Chinese pressure proves it has no authority over Taiwan: LaiBy Fion Khan / Staff writer, with CNAPresident William Lai (賴清德) today said that cross-border pressure exerted by the Chinese government on Taiwanese only serves to demonstrate that Beijing’s public authority does not extend to Taiwan, proving that it is not part of the People’s Republic of China. Lai was attending a graduation ceremony for the 62nd class of the Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau’s investigation training program. His remarks came after China sanctioned two Cabinet ministers, accusing them of “separatism.”President William Lai speaks at a graduation ceremony for the 62nd class of the Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau’s investigation training program today. As commander-in-chief of the armed forces, Lai pledged to “safeguard the nation” and protect the lives and property of all citizens, never allowing China’s pressure or reach to extend into Taiwan. This is the most basic responsibility and obligation of legislators to the nation and its people, he added.

Source: Taipei Times January 08, 2026 09:53 UTC