TAIPEI — An estimated 180,000 people marched through Taipei on Saturday (Oct 28) in a riotous and noisy celebration of LGBTQ+ equality and diversity at east Asia's largest Pride march, with Vice President Lai Ching-te becoming the most senior government leader ever to attend.
The event took place ahead of Taiwan's presidential and parliamentary elections in January, and Lai, leading opinion polls to be elected president, joined the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's delegation, seeking to cement its position as a defender of liberal values.
"Equal marriage is not the end — it's the starting point for diversity. I will stand steadfast on this path." The streets of central Taipei were packed for the annual parade, the 21st since it began and including go-go dancers and drag queens.
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