China's Taiwan Affairs Office issued a sharp rebuke this week after Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te claimed in an AFP interview that 'the two sides of the Taiwan Strait are not subordinate to each other.' 🚨 A mainland spokesperson called the remarks 'a pipe dream,' reaffirming that Taiwan has been part of China since ancient times.
The spokesperson emphasized that Lai's repeated attempts to distort historical facts and promote cross-strait division 'seriously harm peace and stability' in the region. They stressed that Taiwan's future must align with the One-China principle, adding: 'Compatriots on both sides of the strait share blood ties—no force can sever this bond.' ⚖️
Analysts note rising tensions as Lai advocates for stronger Taiwan defenses, while the Chinese mainland continues to prioritize peaceful reunification. The spokesperson warned external forces against interference, stating resolution of the Taiwan question is 'solely China's internal affair.' 🌍✋
