Taipei: President Lai Ching-te, accompanied by politicians such as Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislator Wu Pei-yi and the ruling party's Secretary-General Hsu Kuo-yung, led Lunar New Year prayers at Taipei's Longshan Temple. During his speech, Lai took the opportunity to wish the entire nation a happy new year, adding that he was very happy to be praying at the historical Buddhist temple again. According to Focus Taiwan, the event was attended by several prominent figures and drew attention as part of the Lunar New Year celebrations. The presence of key political leaders underscored the importance of the occasion and demonstrated the government's commitment to cultural traditions. The Longshan Temple, known for its historical significance, served as a fitting backdrop for the celebrations.