National Day Celebration Preview
REPORTER:
Taiwan's government is gearing up for its 115th anniversary next week and has revealed plans for celebrations across the country.
Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu, who oversees National Day preparations, has unveiled this year’s National Day logo. He says it was inspired by the country’s leading industry: semiconductors. New Taipei will host the official gala, while the southeastern county of Taitung will hold the fireworks show. The Presidential Office building will also have a light show, highlighting the 30th anniversary of free presidential elections in Taiwan.
Pan Men-an (SECRETARY-GENERAL, PRESIDENTIAL OFFICE):
Audiovisual and animated creations will look back on the past 30 years while at the same time welcoming Taiwan’s new future.
The light show will be on display from Oct. 7th through Oct. 10th.