she said demonstrated Taiwan's strength on the global stage. The victory has not only marked a historic achievement but also reinforced a sense of national pride among Taiwanese worldwide.