Taiwan marked its National Day with cultural celebrations and a show of military strength amid rising tensions with China . President Lai Ching-te unveiled the "T-dome" air-defense plan and pledged increased defense spending, emphasizing peace through societal resilience. China condemned Taiwan's independence efforts, while Lai urged Trump to persuade Xi Jinping to renounce force, suggesting it could earn him a Nobel Peace Prize. Taiwan remains reliant on US support to deter Beijing.