Behind the Taiwan issue

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PLA general: ‘no mercy’ for Taiwan independence moves
The People’s Liberation Army will “show no mercy” against any moves for Taiwan independence.

https://www.facebook.com/scmp/videos/300254609532309/

 

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Why Taiwan is a ‘life-or-death question” for China | Talking Post with Yonden Lhatoo

Yonden Lhatoo is an India-born "Chinese citizen with Hong Kong residency". He asks the "frank" questions, but Cui Tianki responds with standard CCP answers for the most part.

Is there a real chance of a war with Taiwan or does China have the patience and wisdom that's almost infinite because you're constantly prodding the panda here and testing the limits of how far tolerance will go. Is China's tolerance unlimited or is there going to be a problem here?
What kind of provocation would be too much for China?

Can you explain to our audience how much of a threat China really is?

"The victims are people like me." - of China's visa policies

He does claim that both the Vietnam War and the Korean war were between the US and China, but otherwise pretty well sticks to the CCP's lines.

He's as old as me!

A frank discussion with Cui Tiankai, China’s longest-serving ambassador to the US, on geopolitical tensions, war and peace, and diplomacy.

Exclusive‘Life-or-death question’: US must grasp Taiwan’s importance to China, former envoy Cui Tiankai says

• The retired ambassador to Washington tells Talking Post with Yonden Lhatoo that the island is a matter of national sovereignty for Beijing
• Cui voices confidence in Hong Kong’s ability to attract investment and its future as part of the Greater China market

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The upcoming presidential election in Taiwan is exposing a divide between the island's young and old over their attitudes towards mainland China.

 

 

This time next week, we will have a better understanding of the identity of Taiwan’s next president, with the possibility that Tsai Ing-wen’s successor will be known outright. 

Three parties have candidates looking to take over the top job from incumbent Tsai, who is unable to run again having already served the maximum two terms. 

Each party relies on different wells of support and has its own outlook on relations with mainland China amid strained cross-strait relations. 

This week, Vanessa Cai, a reporter with our China desk, looks ahead to January 13, when 19 million Taiwanese voters will head to the polls. She ponders what next week’s result could mean for cross-strait relations, as well as US-China relations.

Andrew Mullen
Deputy Editor, Political Economy

Edited January 7 by Randy W (see edit history)

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Cross-strait and US-China relations also on the line as Taiwan heads to the polls

This time next week, we will have a better understanding of the identity of Taiwan’s next president, with the possibility that Tsai Ing-wen’s successor will be known outright. 

Three parties have candidates looking to take over the top job from incumbent Tsai, who is unable to run again having already served the maximum two terms. 

Each party relies on different wells of support and has its own outlook on relations with mainland China amid strained cross-strait relations. 

This week, Vanessa Cai, a reporter with our China desk, looks ahead to January 13, when 19 million Taiwanese voters will head to the polls. She ponders what next week’s result could mean for cross-strait relations, as well as US-China relations.

Andrew Mullen
Deputy Editor, Political Economy

 

 

 

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Will 3% votes allow Beijing to change Taiwan's election results?

 

Lei's Real Talk

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https://qround.news/article/white-house-prepares-for-taiwan-presidential-elections-and-period-of-hiqher-tension_ed69a9

In Taiwan's election Saturday, who are the 3 candidates trying to become president?

 

A senior Chinese liaison warns that the election is a choice between "peace and war."

China imposes military pressure, revokes tax co ncessions, and extends a probe into trade violations against Taiwan ahead of the election

The Biden administration reaffirms support for Taiwan's democratic process before the upcoming presidential election, which will determine China's influence over the island.

 

 

 

 

Edited January 13 by Randy W (see edit history)

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Give 'em Gweilo!

 

Canada, China foreign ministers pledge dialogue, will attempt more collaboration 

China's foreign minister expressed a desire to improve strained relations with Canada and avoid a continuation of the current difficulties。 

Ongoing tensions between China and Canada have resulted in the expulsion of diplomats and accusations of interference in each other's affairs。 

Both sides emphasized the importance of open communication, respect, and .dialogue for addressing challenges and collaborating on issues such as climate change.  

 

Edited January 13 by Randy W (see edit history)

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Taiwan election: Candidate who champions autonomy from China wins contest  William Lai's Democratic Progressive Party supports Taiwan's separate identity and rejects China's territorial claims William Lai of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party is set to become Taiwan's new president as the presidential candidate for the Kuomintang concedes defeat. China repeatedly denounces William Lai as a "dangerous separatist" while Taiwan's defense ministry observes Chinese balloons crossing the strait. 

Taiwan elects Lai Ching-te as president. China calls it a dangerous choice.

https://ground.news/article/taiwan-election-candidate-who-champions-autonomy-from-china-wins-contest_8bfcf7

 

Edited January 13 by Randy W (see edit history)

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China asserts that reunification with Taiwan is inevitable after president-elect Lai Ching-te's victory in Saturday's election.

Beijing claims that the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) does not represent mainstream public opinion on the island.

Despite the election results, China maintains its firm stance on realizing national reunification while opposing Taiwan independence and foreign interference

Philippines to develop islands inSouth China Sea: Military chief

The Philippines plans to develop islands in the South China Sea to improve their habitability for troops.

The military aims to bring a desalination machine for troopsliving aboard the BRP Sierra Madre warship.

The Philippines also intends to acquire more ships, radars, and aircraft as it shifts its focus to territorial defense.

Edited January 16 by Randy W (see edit history)

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‘No, I’m Singaporean’: TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi responds to US Senator’s questions about China ties

 

After a U.S. senator grilled the Singaporean CEO of TikTok about his nationality and suggested he was affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party, Singaporeans are complaining about ignorant — or even racist — views of their country.

TikTok CEO Shou Chew and executives of other technology firms such as Meta, X and Snap testified Wednesday before U.S. lawmakers on online harm to children from social media.

During the hearing, Chew was repeatedly questioned about his nationality and possible affiliations to the Chinese Communist Party by Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark.

TikTok, which is operated by the Chinese firm ByteDance, has over 150 million users in America. U.S. lawmakers have regarded TikTok with considerable suspicion over whether its data can be accessed by the Chinese government and whether the app can be used to expand China’s influence. Chinese companies are required to set up Communist Party cells.

 

 

Edited February 4 by Randy W (see edit history)