Taiwan’s vice president, William Lai, visited the US, drawing China’s ire. China sees Lai as a “troublemaker” and aims to safeguard its sovereignty. Taiwan condemns China’s actions and pledges appropriate response. China conducted air and sea exercises around Taiwan on Saturday as a response to the visit of Taiwan’s vice president, William Lai, to the … Read more
In response to Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai’s recent visit to the United States, which Beijing considers its rival, China initiated a series of military drills near Taiwan, demonstrating its displeasure with the island’s separatist actions. Termed a “stern warning” to separatist forces on the island, the military exercises were conducted to signal China’s claim … Read more
China threatens Taiwan after Lai’s US visit. Lai to meet overseas Taiwanese in NY. China may conduct military exercises near Taiwan. China has stated its commitment to taking strong measures to safeguard its sovereignty following the arrival of Taiwanese Vice President William Lai in the United States. This declaration came after Lai’s recent arrival in … Read more
China vows “resolute and forceful measures” to protect sovereignty. Lai’s outspoken views on Taiwan’s status contrast with President Tsai Ing-wen. Chinese military activities around Taiwan escalate ahead of Lai’s departure. China has issued a strong response to Taiwan Vice President William Lai’s recent visit to the United States, promising “resolute and forceful measures” in reaction … Read more
Taiwan Vice President William Lai visits US, China angry Lai’s US trip coincides with increased Chinese military activity near Taiwan Lai says visit to Paraguay is to strengthen bilateral ties and engage with allied partners William Lai, Taiwan’s Vice President has embarked on a significant journey to the United States, a move criticized by China … Read more
China criticises Taiwan on Tuesday for “political manipulation” because Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai went to the funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. This was the highest-level official trip to Japan by a Taiwanese leader in decades. Beijing sees the democratic island of Taiwan as part of its own territory, so countries with … Read more
