Taiwan top policymaker: China being provocative, ignoring olive branches

Taiwan top policymaker: China being provocative, ignoring olive branches

Taipei, Taiwan - Taiwan's top China policy maker, Chiu Chui-cheng, has accused China of being provocative in its ongoing pressure campaign against Taiwan. Speaking to Reuters, Chiu stated that China is intentionally ignoring the island's attempts at peace and dialogue, describing Beijing's actions as an "extreme pressure" campaign [1].

Since President Lai Ching-te took office last May, China has intensified military and political pressure on Taiwan, including frequent war games and threats against independence supporters. Chiu highlighted that China's actions have not only escalated tensions but also created an environment of fear among Taiwan's business community, with some business owners citing concerns about being reported to China's hotlines for supposed separatist activity [1].

Chiu reiterated Taiwan's offer for talks based on equality and respect, but emphasized that these efforts have been met with no sincerity from China. He also noted that China's refusal to recognize Taiwan as a separate entity and its political preconditions for dialogue have hindered any meaningful progress in cross-strait relations [1].

In response to Taiwan's accusations, a spokesperson for China's Taiwan Affairs Office dismissed the claims, stating that Taiwan's independence and secession attempts undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait [1].

The ongoing tensions between Taiwan and China have significant implications for regional stability and economic growth. Investors and financial professionals should closely monitor the situation, as any further escalation could lead to disruptions in global supply chains and impact financial markets.

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[1] https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2025-05-28/china-being-provocative-ignoring-olive-branches-top-taiwan-policymaker-says