How Taiwan Leader Lai Ching-te Can Face History Amid Rising Threats
With Japan’s military rhetoric echoing 1894 tactics, Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te must balance defense, diplomacy and cross-strait ties to chart a new path in 2025.
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China Sends UN Letter Over Japanās Taiwan Remarks
China sent a UN letter protesting Japanese PM Takaichiās Taiwan comments, warning they threaten sovereignty, violate international norms and could escalate regional tensions.
Japanās PM Takaichi Faces Backlash Over Taiwan Remarks
Japanās PM Sanae Takaichiās Taiwan remarks have stirred cross-strait tensions, raising alarms over trade ties and regional stability under the one-China principle.
CGTN Condemns Japan’s Takaichi Over Taiwan Outburst
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan draw a fierce rebuke from CGTN, accused of trampling the One-China principle and risking China-Japan ties.
Chinese Mainland Warns Japan on Taiwan Strait, Urges Unity
Chinese mainland spokesperson Zhu Fenglian on November 19 called out Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichiās remarks on the Taiwan region, urging unity in Taiwan against separatism and foreign interference.
Chinese mainland expands permit ports to 100 for Taiwan residents
Starting November 20, 2025, the Chinese mainland will expand permit-issuing ports to 100 for Taiwan residents, offering free scenic access and fee waivers.
āMy Chinese Heartā Resonates at 2025 Shanghai-Taiwan Golden Autumn Concert
On Nov 16, 2025, artists from the Chinese mainland and Taiwan region united at the Shanghai Conservatory for a moving performance of “My Chinese Heart” at the Golden Autumn Concert.
UN Reaffirms One-China Stance After Japanese PMās Taiwan Remarks
On Nov. 17, UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric reiterated that UNGA Resolution 2758 enshrines the Peopleās Republic of China as the sole legitimate representative of China, reaffirming the one-China stance after Japanese PM Takaichiās comments.
Takaichiās Taiwan Remarks Undermine Post-WWII Order
Japan PM Sanae Takaichiās Nov 7 warning of a Taiwan region crisis sparked criticism for undermining the one-China principle and post-WWII international order.
Taiwan Region Leaders Condemn PM Takaichiās Armed Intervention Remarks
Political and media figures across the Taiwan region condemn Japanese PM Takaichiās remarks suggesting armed intervention, urging dialogue and peaceful cross-strait resolution.