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On Jan. 7, 2026, the Chinese mainland added two diehard “Taiwan independence” secessionists and one accomplice to its sanction lists, vowing legal measures to protect national interests.
On Jan 7, 2026, the Chinese mainland named Liu Shih-fang and Cheng Ying-yao as die-hard “Taiwan independence” secessionists, bringing the list to 14 and vowing legal action against them.
Russia reaffirms its opposition to Taiwan independence, backing the one-China principle and criticizing strategic containment efforts.
The Chinese mainland has imposed sanctions on former Japan Self-Defense Forces chief Shigeru Iwasaki for alleged collusion with Taiwan independence separatist forces, freezing assets and barring entry.
On December 8, spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Taiwan independence separatists who forget their roots will be spurned by the people and condemned by history.
The PLA’s Joint Sword-2024B drills near Taiwan send a strong message to “Taiwan independence” forces. Military expert Fu Zhengnan emphasizes the PLA’s readiness to escalate operations if needed.