Sun, Aug 17, 2003 - Page 1 News List

Chen, Lee warn of conservative forces' return

SAFEGUARD The president and former president said Taiwan must savor its democratic gains and not be forced to live in the shadow of the `one China' principle

By Chang Yun-Ping  /  STAFF REPORTER

Meanwhile, pro-democracy councilor Lau, who was attacked by the territory's media for collaborating with Taiwan's pro-independence forces by attending the conference, denied the allegations and said she is not a puppet of any faction in Taiwan.

"I speak for myself. If I can't even attend the meeting out my own will, what would people in Taiwan think about the `one country, two systems' principle?' That we don't even have the freedom to attend a meeting? It's ridiculous!" Lau said.Also See Stories:

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