The Chinese government warned self-ruled Taiwan on Thursday that it was courting...
TAIPEI - The Chinese government warned self-ruled Taiwan on Thursday that it was courting “disaster”, after the running mate for President Tsai Ing-wen in January elections said he was working toward the island’s independence, a red line for Beijing.
The issue of Taiwan’s formal independence has shot into the election spotlight since Lai joined with Tsai. China’s nationalistic Global Times tabloid responded by saying China should issue an international arrest warrant for him to face prosecution under the country’s 2005 Anti-Secession Law. China considers Taiwan its territory, to be taken by force if necessary.
“‘Taiwan independence’ is a dead end, and it will only bring profound disaster to Taiwan. It will surely be opposed by all Chinese people, including Taiwan compatriots,” it added.
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