Taipei, Sept. 26 (CNA) Republic of China President Chen Shui-bian received this year's 10 outstanding youths selected by the Taiwan Junior Chamber at the Presidential Office Wednesday.
Chen encouraged the outstanding youths to continue displaying their talents for the country, while being the model of the young generation at a time when Taiwan is facing an "unprecedented challenge."
Since 1963, the Taiwan Junior Chamber has selected 10 outstanding youths annually.
Chen affirmed the achievements of the outstanding youths and praised the Taiwan Junior Chamber for making contributions at home and abroad.
This year, the 10 outstanding youths have been selected from the fields of sports, labor, science and technology, medical science and social service.
During the reception, Chen heard the views of the outstanding youths in their fields and explained to them the government's policies.
Regarding the expectations of the outstanding youths, Chen said that he would ask related government agencies to speed up the pace for implementing relevant measures.
The outstanding youths paid the visit to Chen accompanied by Taiwan Junior Chamber President Wang Ling-chiao. Deputy Presidential Secretary-General Chen Che-nan was also present at the reception.