Reported 7 months ago
President Lai Ching-te's appearance on the cover of Time magazine has sparked discussion on cross-strait relations. Lai emphasized in an interview the importance of dialogue, trade, and education exchanges between Taiwan and China, underpinned by dignity and equality. His mention of 'cross-strait not under each other's jurisdiction' in his inaugural speech, which has also been mentioned by former President Ma Ying-jeou, resulted in Chinese military exercises. Lai clarified that this statement is a fact and not meant as provocation, aiming to unite the people of Taiwan, stressing Taiwan's sovereignty as an independent country under the ROC Constitution.
Source: YAHOO