In a National Day speech, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said democracy had thrived on the island despite increased Chinese pressure, and vowed that its people would remain “free for generations.”
As of Friday, the Hong Kong, China, team stood at 12th in the medals table with seven gold, 16 silver and 29 bronze medals. China remained in the lead with 179 gold, 99 silver and 55 bronze medals, followed by Japan and South Korea.
Local neighbourhoods came to life with lantern exhibitions, games, palm readings and traditional theatre, whilst families reunited to share mooncakes and meals together.
Also known as the mooncake festival, it marks the end of harvest time, and is when many East and Southeast Asian cultures believe the moon to be at its brightest and fullest.
As of Thursday, the Hong Kong, China, team stood at seventh in the medals table with five gold, eight silver and 14 bronze medals. China remained in the lead with 81 gold, 44 silver and 21 bronze medals, followed by South Korea and Japan.