"There was just one vice mayor (in Hsinchu City Government). So I needed to do everything, not only as an engineer but as a deputy of the Mayor. As a vice mayor, I was in charge of everything in the (Hsinchu) city."

"Hou (Yu-ih) is a civil servant, the embodiment of justice and an iron mayor. He is going to be 'iron president' next year (2024). He will tackle injustice and political corruption by resuming the special investigator system so that we can have a fair and just country again."

"My national defense policy is to prepare for war, but not to provoke."

"Dialogue between Taipei and Beijing is also a crucial way to defuse crises and ensure peace and stability. I support the 1992 consensus, the approach to cross-strait dialogue agreed to by Taiwanese officials and counterparts from the mainland, consistent with the (Republic of China) Constitution."

"As a (former) police chief, I was in gunfights multiple times and have protected Taiwan with my life. People can testify that my life is intertwined with the safety of this nation."

"We do not need more fighter jets flying across the Taiwan Strait. Instead, we need more passenger jets and good timing to create peace."

"Taiwan will not be a trouble-maker, but instead will play a role in facilitating peace and reducing risks in the region."

"We are all born here in Taiwan and are nurtured by this land. It is important for Taiwanese to set aside their differences and work together for a better future. It is my dream to unite Taiwan."

"Taiwanese independence has no legal basis, so I oppose it. Unity in Taiwan should not be damaged by ideology. The Republic of China is our country and Taiwan is our home. We have to take good care of our home as well as our country."

"Although Taiwan guarantees freedom of speech, it is still a democratic country ruled by law."

"The head of a campaign office is just a title."

"There is (currently) indeed a shortage of surgical masks (in New Taipei due to COVID-19 outbreak). There is a lack of transparency on information about mask manufacturers and distribution. The (Republic of China) central government should clearly tell people how many masks each person can purchase."

"Using multiple warnings (text messages and broadcasts) will let people become aware of an (nuclear) incident instantly, and thus make timely and appropriate decisions to protect themselves."

"If the two universities (National Hsinchu University of Education and National Tsing Hua University) did not merge, then Hsinchu University, the smaller one, would have been forced to close due to the reduction in enrollments. The merger also allowed Tsing Hua University to gain an education-specific college, which it did not previously have, making it a top choice university for teaching students."

"Once our borders open for tourists (after COVID-19 lockdown), we need to have sufficient facilities for Muslim tourists. Even though we do not have many Muslim friends here (in Taipei) at the moment, we are committed to building a foundation."

"Taipei Mayor Ko hopes to make Taipei the world's most Muslim-friendly tourist spot, and we (Taipei City Government) are approaching that goal step-by-step."

"Freedom, diversity and openness are the main features that make Taipei attractive to visitors."

"I think that fasting (in the month of Ramadan for Muslims) is not only a religious rite, but also a symbol of human rights, as there are many places in the world that are going through rough times, and fasting shows our devotion."

"English proficiency opens up opportunities for young (Taiwanese) people. We must do this for the next generation."

"The true meaning of college education is to allow students from different countries engage in exchanges and to respect different opinions."

"The service trade agreement is a pact that benefits related sectors across the Taiwan Strait and promotes the interests of the public on both sides. It will result in a win-win situation for both sides."

"It is the most crucial responsibility of the Straits Exchange Foundation and the Association for Relations Across the Taiwan Straits to seek the biggest benefits for people on both sides. We will handle cross-strait affairs realistically and with patience."

"I believe that both sides (Mainland China and Taiwan) will continue to be friendly while our (Republic of China) policies will remain firm."

"As a leader, you should have values and beliefs... It is simply irresponsible to respond to public criticism by simply giving someone a demerit."

"I hope that government workers can be proactive. … Doling out punishment constantly would only cause them to have a mentality of 'the less one does, the fewer mistakes one makes.'"