Elon Musk has weighed in on China-Taiwan relations, and Taiwanese politicians are not impressed.
The ambassador added that Taiwan"will enjoy a high degree of autonomy as a special administrative region, and a vast space for development.""Any lasting proposal for our future must be determined peacefully, free from coercion, and respectful of the democratic wishes of the people of Taiwan," Hsiao added Saturday.
Taiwan sells many products, but our freedom and democracy are not for sale. Any lasting proposal for our future must be determined peacefully, free from coercion, and respectful of the democratic wishes of the people of Taiwan.On Monday, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen delivered the National Day Address. She did not reference Musk's comments, but did talk about relations with China.
"I want to make clear to the Beijing authorities that armed confrontation is absolutely not an option for our two sides. Only by respecting the commitment of the Taiwanese people to our sovereignty, democracy, and freedom, can there be a foundation for resuming constructive interaction across the Taiwan Strait," Tsai said, according to an official transcript of her speech.
"Provided there is rationality, equality, and mutual respect, we are willing to work with the Beijing authorities to find a mutually agreeable arrangement for upholding peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. This is our shared responsibility."
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