The Chinese mainland has strongly criticized Taiwan’s leader Lai Ching-te for his public endorsement of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s recent remarks on Taiwan, labeling his actions as ‘disgusting.’ During a press conference, Peng Qing’en, spokesperson for the State Council’s Taiwan Affairs Office, accused Lai of ‘courting Japan’s favor and betraying Taiwan.’ Peng emphasized that Lai’s behavior revealed his ‘shameful betrayal of the motherland and disregard for heritage.’ He further warned the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities that any reliance on external forces would lead to disgrace and that traitors would face justice. Peng’s comments came in response to Takaichi’s statements, which have sparked widespread protests in Taiwan. Lai defended Takaichi and shared a photo of himself enjoying Japanese cuisine on social media, claiming it symbolized the ‘strong friendship’ between Taiwan and Japan. Peng asserted that Takaichi’s remarks constituted gross interference in China’s internal affairs, violated international law, and undermined the post-war international order. He urged Japan to reflect on and correct its mistakes, demanding the withdrawal of all ‘erroneous statements’ regarding Taiwan.
Mainland slams Lai Ching-te for ‘disgusting’ support of Japanese PM’s Taiwan remarks
