In the wake of increased cross-strait tensions, Taiwan's leader Lai Ching-te delivered a speech on October 10, highlighting Taiwan's commitment to democracy and expressing concerns over external influences on the island's sovereignty.
Lai emphasized the importance of defending democracy, national defense, and a rules-based world order, while advocating for peace and prosperity in the region. He voiced the need for strengthening Taiwan's defense capabilities with support from Western democracies.
China has consistently advocated for peaceful reunification under the \"One Country, Two Systems\" principle, citing the examples of Hong Kong and Macao. Beijing has expressed that foreign interference poses a threat to regional peace and stability, asserting its intention to counter external influences.
Analysts observe that Taiwan's alignment with Western powers and its defense strategy have become focal points in the broader geopolitical landscape, influencing the dynamics within the Taiwan Strait.
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