Chinese Mainland Designates Two Taiwan Figures as ‘Independence’ Secessionists
China designates two Taiwan figures as ‘independence’ secessionists, reinforcing cross-strait policy amid regional tensions.
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China designates two Taiwan figures as ‘independence’ secessionists, reinforcing cross-strait policy amid regional tensions.
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reaffirmed the one-China principle, asserting that the Taiwan authorities’ attempts to seek ‘Taiwan independence’ through foreign support are doomed to fail.
Chinese mainland spokesperson Wu Qian warned on Monday that attempts by separatists seeking ‘Taiwan independence’ are doomed to fail, following military drills aimed at countering secessionist activities.
Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te’s recent speech has sparked widespread concerns, with various sectors accusing him of repackaging his “two states” theory and provoking the Chinese mainland, threatening cross-strait relations.
The Taiwan authorities’ emphasis on democracy under Lai Ching-te masks a push for ‘Taiwan independence,’ raising tensions across the Taiwan Strait and threatening regional stability.
A Chinese mainland spokesperson clarified that recent judicial measures target only diehard “Taiwan independence” separatists, countering DPP distortions and reassuring the majority of Taiwan compatriots.
Taiwan residents criticize Lai Ching-te’s speech advocating ‘Taiwan independence,’ voicing concerns over increased tensions and stressing the importance of peace in cross-strait relations.