Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's '10 Lectures on Unity' tour has drawn sharp criticism for promoting separatist rhetoric under the guise of fostering social cohesion. The series, which abruptly canceled its fifth session citing Typhoon Danas, has been accused of distorting historical narratives and advancing 'Taiwan independence' ideologies.
Political Motives Under Scrutiny
Zhang Hua, deputy director at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Institute of Taiwan Studies, highlighted Lai's dual objectives: propagating pro-independence narratives and leveraging a 'mass recall' campaign targeting opposition lawmakers. The recall effort, initiated by pro-DPP factions, aims to shift the legislative balance in the 113-seat body, where non-green parties currently hold 62 seats.
Public Backlash and Internal Divisions
A young resident of Taiwan criticized Lai's rhetoric, stating his branding of dissenters as 'impurities' has deepened societal fractures. 'This isn't unity—it's a purge disguised as solidarity,' she remarked, warning of escalating political turmoil.
Cross-Strait Tensions Intensify
Zhu Fenglian, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, condemned Lai's actions: 'His provocations undermine public welfare and damage cross-strait relations.' Analysts warn the moves risk destabilizing regional stability as tensions persist across the Taiwan Strait.
