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U.S. Unveils Largest-Ever Arms Package for Taiwan as China Pushes Back

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China’s Ministry of Defense says Beijing will step up military drills and take “firm measures” to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity, following the United States’ announcement of an $11.1 billion arms sale package for Taiwan. If approved, the deal would be the largest of its kind in the history of U.S.-Taiwan relations.

According to Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense, the proposed package includes eight different categories of weapons, among them HIMARS multiple rocket launch systems, howitzers, Javelin anti-tank missiles, Altius loitering munitions (so-called kamikaze drones), as well as spare parts for other military equipment.

The arms package still requires approval by the U.S. Congress. However, given Taiwan’s strong bipartisan support on Capitol Hill, the decision-making process is expected to face few obstacles.

In separate statements, the Pentagon stressed that the assistance is aimed at strengthening asymmetric defense capabilities, focusing on smaller, mobile, and technologically advanced systems. U.S. officials argue this approach is key to maintaining peace and stability in the region. Washington says the arms deliveries will help modernize Taiwan’s military and preserve “credible defensive capabilities,” aligning directly with U.S. national, economic, and security interests in countering China’s influence.

These priorities are also reflected in the U.S. National Security Strategy published earlier this month, which highlights Taiwan’s strategic importance as a geographic linchpin dividing Northeast and Southeast Asia into two distinct strategic zones.

Adding to regional tensions, Taiwan’s president announced last month that the island plans to allocate an additional $40 billion in defense spending between 2026 and 2033. President Lai Ching-te stated that “there is no room for compromise when it comes to national security.”

Meanwhile, despite concerns sparked by President Donald Trump’s deal-focused foreign policy and a planned visit to Chinese President Xi Jinping next year, developments on the ground suggest the opposite direction. Republicans are planning to increase arms sales to Taiwan to levels that would exceed even those seen during Trump’s first term. This is further reinforced by Trump’s signing of an annual defense policy bill worth nearly $1 trillion. The legislation allocates $1 billion to the Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative and authorizes U.S. forces to continue military training activities on the island.

At the same time, Taiwan’s democratically elected government firmly rejects Beijing’s sovereignty claims, insisting that decisions about the island’s future belong solely to the Taiwanese people. China, however, continues to refuse talks with President Lai, labeling him a “separatist,” and has not ruled out the use of force to assert control over Taiwan.

Author: Sesili Adamia

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China supports Venezuela against US

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Earlier this week, the US imposed a full blockade on all sanctioned oil tankers in Venezuelan waters. In addition, Washington has mobilized warships and troops in the region. According to Trump, the US is trying to limit Venezuela’s main sources of income in order to stop terrorism, drug smuggling, and trafficking.

On Wednesday, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil spoke by phone with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi at his request. Beijing said it opposes “unilateral oppression” and supports the maintenance of territorial sovereignty and national dignity. Wang Yi did not mention the US or Trump in the phone call, although the minister said China opposes this violation of the UN Charter. Asked at a regular briefing on Thursday what role China would play in the ongoing conflict, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Beijing supports Venezuela’s request for an immediate Council meeting. Wang Yi did not comment on any future aid plans for Venezuela.

At the same time, Beijing is making great efforts to cooperate with its most important trading partner, the United States. After a long trade war, Trump and Xi Jinping reached a consensus in October to resolve the problems. Accordingly, when asked at the briefing about relations between Washington and Beijing, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson did not make a statement.

According to Tom Harper, a lecturer of international relations at the University of East London, China benefits from cooperation with Venezuela, while America’s dominance in Latin America, where China has been expanding its interests for the past 25 years, is detrimental. Caracas and Beijing have supported a multipolar international order since the rule of Hugo Chavez, which has been widely shared with Beijing’s growing political and economic power. China is one of the largest buyers of Venezuelan crude oil, accounting for 4% of China’s imports. In addition, China has opened credit lines to Venezuela under an oil-for-loans agreement. During his meeting with Xi Jinping in Moscow, Maduro called for further strengthening of trade and energy cooperation between the two countries.

Venezuela’s oil is important to China, which has recently been trying to diversify its natural resources to maintain its leadership in the production of cheap manufacturing and become independent from Middle Eastern oil. Trump’s military threat against Venezuela may be aimed at reducing China’s influence. It is also unclear whether China’s goal is to protect Latin America from the US. China’s ties to South American countries are linked to its political agenda, with China having persuaded El Salvador, the Dominican Republic, and Honduras in recent years to renounce diplomatic recognition of Taiwan. China is driven by economic interests in the region and has been reluctant to form formal alliances with them. This attitude is likely to complicate relations between China and other countries in the region in times of crisis.

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Jimmy Lai faces a possible life sentence

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Jimmy Lai, a pro-democracy activist, was arrested in 2020 under a national security law imposed after the massive anti-government pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. The law introduced 39 new national security crimes in addition to the already existing national security law imposed by Beijing on Hong Kong. Beijing and Hong Kong authorities depicted the law as essential for restoring the city’s stability after the 2019 protests, but democratic organizations and politicians have deemed it a tool to restrict any form of dissent in the future.

After this law came into effect, several civil society groups ceased functioning, and dozens of political opponents either emigrated to other countries or were jailed, as in the case of Jimmy Lai. Jimmy Lai was one of the first and most prominent figures arrested under the national security law. Since 2020, he has spent more than 1,800 days in a maximum-security prison, mostly in solitary confinement. 

When he was being arrested, police officers also raided Apple Daily’s office. The following year, authorities also arrested senior executives of Apple Daily under the national security law and froze $2.3 million of its assets, which eventually led to the shutdown of the newspaper. It was founded by Jimmy Lai in 1995, after the 1989 Tiananmen Crackdown, and published critical, pro-democracy articles, becoming one of the voices at the forefront of the protests. 

In 2022, Jimmy Lai was sentenced to five years and nine months in prison on charges of fraud. And this Monday, after a prolonged trial, a Hong Kong court convicted Jimmy Lai of national security offences, and he could face life in prison for “orchestrating conspiracies to encourage foreign governments to take action against Hong Kong or China”.

In the 885-page verdict, Jimmy Lai was accused of making “constant invitations” to the U.S and other foreign powers to act against China “under the guise of fighting for freedom and democracy”. Prosecutors cited specific examples, including calls for U.S sanctions against China and a New York Times opinion piece in which Jimmy Lai advocated for revoking student visas for the children of government officials as one of the means to punish China for its repression of Hong Kong. Beijing has called Lai “an agent and pawn of anti-China foreign forces”.  Prosecutors also highlighted Lai’s foreign contacts and his meetings with former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and then-Vice President Mike Pence during the 2019 protests.

US President Donald Trump said he had asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping to consider releasing Jimmy Lai, a request that is believed to have been made during their meeting in South Korea. The U.K. also called for the immediate release of Jimmy Lie, who holds British citizenship, and called Monday’s ruling “politically motivated persecution”. Several human rights groups and organizations have deemed this verdict as vivid proof of the deterioration of press freedom in Hong Kong. This decline is also reflected in global press freedom rankings, with Hong Kong falling to 140th place worldwide, according to Reporters Without Borders.

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What Does the Trump Administration’s National Security Strategy Say About China?

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The Trump administration presented a new National Security Strategy. Unlike the 2017 National Security Strategy, which described China as “America’s most significant geopolitical challenge,” the newly released document does not frame China in these terms. In previous administrations’ reports, strong emphasis was placed on China’s authoritarian system and human rights violations. By contrast, the Trump administration’s strategy focuses primarily on US–China economic competition, while identifying the prevention of conflict in the Indo-Pacific region as one of the key priorities in bilateral relations.

The document states that the United States made a mistake by opening its market to Chinese investment and encouraging China’s economic growth in the expectation that China would integrate into a “rules-based international order.” According to the Trump administration, China instead accumulated wealth and global power and, rather than strengthening the global order, consolidated its own strategic advantages. This trend is described as resulting in a “fundamental imbalance” in US–China trade relations. As the document notes, “what began in 1979 as trade between the world’s richest and one of its poorest economies has now become competition between nearly equal players.” Consequently, the strategy aims to restore America’s economic independence by re-establishing reciprocity and fairness in trade.

According to Wen-Ti Sung, a researcher at the Atlantic Council, the goal of the document is to “restore the balance between interests and values.” For Trump, the new priority is America’s own national development, a vision aligned with the Monroe Doctrine and the overarching concept of “America First.” Under this approach, China is no longer viewed as an ideological or geopolitical rival, as both dimensions have been replaced by an economic focus.

China’s response to this shift toward economic pragmatism has been generally positive, though cautious. The spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Guo Jiakun, adopted a neutral and restrained tone, emphasizing the importance of “peaceful coexistence” and “win-win cooperation.” At the same time, skeptics in China argue that the softening of US rhetoric may reflect an attempt by Washington to concentrate on securing its own advantages in bilateral trade, and therefore does not rule out the possibility of restrictive economic measures against China.

Notably, the only geopolitical issue examined in detail in the document is Taiwan. For the Chinese Communist Party, Taiwan represents a “red line.” At present, Washington maintains close unofficial relations with Taiwan and, under existing agreements, is obligated to provide the island with defensive arms. The strategy identifies a potential conflict over Taiwan as a major economic challenge, as approximately one-third of global maritime trade passes annually through the South China Sea. Any conflict or blockade around Taiwan would therefore threaten US economic interests.

Responsibility for preventing a Taiwan-related conflict is shared with other countries, including the European Union. The strategy calls on US allies to increase their defense spending and emphasizes the importance of providing US forces with access to ports and other military facilities. In particular, allies such as Japan and South Korea are expected to ensure broader access for US military personnel and infrastructure.

Author: Mariam Arabashvili 

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Brussels Tightens Oversight of Chinese Companies

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China has accused the European Union of creating unfair “trade and investment barriers,” issuing the statement shortly after the EU launched a new, in-depth investigation last Thursday under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) into Nuctech, a Chinese manufacturer of security equipment. This move came just days after a raid on Temu’s Dublin office, also carried out under the same regulation.

The China Chamber of Commerce to the EU (CCCEU) voiced “strong opposition” to what it described as the European Commission’s “targeted and excessive” investigations aimed at determining whether Chinese state subsidies were distorting competition in the European market.

According to the chamber, the FSR is being applied unfairly: so far, most investigations have focused exclusively on Chinese companies or businesses backed by Chinese capital.

A survey conducted this year by the CCCEU, covering 205 Chinese companies and organizations, found that more than 60% of Chinese firms operating within the EU have been directly affected by the implementation of the FSR. Many companies reported business disruptions, lost commercial opportunities, and increased operational risks. Over half of respondents said the FSR had harmed their reputation and the way they are perceived in the market. Beijing further claimed that some firms were forced to scale back or halt projects as a result of these investigations, leading to losses exceeding $2.05 billion.

A report published in May by the U.S. law firm Arnold & Porter noted that Brussels has launched investigations largely based on political and economic priorities, focusing mainly on strategic sectors such as telecommunications, clean energy, infrastructure, and security equipment.

The EU’s heightened scrutiny of Chinese subsidies comes amid growing worries within the bloc that European industry cannot compete with the surge of Chinese imports. French President Emmanuel Macron has described the situation as a “life or death moment” for Europe’s industrial base.

As a result, despite being major trading partners, tensions between China and the EU are rising, especially over Beijing’s support for renewable energy and electric-vehicle sectors. At the same time, the EU’s tougher approach reflects its broader goals: reaching net-zero emissions by 2050 and reducing technological dependence on China, a shift that signals Europe’s increased focus on security and strategic resilience.

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Israel Defense Forces Halt Use of Chinese-Made Cars

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In early November 2025, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced a decision to cease using cars manufactured in China, citing concerns that data collected by these vehicles could be transmitted to China. According to the IDF, by the first quarter of 2026, about 700 vehicles—including the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro—will be removed from parking areas used by junior officers. The decision followed increasing suspicions that the smart systems embedded in the cars could gather sensitive information about Israel’s military activities and send it to China or other third parties.

This move is not based solely on hypothetical fears of future espionage. Chinese-made vehicles, which have been provided to IDF colonels and other officials since 2022, operate on closed operating systems. These vehicles are equipped with advanced smart technologies, including cameras, microphones, sensors, and communication systems capable of collecting geolocation data, audio and video recordings, and even biometric information. There is a tangible risk that such data could be transmitted to external servers—potentially located in China—without the knowledge or consent of the driver or the importing company.

Moreover, built-in GPS systems continuously collect real-time location and diagnostic data. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, in particular, is equipped with high-resolution 360-degree cameras that are capable of recording military exercises, troop movements, and military equipment. Such capabilities raise serious concerns that sensitive military information could be inadvertently captured and stored.

Notably, Israeli security officials attempted to “sterilize” the vehicles—seeking technical solutions to prevent any transmission of data to external entities—but ultimately concluded that this was not feasible. Taking these risks into account, representatives of Israel’s security and intelligence agencies decided to prohibit Chinese-made vehicles from entering state and security agency premises altogether.

In early November, Israel’s aerospace and defense industries also banned the use of Chinese vehicles. Plans are underway to prohibit these vehicles from entering military-industrial facilities entirely. Personnel who own Chinese-made cars will be required to park them in designated parking areas located outside factory premises.

According to the Israeli Air Force, there are already restricted zones where Chinese vehicles are not permitted to enter. Authorities intend to expand these restricted areas further to prevent unforeseen incidents and to ensure that vehicles driven by employees or visitors do not accidentally enter sensitive or classified locations.

These decisions by the IDF and related defense industries may have a significant impact on the export of Chinese vehicles to Israel. The process is already underway, as the issuance of import licenses for Chinese automobiles has been substantially restricted and delayed. Available information indicates that following the postponement of licensing deadlines for major importers, the Chinese government officially contacted Israel regarding the matter.

Israel’s actions align with similar measures taken by the United States and the United Kingdom, where the use of Chinese-made equipment is restricted on government and security agency premises. In the United States, the Pentagon banned not only Chinese-made vehicles but also Chinese-manufactured mobile phones from military, security, and government facilities.

The risks associated with Chinese smart technologies are also relevant to Georgia. Over recent years, Georgian government institutions have actively purchased and deployed Chinese-made surveillance cameras. Research conducted by Civic IDEA indicates that these cameras pose a national security risk, as there is a realistic possibility that data collected by Chinese surveillance systems could be accessed by Chinese intelligence services. For this reason, certain Chinese-made surveillance cameras have been banned in several Western countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and a number of European Union member states.

At the same time, Chinese-made vehicles are rapidly entering the Georgian market. Between January and August 2024, imports of Chinese automobiles to Georgia increased by 111 percent compared to the same period in the previous year. While experts note the affordability and availability of these vehicles, they also warn of associated risks, including non-compliance with European quality standards. Notably, in 2025, following the signing of a memorandum of cooperation with Sena Auto Group, the Chinese automotive brand Chery—banned by the Israel Defense Forces—officially entered the Georgian market.

Author: Mariam Kapanadze

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Georgia and China Deepen Transport Cooperation

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Georgia is deepening its relations with China, especially in transport, trade, and infrastructure. Economy Minister Mariam Kvrivishvili met with China’s Vice Minister of Transport, Li Yan, in London to discuss expanding cooperation, while also discussing maritime links and transport infrastructure. The focus was the Middle Corridor, which is the Trans-Caspian route connecting China and Europe, where Georgia plays a central transit role.

Following Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze’s visit to China earlier this month, both countries agreed to launch direct flights from Tbilisi to Beijing, with a potential Tbilisi-Shanghai route under discussion. Kvrivishvili stated that these measures would strengthen trade, economic ties, and people-to-people links. Georgia also emphasised the value of Chinese expertise in maritime development.

Cargo transit along the Middle Corridor has surged dramatically. Over the past three years, shipments increased by nearly 90%, and total cargo in 2024 reached 4.5 million tons, which is expected to grow to 5.2 million tons in 2025. Investments in the Anaklia deep-water port and the Baku–Tbilisi–Kars railway aim to expand to 10 million tons annually by 2027.

However, experts warn that China’s rapid involvement is less about Georgia’s benefit and more about securing its own strategic foothold. Chinese companies are dominating Georgia’s infrastructure projects, such as roads and critical infrastructure. These investments often carry hidden costs of debt dependency, opaque agreements, which imply political leverage favoring Beijing.

Analysts argue that while Georgia benefits from short-term economic gains and growing cargo volumes, the long-term strategic costs are high. Loss of autonomy, as in economic dependency, is an exposure to political leverage by Beijing. In this context, critics argue that Georgia risks becoming a pawn in China’s Belt and Road Initiative, which is primarily used to advance Beijing’s geopolitical ambitions. Georgia’s growing dependence on Chinese investment, technology, and trade channels underscores the need for careful scrutiny and safeguards to ensure that national interests are not subordinated to foreign strategic priorities.

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Another Tragedy on a Georgian Road Project Built by a Chinese Company

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On November 23, another tragedy happened on the Kvesheti-Kobi construction section. Near the village of Tskere, during the construction of a retaining wall, a large amount of earth collapsed due to a landslide and trapped five workers of the construction company beneath it. They were citizens of Turkmenistan and China. Four of them died on the spot, and one of them was taken to a hospital. According to the Roads Department, “Emergency Situations Management Service is mobilized at the scene of the incident, and an investigation has already begun”.

The project is carried out by the Chinese companies – China Railway Tunnel Group Co and China Railway 23rd Bureau Group Co. In the government-issued statement, the requirement for stricter safety standards for construction companies is discussed.

Unfortunately, the tragedy that occurred on Kvesheti-Kobi road is just another proof of this grave trend, about which the Civic IDEA has been reporting on for the past few years, issuing recommendations and warnings to both the government and the population. 

Since 2017, reports issued by various international organizations indicated that the above-mentioned contractors had only formally complied with safety rules, while real monitoring was not carried out. This was proven in Georgia back in 2022, when an explosion in a CRTG tunnel led to the death of one person due to the accumulation of CO₂.

The company has a problematic reputation not only in Georgia but around the world as well. CRTG and its parent company, CRCC, are blacklisted by the US Department of Defense. In addition, in 2019, the World Bank issued a 20-month package of sanctions against these companies due to their fraudulent practices, including falsifying tender documents and violating workers’ labor rights.

In response to warning reports, “Civic IDEA” has been accused of acting against the interests of the country. The tragedy that occurred in Kobi raises the question of whose interests were served by those people who, for years, have been ignoring our recommendations as well as those issued by other international and non-governmental organizations working on these issues.

Given the high technical and environmental risks and warnings, strict monitoring of contractors was clearly necessary. However, this case is yet another tragic proof that all warnings were ignored by state agencies, and moreover, they continue to unconditionally support these companies. It is worth asking what interests were behind these deals that the Georgian Dream regime made with internationally sanctioned Chinese companies with a bad reputation.

 

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Li Urges China and Germany to Deepen Dialogue and Resolve Bilateral Issues

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang has called on China and Germany to deepen their dialogue and resolve bilateral concerns, underlining Beijing’s commitment to strengthening the political and economic foundations of the relationship. Speaking at a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, Li emphasized the need for “joint efforts to strengthen dialogue and communication, and properly handle their respective concerns.”

Li recalled that since diplomatic ties were established 53 years ago, China and Germany have developed into important economic and trade partners, and that sustained cooperation has advanced the development of both nations. He stressed that mutual respect and win-win cooperation must remain the guiding principles of their bilateral relations. A foundation upon which a stable, sustainable, and high-quality all-around strategic partnership can be built, in his view.

In his remarks, Li expressed Beijing’s willingness to strengthen strategic communication with Berlin, underscoring the importance of respecting each other’s “core interests and major concerns.” He called on Germany to pursue a more rational and pragmatic China policy, urging Berlin to move beyond political interference and pressure and instead focus on areas of shared benefit.

Looking ahead, Li argued that the two sides should expand pragmatic cooperation across a broad spectrum of sectors. He identified key emerging fields, such as new energy, biomedicine, and hydrogen energy technology.

Li also pointed to the broader context of European integration, noting that this year marks the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the European Union. He urged Germany to help shape an EU-China relationship based on a long-term perspective and a more open-minded framework, and suggested Berlin has a role to play in encouraging the EU to regard China not as a challenge, but as a partner.

On the multilateral front, Li said China stands ready to work closely with Germany through global institutions like the United Nations and the G20. He argued that closer cooperation in these forums can advance global governance, uphold multilateralism, defend free trade, and make both countries a “constructive and certain force for promoting peace and development.”

Chancellor Merz responded to Li’s tone, highlighting the long and productive history of economic ties between Germany and China. He welcomed the deeper engagement proposed by Li, noting Berlin’s eagerness to cooperate in forward-looking areas such as science and technology. Merz reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to open markets, to strengthening political, economic, and trade relations with China, and to playing a constructive role in shaping EU-China dialogue.

Li’s appeal to Germany comes at a sensitive moment: the two countries face a complex mix of strategic tension and economic interdependence. Berlin has raised concerns about China’s industrial policies, and German firms have recently fret over restrictions on key Chinese exports. At the same time, both sides recognize the mutual benefits they derive from their close economic ties.

By emphasizing pragmatism, innovation, and multilateral engagement, Li is signaling that China hopes to manage its relationship with Germany not just through trade, but through a long-term, strategic partnership – one that weathers political headwinds and builds cooperation in cutting-edge fields.

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Tensions Rise in China-Japan Diplomatic Relations

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China-Japan relations have become extremely strained since Japan’s new leader, Sanae Takaichi, suggested that a military conflict in the Taiwan Strait might be considered a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan, which would justify the country’s military intervention. This comment became the catalyst for China’s intense reaction, as for Beijing, Japan’s move signifies crossing a “red line.” According to the Chinese ruling party, Takaichi’s statements reflect the “military ambitions” of Japan’s right-wing forces and threaten the balance of power in the region, according to which China is ascending as a superpower. This confrontation also underscores Beijing’s deep-seated concern caused by the increase in defense spending and the intensified military coordination among US allies in Asia.

China’s intense reaction toward Japan, according to analysts, aims to send a warning to the entire system of US allies. Experts note that Beijing is using this confrontation to create a “demonstration effect,” in order to remind other regional actors, including Australia and South Korea, that intervention in the Taiwan issue will lead to severe consequences. Beijing’s message is clear: supporting “Taiwan independence” will cost countries dearly. This is their overt attempt to deter US allies from interfering in China’s internal affairs.

Against this backdrop of tension, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te openly expressed support for Japan via social media. The President posted photos of himself eating sushi made from Japanese-sourced seafood, which, according to him, highlights the “firm friendship” between Taiwan and Japan. Taiwan’s Foreign Minister called China’s use of economic coercion and military intimidation against other nations “bullying behavior,” and urged Taiwanese citizens to increase their purchases of Japanese goods. In response, Beijing stated that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China and that the actions of President Lai Ching-te’s administration “cannot change this ironclad fact.”

The conflict was also evident at the diplomatic level. China’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that there are no plans for Chinese Premier Li Qiang to meet with the Japanese leader at the G20 summit. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning strongly demanded that Japan retract its “erroneous remarks,” and emphasized that Japan is obligated to uphold the “one-China principle.” Beijing, as a retaliatory step, postponed the China-Japan-South Korea Culture Ministers’ Meeting because, according to them, Takaichi’s comments undermined the foundation of trilateral cooperation.

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