China warns after Lai inauguration that Taiwan independence is 'dead end'
Monday, 20 May 2024 China warns against Taiwan's independence as new President Lai Ching-te is sworn in. Beijing claims Taiwan as its territory and threatens military action. Lai labeled a 'dangerous separatist' by China. Sanctions imposed on US defense companies by China. Wang Wenbin from Chinese foreign ministry cautions against Taiwan independence. Weibo blocks hashtags related to the inauguration.
Lai Ching-te, Taiwan’s fifth elected president, is set to be sworn in on May 20 and will deliver his inaugural address in front of the Presidential Office. During his address, Lai is set to pledge stability by maintaining the status quo in its relationship with China. Lai Ching-te will take office...
China is accused of using military threats, diplomatic pressure, fake news, and financial inducements to influence Taiwan's elections and favor candidates supporting unification. China aims to..
China's recent two-day military drills around Taiwan have sparked outrage and concern. Described as a "blatant provocation to the international order" by Taipei, the war games were launched just three..
Beijing's defence ministry spokesman Wu Qian says Taiwanese President Lai Ching-tse "has seriously challenged the one-China principle... pushing our compatriots in Taiwan into a perilous situation of..