Lai Ching-te takes office as Taiwan's new president in swearing-in ceremony – video

Lai was sworn in at Taiwan's presidential office in central Taipei, taking over from Tsai Ing-wen, having served as her vice president for the past four years. His role as Taiwan's new president puts him at the helm of the self-ruled island as China ramps up military and political pressure on Taiwan.

• Taiwan’s new president takes office as China says independence and peace ‘like water and fire’