Taiwan condemns ‘contemptible’ timing of China-Russia partnership
2 years, 11 months ago

Taiwan condemns ‘contemptible’ timing of China-Russia partnership

Al Jazeera  

Taipei says Russia’s declaration before the Winter Olympics that the island is part of China increases people’s ‘disgust’ of Beijing’s ‘arrogance and bullying’. Taiwan on Saturday condemned as “contemptible” the timing of China and Russia’s “no limits” partnership at the start of the Winter Olympic Games, saying the Chinese government was bringing shame to the spirit of the games. “It not only increases the Taiwanese people’s disgust at and loathing for the Chinese government’s arrogance and bullying, it also clearly shows all the world’s countries the sinister face of the Chinese Communist regime’s aggression, expansionism and damaging of peace.” At a time when the world’s eyes are focused on the Winter Olympic Games and cheering on their athletes, the Chinese government has used the Russian summit to engage in the expansion of authoritarianism, the ministry added. “This is an insult to the peaceful spirit embodied by the Olympic Rings, and will be spurned by Taiwan’s people and held in contempt by democratic countries.” In recent months, tensions between China and Taiwan have intensified as Taipei accused Beijing of repeatedly violating its air defence zone following incursions by dozens of Chinese aircraft.

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Taiwan says China is redoubling efforts to undermine democracy with disinformation
6 days, 4 hours ago

Taiwan says China is redoubling efforts to undermine democracy with disinformation

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan ’s government says China is redoubling efforts to undermine confidence in the self-governing island’s democracy and close ties with the United States through the spread of disinformation, especially online. China created “inauthentic accounts” to distribute its propaganda on Youtube, used technology such as AI to create fake videos and flooded comments sections with pro-China statements, the …

'No one can ever stop...': Xi again warns Taiwan's reunification with China, Lai Ching-te fires back
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1 week, 2 days ago

'No one can ever stop...': Xi again warns Taiwan's reunification with China, Lai Ching-te fires back

India TV News  

Beijing: President Xi Jinping has said that no one can ever stop Taiwan’s reunification with China as he signed off 2024 amid growing anxieties in the country over the continued slowdown of the economy and the return of Donald Trump, who has threatened to impose punitive tariffs and trade measures against Beijing in his second term. On the foreign policy …

China's Xi says no one can stop unification with Taiwan
Trending News
1 week, 2 days ago

China's Xi says no one can stop unification with Taiwan

Deccan Chronicle  

China's President Xi Jinping said Tuesday that "no one can stop" unification with Taiwan, as he addressed the nation in a New Year's speech. China has intensified pressure on the democratic island in recent years, and has staged three rounds of major military drills since President Lai Ching-te came to power in May. No one can sever our blood ties, …

Amid rising China-Taiwan tension, Beijing sends team to Taipei for pacts on healthcare, red panda
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Amid rising China-Taiwan tension, Beijing sends team to Taipei for pacts on healthcare, red panda

Firstpost  

Deputy head of Shanghai’s Taiwan Affairs Office Li Xiaodong and Shanghai Vice Mayor Hua Yuan arrived in Taipei on Monday for an annual forum hosted this year by the Taipei City government, which is led by the Beijing-friendly main opposition party Kuomintang A group of Chinese politicians arrived in Taiwan on Monday for a rare visit, as relations between Beijing …

China blasts the USA for hosting Taiwan president as Beijing vows 'resolute countermeasures' against potential $385m arms sale in aftermath of Chinese war games around island nation
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1 month, 1 week ago

China blasts the USA for hosting Taiwan president as Beijing vows 'resolute countermeasures' against potential $385m arms sale in aftermath of Chinese war games around island nation

Daily Mail  

China has slammed the US for hosting the president of Taiwan on American soil, and vowed to implement 'resolute countermeasures' against the sale to the island nation of arms worth nearly $400million. The sale was announced hours before Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te left on a visit to Taipei's three diplomatic allies in the Pacific, with stops in Hawaii and the …

Taiwan President Lai in US for Pacific tour amid rising tensions with China
1 month, 1 week ago

Taiwan President Lai in US for Pacific tour amid rising tensions with China

Firstpost  

Beijing especially bristles at official exchanges between Taiwan and the United States, which does not recognise Taipei diplomatically but is its most important backer and biggest supplier of arms Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te delivers his address during National Day celebrations in front of the Presidential Office in Taipei on October 10, 2024. AFP Taiwan President Lai Ching-te arrived Saturday in …

China opposes any visit by leader of Taiwan authorities to US: spokesperson
1 month, 1 week ago

China opposes any visit by leader of Taiwan authorities to US: spokesperson

China Daily  

BEIJING -- China opposes any visit by the leader of the Taiwan authorities to the United States in any name or under whatever pretext, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday. Stressing that the one-China principle is a basic norm of international relations and a prevailing international consensus, Mao said the Lai Ching-te authorities' political manipulation and separatist provocations …

Beijing affirms opposition to exploiting Taiwan question
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Beijing affirms opposition to exploiting Taiwan question

China Daily  

Beijing has expressed firm opposition to certain countries for using the Taiwan question as an excuse to strengthen regional military deployments and provoke confrontations, undermining regional peace and stability. "Taiwan is an inseparable part of China's territory, and the Taiwan question is a matter of China's internal affairs," Mao said while rejecting relevant countries exploiting the Taiwan question to stir …

Beijing affirms opposition to exploiting Taiwan question
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Beijing affirms opposition to exploiting Taiwan question

China Daily  

Beijing has expressed firm opposition to certain countries for using the Taiwan question as an excuse to strengthen regional military deployments and provoke confrontations, undermining regional peace and stability. "Taiwan is an inseparable part of China's territory, and the Taiwan question is a matter of China's internal affairs," Mao said while rejecting relevant countries exploiting the Taiwan question to stir …

As Beijing threatens, Taiwan looks nervously at Trump
1 month, 3 weeks ago

As Beijing threatens, Taiwan looks nervously at Trump

Live Mint  

TAIPEI—Donald Trump has given Taiwan more than a few reasons to be anxious. “I’m confident that the longstanding partnership between Taiwan and the U.S. will keep being a key pillar of stability in the region," President Lai Ching-te said Wednesday after a briefing on what to expect from the White House after Trump returns. Taiwan must brace for economic shock …

Putin backs ‘no limits’ friend Xi’s Taiwan move: ‘China not pursuing an aggressive policy’
2 months ago

Putin backs ‘no limits’ friend Xi’s Taiwan move: ‘China not pursuing an aggressive policy’

Firstpost  

China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, despite strong objections by the government in Taipei, and regularly holds wargames near the island Russian President Vladimir Putin described China on Thursday as Russia’s ally and threw his weight behind Beijing’s claims over Taiwan while stating that no countries had anything to fear from deepening Sino-Russian cooperation. “We do not …

China launches war games around Taiwan, drawing sharp criticism from Taipei
2 months, 3 weeks ago

China launches war games around Taiwan, drawing sharp criticism from Taipei

ABC  

China's military has commenced a new round of war games near Taiwan, aimed at signalling a stern warning to the island's pro-independence movements. Taiwan's Defence Ministry said on Tuesday it had detected a record number of 153 Chinese military aircraft participating in China's war games around the island. Taiwan's security chief said China's military drills around the island were "inconsistent …

Taiwan asks for investigation into a fan at Olympic badminton having a sign taken away and ripped up
5 months ago

Taiwan asks for investigation into a fan at Olympic badminton having a sign taken away and ripped up

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s government on Monday called on French authorities to investigate an incident at the Paris Olympics men’s doubles badminton final against China when a supporter had her sign reading, “Let’s go Taiwan,” ripped from her hands and torn up. A towel with a similar sentiment was also taken from a fan during the match, in which Taiwan’s …

For US, relationship a zero-sum game: China Daily editorial
5 months, 2 weeks ago

For US, relationship a zero-sum game: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Citing catastrophic global consequences of potential missteps, former US treasury secretary Larry Summers told the 2024 Aspen Security Forum that "managing successfully the relationship between the United States and China is our most important global challenge". The US secretary of state claimed that China was "working closely" with Moscow to enable Russia to work around Western sanctions. While Beijing has …

Taiwan says it is learning from Ukraine how a smaller country can stand up to invasion
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan says it is learning from Ukraine how a smaller country can stand up to invasion

The Independent  

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Taiwan takes ‘pragmatic’ approach to keep formal allies amid China pressure
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Taiwan takes ‘pragmatic’ approach to keep formal allies amid China pressure

Al Jazeera  

Taipei chooses pragmatism over ideology in relations with its diplomatic allies, but it might not be enough to keep Beijing at bay. “That is part of the reason why Taiwan’s diplomatic allies are very important even if they are all quite small economically and demographically,” he said. “But Taiwan’s diplomatic allies have a seat at the table in these organisations …

US reacts as China objects to Narendra Modi's exchange with Taiwan President
7 months ago

US reacts as China objects to Narendra Modi's exchange with Taiwan President

India Today  

Amid China's protest over the exchange of greetings between Narendra Modi and Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, the US State Department said such congratulatory messages between two foreign leaders are a part of diplomatic business. Earlier on Wednesday, Modi's remarks came in response to a congratulatory message from Taiwan President Lai Ching-te on his election victory. I look forward to closer …

China ready to ‘forcefully’ stop Taiwan independence: Defence minister
7 months, 1 week ago

China ready to ‘forcefully’ stop Taiwan independence: Defence minister

Al Jazeera  

Dong Jun says ‘whoever dares to split Taiwan from China will be crushed to pieces and suffer his own destruction’. Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun has said the country’s military was ready to “forcefully” stop Taiwan’s independence, in a fiery speech at a Singapore security forum. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue conference in Singapore on Sunday, Dong said the self-ruled …

China denounces US-UK engagement of Taiwan shortly after election of new president
7 months, 1 week ago

China denounces US-UK engagement of Taiwan shortly after election of new president

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China’s Defense Ministry on Thursday denounced U.S. and U.K. affirmations of support for Taiwan’s newly elected government, shortly after the island claimed by Beijing freely chose its new leaders. Col. Wu Qian accused the United Kingdom of pursuing a “Cold War” mentality and attempting to “instigate confrontation.” The comments Thursday came after a a U.S. congressional delegation …

After China drills, Taiwan President says open to working on 'peace'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

After China drills, Taiwan President says open to working on 'peace'

India Today  

Taiwan's President on Sunday said he was still open to working with China on building "mutual understanding and reconciliation", days after Beijing launched military drills around the self-ruled island in response to his inauguration speech. President Lai Ching-te was sworn into office on Monday, and China -- which claims democratic Taiwan as part of its territory and regards Lai as …

US lawmakers arrive in Taiwan despite China warns America to stay out, President Lai thanks Biden for support
7 months, 2 weeks ago

US lawmakers arrive in Taiwan despite China warns America to stay out, President Lai thanks Biden for support

India TV News  

A delegation of US lawmakers led by Michael McCaul, chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, is visiting Taiwan this week, the de facto US embassy said on Sunday. McCaul, joined by a bipartisan group of five other lawmakers, will meet Lai on Monday morning to "exchange views on peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific", Taiwan's presidential office said. On …

‘Strong punishment’: China starts two days of military drills around Taiwan
7 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Strong punishment’: China starts two days of military drills around Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

Exercises begin three days after William Lai Ching-te took his oath as president of the island China claims as its own. Military spokesman Colonel Li Xi said the joint exercises involving the army, navy, air force, and rocket force were a “strong punishment for the separatist acts of ‘Taiwan independence’ forces and a stern warning against interference and provocation by …

US criticized for attending Taiwan event
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US criticized for attending Taiwan event

China Daily  

The Taipei 101 skyscraper commands the urban landscape in Taipei, Taiwan. A Chinese mainland spokesman condemned the United States and a few other nations on Monday for sending representatives to what was called the inauguration ceremony of Taiwan's new leader, Lai Ching-te, and for extending congratulations to him. He strongly condemned any form of interference in Taiwan affairs by other …

US criticized for attending Taiwan event
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US criticized for attending Taiwan event

China Daily  

The Taipei 101 skyscraper commands the urban landscape in Taipei, Taiwan. A Chinese mainland spokesman condemned the United States and a few other nations on Monday for sending representatives to what was called the inauguration ceremony of Taiwan's new leader, Lai Ching-te, and for extending congratulations to him. He strongly condemned any form of interference in Taiwan affairs by other …

Taiwan’s foreign minister says China and Russia are supporting each other's ‘expansionism’
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan’s foreign minister says China and Russia are supporting each other's ‘expansionism’

The Independent  

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Taiwan’s foreign minister says China and Russia are supporting each other’s ‘expansionism’
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan’s foreign minister says China and Russia are supporting each other’s ‘expansionism’

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Russia and China are helping each other expand their territorial reach, and democracies must push back against authoritarian states that threaten their rights and sovereignty, Taiwan’s outgoing foreign minister, Joseph Wu, said in an interview with The Associated Press. Wu said tensions in the South China Sea are “more dangerous” than those in the Taiwan Strait, and …

China to introduce legal measures against 'Taiwan independence' diehards: spokesperson
7 months, 3 weeks ago

China to introduce legal measures against 'Taiwan independence' diehards: spokesperson

China Daily  

BEIJING -- China will introduce legal measures to punish diehards whose actions and rhetoric aggressively promote "Taiwan independence," targeting activities that attempt to split the country or incite separation, a spokesperson said Wednesday. "Taiwan independence" is a betrayal of the righteous cause of the Chinese nation and goes against the will of the people, seriously endangering the country's sovereignty, security, …

US claims China, Russia militaries working together to likely invade Taiwan
8 months ago

US claims China, Russia militaries working together to likely invade Taiwan

Hindustan Times  

US intelligence officials assess that Russia and China are working more closely together on military issues, including a potential invasion of Taiwan, prompting new planning across the government to counter a potential scenario in which the countries fight in coordination. “We see China and Russia, for the first time, exercising together in relation to Taiwan and recognizing that this is …

Taiwan an internal matter, China says after US' admiral's claim
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan an internal matter, China says after US' admiral's claim

China Daily  

When and how to resolve the Taiwan question is purely China's internal affair and China does not tolerate any external interference, a Chinese mainland spokesman said on Wednesday. Chen condemned US politicians for having malicious intentions and continuously fabricating so-called "timelines", hyping up the mainland's "military threats", and exaggerating the atmosphere of war in the Taiwan Strait. If the US …

Taiwan an internal matter, China says after US' admiral's claim
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan an internal matter, China says after US' admiral's claim

China Daily  

When and how to resolve the Taiwan question is purely China's internal affair and China does not tolerate any external interference, a Chinese mainland spokesman said on Wednesday. Chen condemned US politicians for having malicious intentions and continuously fabricating so-called "timelines", hyping up the mainland's "military threats", and exaggerating the atmosphere of war in the Taiwan Strait. If the US …

China's top diplomat at meeting with US official urges Washington not to support Taiwan independence
11 months, 1 week ago

China's top diplomat at meeting with US official urges Washington not to support Taiwan independence

The Independent  

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Beijing steps up military pressure on Taiwan after the US and China announce talks
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Beijing steps up military pressure on Taiwan after the US and China announce talks

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China sent more than 30 warplanes and a group of navy ships toward Taiwan, the island’s defense ministry said Saturday. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army sent 33 aircraft, including SU-30 fighters, and six navy vessels around Taiwan, between 6 a.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday. United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang …

China blasts president of the Philippines for congratulating Taiwan election winner
11 months, 3 weeks ago

China blasts president of the Philippines for congratulating Taiwan election winner

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s Foreign Ministry summoned the Philippine ambassador Tuesday and denounced President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s congratulatory message to the winner of Taiwan’s presidential election, Lai Ching-te. Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters that Marcos’s remarks “seriously violated the political commitments made by the Philippines to China and rudely interfered in China’s internal affairs.” China claims Taiwan as its own …

'Firmly opposed' to all official US-Taiwan exchanges, says China as American delegation visits island nation
11 months, 3 weeks ago

'Firmly opposed' to all official US-Taiwan exchanges, says China as American delegation visits island nation

Firstpost  

China on Monday expressed strong opposition to any official interactions between the US and Taiwan as the president-elect of the self-governed island Lai Ching-te extended a welcome to an American delegation in the aftermath of his election triumph. “China has always firmly opposed any form of official exchanges between the United States and Taiwan, and resolutely rebutted the United States …

Taiwan has stood up to China at the ballot box – how Beijing responds will be key
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan has stood up to China at the ballot box – how Beijing responds will be key

The Independent  

The rally was colourful and loud, with a packed, predominantly young crowd and a highly popular hip-hop band. The possibility is that China will not accept a result it would not like.” open image in gallery Confetti flies over the stage and the crowd as Taiwan’s president-elect Lai Ching-te speaks to supporters on Saturday This is indeed the result that …

Taiwan election: New president Lai Ching-te issues defiant message to China after historic win
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Taiwan election: New president Lai Ching-te issues defiant message to China after historic win

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mr Lai, 64, a former doctor who had served …

World reacts to Taiwan election as China says reunification ‘inevitable’
11 months, 4 weeks ago

World reacts to Taiwan election as China says reunification ‘inevitable’

Al Jazeera  

Beijing says its stance on ‘national reunification’ remains unchanged as world leaders congratulate William Lai Ching-te. China said “reunification” with Taiwan was still “inevitable” after president-elect William Lai Ching-te won Saturday’s pivotal election on the self-ruled island that Beijing claims as its own. Beijing’s stance on “realising national reunification remains consistent, and our determination is as firm as rock.” China …

China’s military says will ’crush’ any Taiwan ’independence’ efforts
11 months, 4 weeks ago

China’s military says will ’crush’ any Taiwan ’independence’ efforts

Live Mint  

A day before Taiwan is set to go for general elections, China has issued a stern warning against the independence efforts in the self-ruled island. Beijing accused Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party of pushing the self-ruled island "toward the dangerous conditions of war." "The Chinese People's Liberation Army maintains high vigilance at all times and will take all necessary measures …

We should pay attention to the Taiwan elections (the Russians certainly are)
11 months, 4 weeks ago

We should pay attention to the Taiwan elections (the Russians certainly are)

The Independent  

A reasonable argument can be made that every nationwide election has implications and consequences that transcend national borders. As in the US and France, the presidency is the more powerful institution but whoever becomes Taiwan’s next president could find their room for manoeuvre constrained, which could also afford China more opportunities for meddling. If Russia could invade its apparently much …

Taiwan prepares to elect a president and legislature in what’s seen as a test of control with China
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Taiwan prepares to elect a president and legislature in what’s seen as a test of control with China

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — With rallies and concerts attended by thousands of flag-waving supporters, Taiwanese are preparing to elect a new president and legislature on Saturday in what many see as a test of control with China, which claims the self-governing island republic as its own. The election pits Vice President Lai Ching-te, representing the Democratic Progressive Party known as the …

China says will ‘crush’ Taiwan independence efforts as vote looms
11 months, 4 weeks ago

China says will ‘crush’ Taiwan independence efforts as vote looms

Al Jazeera  

The governing DPP, which champions Taiwan’s separate identity, is seeking a third term in elections on Saturday. China’s military has promised to “crush” any efforts to promote Taiwan’s independence, a day before a crucial election on the self-ruled island, which Beijing claims is part of its territory. “The Chinese People’s Liberation Army maintains high vigilance at all times and will …

As Taiwan prepares for polls, China’s Xi Jinping issues a warning on reunification
1 year ago

As Taiwan prepares for polls, China’s Xi Jinping issues a warning on reunification

Hindustan Times  

Chinese President Xi Jinping has reiterated, not for the first and certainly not for the last time, that Taiwan will be reunified with the mainland. Delivering his annual New Year’s Eve address, Xi served a warning: “China will surely be reunified, and all Chinese on both sides of the Taiwan Strait should be bound by a common sense of purpose …

Taiwan's President Tsai urges China to seek 'peaceful coexistence'
1 year ago

Taiwan's President Tsai urges China to seek 'peaceful coexistence'

The Hindu  

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen expressed hopes on Monday for Taipei and Beijing to seek “long-term peaceful coexistence” and said future relations should be decided by Taiwan’s “democratic procedures”. Taiwan is less than two weeks from an election, closely watched from Beijing to Washington as it determines the future of the self-ruled island’s relations with an increasingly bellicose China. But Tsai …

US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island
1 year ago

US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island

Al Jazeera  

Poll outcome will help set the tone for Washington-Beijing relations amid slight easing of tensions. “Washington is well prepared to deal with any choice that the Taiwan electorate makes, but there’s certainly going to be different opportunities and challenges depending on what the results of the election are,” Rorry Daniels, the managing director of the Asia Society Policy Institute, told …

‘Ties with China must be decided by will of people,’ Taiwan president says
1 year ago

‘Ties with China must be decided by will of people,’ Taiwan president says

Live Mint  

Taiwan's relations with China must be decided by the will of the people and peace must be based on "dignity", President Tsai Ing-wen said on Monday after China's leader, Xi Jinping, said "reunification" with the island is inevitable. Asked about Xi's speech at a New Year's press conference at the presidential office in Taipei, Tsai said the most important principle …

Xi says China will ‘surely be reunified’ with self-ruled Taiwan in New Year’s address
1 year ago

Xi says China will ‘surely be reunified’ with self-ruled Taiwan in New Year’s address

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping said China would “surely be reunified” with Taiwan during his televised New Year’s address, renewing Beijing’s threats to take over the self-ruled island, which it considers its own. Beijing considers the presidential front-runner, William Lai, who currently serves as vice president from the ruling Democratic People’s Party, a “separatist” and has accused him and …

Taiwan’s presidential candidates emphasize peace in relations with Beijing
1 year ago

Taiwan’s presidential candidates emphasize peace in relations with Beijing

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s presidential candidates expressed desire for peaceful relations with Beijing, which has described Jan. 13 elections on the self-ruled island as a choice between war and peace and stepped up harassment of the territory that China claims as its own. Beijing favors the candidate from the more China-friendly Nationalist, or Kuomintang, Party, and has accused Lai and …

China confronts a new political reality in Taiwan: No friends
1 year ago

China confronts a new political reality in Taiwan: No friends

Live Mint  

TAIPEI—A drawing of Taiwan at the presidential campaign headquarters of the island’s ruling party shows strikingly little concern for north and south. At the campaign headquarters of the ruling party’s candidate and the current leader in the polls, Vice President Lai Ching-te, the word “China" is nowhere to be seen at all. Instead, on a recent visit, volunteers from Lai’s …

On Taiwan's military threat claim, China says: ‘This is electoral playbook'
1 year ago

On Taiwan's military threat claim, China says: ‘This is electoral playbook'

Hindustan Times  

China accused Taiwan of deliberately "hyping up" a military threat from Beijing for electoral gain ahead of elections on the island. "The Democratic Progressive Party authorities are deliberately hyping up the so-called 'military threat from the mainland' and exaggerating tensions," Wu Qian said, adding, “This is entirely to seek electoral gain.” Taiwan is using a “familiar electoral playbook to stoke …

China threatens more trade sanctions on Taiwan as election nears
1 year ago

China threatens more trade sanctions on Taiwan as election nears

The Hindu  

The Chinese Government on Wednesday threatened to place further trade sanctions on Taiwan if the ruling party "stubbornly" adheres to supporting independence, in a further escalation of the war of words as Taiwanese elections approach next month. Taiwan's January 13 presidential and parliamentary elections are taking place as China, which views the island as its own territory, has sought to …

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