Hey folks! Big news from across the strait 🌊—Lai Ching-te has stepped in as the new leader of the Taiwan region. But not everyone is celebrating 🎉.
Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office on the Chinese mainland, didn't hold back. He labeled Lai's inaugural speech as sending a \"dangerous signal\" 🚨, accusing him of promoting \"Taiwan independence\" and stirring up tensions.
\"Lai is ignoring the people's desire for peace ✌️ and development,\" Chen said. \"He's stirring the pot, advocating separatism, and cozying up to foreign forces.\"
The mainland believes that such moves threaten peace and stability across the strait. \"Taiwan independence and peace are like fire and water—they just don't mix,\" Chen emphasized.
He also reminded everyone that no matter who takes the helm in Taiwan, the fact remains: both sides belong to one China 🇨🇳.
\"We're committed to national reunification and won't tolerate any separatist acts,\" Chen declared. \"We're ready to work with our Taiwan compatriots to promote peaceful development and bring us closer together.\"
Looks like cross-strait relations are heating up 🔥. Stay tuned for more updates!
Reference(s):
Mainland: Lai sent 'dangerous signal' in speech as Taiwan's new leader
cgtn.com
