News about Taiwan, China

China has threatened to impose the death penalty on what it calls extreme cases of "diehard" #Taiwan independence separatists. www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-21/china-threatens-death-penalty-on-diehard-taiwan-separatists/104010086

“Only military strength can keep the peace with #China, and the Taiwanese people will not give in to Chinese coercion, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on June 19 as the United States agreed on a speeded-up arms package.” www.straitstimes.com/asia/taiwan-president-says-only-military-strength-can-keep-the-peace-with-china

"As long as the PRC does not renounce the use of force against Taiwan, and as long as they continue to exercise coercion, we have no choice but to also step up our defenses." Vice President Bi-khim Hsiao says Taiwan must defend its freedom and democracy. pic.twitter.com/OoKYy627K1

"Taiwan needs to rely on strength, by preparing for war to keep peace." President @ChingteLai has launched new task forces to protect Taiwan's democratic way of life. @joycetsengtw reports from Taipei. pic.twitter.com/0An3Z683qJ