The Chinese mainland has introduced new judicial guidelines aimed at addressing actions related to Taiwan independence. Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, emphasized that these measures are specifically designed to target diehard \"Taiwan independence\" separatists, distancing them from the broader population of Taiwan.
In a recent press conference, Chen criticized the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities for allegedly distorting the intentions behind the judicial measures. He stated that the DPP has been conflating the majority of Taiwan residents with a minority of separatist elements, which Chen described as spreading rumors and creating unnecessary panic among the populace.
The newly released judicial document clearly outlines that the measures apply to criminal activities such as organizing, plotting, or executing schemes of \"de jure independence.\" This includes seeking independence through foreign support or the use of force. Chen assured that the guidelines have been formulated in strict accordance with the law, ensuring that only individuals involved in such separatist activities are targeted, without affecting the majority of Taiwan compatriots.
Furthermore, Chen highlighted that any political party, organization, or individual in Taiwan that does not seek to split the country and acknowledges that both sides of the Taiwan Strait are Chinese and part of one family will not face any obstacles in engaging with the mainland.
For those who have previously supported \"Taiwan independence\" but have since changed their stance, the new guidelines allow for partial or full exemption from criminal liability. This is contingent upon ceasing all separatist activities and taking concrete steps to mitigate or eliminate any harmful consequences, according to Chen.
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Mainland: punitive measures only aimed at marginal forces in Taiwan
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