From philanthropist vegetable vendor to Wimbledon quarterfinalist, Taiwan has produced many extraordinary individuals of international fame. And in the latest issue of a reputable national magazine, the stories of 99 amazing Taiwanese are presented to show the readers why the island we live in is still full of hope.

Dancing flawlessly with the flags, 25-year-old Billy Chang is comfortable and confident when performing on stage.

Looking energetic and outgoing, he actually does volunteer work at senior homes.

As part of the events to celebrate the country's 100th birthday, 100 out

Principal of Luona Elementary School Ma Bi-de is also one of them.

He brought the choir consisted of indigenous kids to sing in the World Expo in Shanghai, hoping that the world would think of Taiwan when listening to the kids' singing.

Hsiao Ching-yang has been nominated three times at the Grammy Awards for Best Recording Package.

He collaborated with farmers in carving out the figure of a person with arms spread in a paddy field in Hualien to express Taiwan's down-to-earth personality.

Also chosen on the list include award-winning champion baker Wu Pao-chun, Merlin Award winner magician Jeff Lee and the tug-of-war team of Jinmei girls high school.

Although each of them comes with different backgrounds, what they have in common is the spirits that highlight Taiwan's vitality.

And they all deserve to be called the pride of Taiwan.