Taiwan has urged China not to disrupt the “status quo” by using military threats or suppression, according to the Taipei Times. In a press statement, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) once again called on China to acknowledge Taiwan’s existence and respect its independence.
MOFA also expressed gratitude to its allies for addressing China’s recent provocations and showing concern for Taiwan. The ministry emphasized the need for peaceful dialogue, stating, “Do not attempt to use military provocations or other methods to threaten or suppress Taiwan and undermine the regional status quo,” urging China to resolve their differences through diplomatic means.
The ministry further stressed the importance of stability in the region: “Maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait is in the common interest of both sides of the Taiwan Strait and the international society.”
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Additionally, MOFA thanked its international allies, including the US, UK, France, Germany, New Zealand, Lithuania, South Korea, and over 30 other countries, as well as the EU, for publicly voicing their concerns regarding China’s military actions. “MOFA sincerely thanks our allies… for publicly expressing their concerns about China once again conducting military drills to intimidate our nation,” the ministry said.
Recently, Taiwan has reported an increase in Chinese military activities near its territory. On October 19, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) announced the detection of 10 Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels. In response, Taiwan deployed aircraft, naval ships, and coastal-based missile systems to monitor the activities of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). In a post on X, Taiwan’s MND confirmed, “10 PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around Taiwan were detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. We have monitored the situation and responded accordingly.”
Since 1949, Taiwan has operated as a self-governed entity, although China still considers it a part of its territory and has not ruled out using force for reunification.
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