Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Calls for Aviation Transparency; Lin Chia-lung Expresses Appreciation
After Chinese pressure disrupted President Lai's trip to Eswatini, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara called for aviation transparency. Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung expressed gratitude, emphasizing resilience against authoritarianism.
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(Central News Agency, Reporter Yang Yao-ju, Taipei, 23rd) Following disruptions to President Lai's trip to Eswatini, Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara called for ensuring aviation transparency today. Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung expressed appreciation and gratitude, while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated that any behavior infringing upon Taiwan's sovereign status cannot hinder Taiwan's diplomatic interactions with other countries.
During a press conference today regarding President Lai Ching-te's cancellation of his visit to the African ally, the Kingdom of Eswatini, due to pressure from China, Kihara stated that ensuring the common international interest of aviation safety is crucial and should be operated in a transparent manner. Japan will continue to monitor the situation. Additionally, cross-party Diet members in Japan publicly condemned China's unreasonable suppression and bullying tactics immediately.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a press release tonight noting that Lin Chia-lung expressed sincere appreciation and gratitude for the Japanese remarks.
The MOFA sternly reiterated that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is an independent, sovereign, and democratic country, and it is not subordinate to the People's Republic of China. Any attempt to infringe upon Taiwan's sovereign status cannot change the objectively recognized international status quo, nor can it hinder Taiwan's diplomatic interactions with nations. China should immediately cease all words and deeds that undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and the region.
The MOFA emphasized that Taiwan, as a responsible member of the international community, always abides by relevant international norms. Going forward, it will continue to deepen cooperation with friendly allies like Japan to jointly deter the challenges posed by authoritarianism to regional security, peace, and stability. (Editor: Su Lung-chi) 1150423
During a press conference today regarding President Lai Ching-te's cancellation of his visit to the African ally, the Kingdom of Eswatini, due to pressure from China, Kihara stated that ensuring the common international interest of aviation safety is crucial and should be operated in a transparent manner. Japan will continue to monitor the situation. Additionally, cross-party Diet members in Japan publicly condemned China's unreasonable suppression and bullying tactics immediately.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a press release tonight noting that Lin Chia-lung expressed sincere appreciation and gratitude for the Japanese remarks.
The MOFA sternly reiterated that the Republic of China (Taiwan) is an independent, sovereign, and democratic country, and it is not subordinate to the People's Republic of China. Any attempt to infringe upon Taiwan's sovereign status cannot change the objectively recognized international status quo, nor can it hinder Taiwan's diplomatic interactions with nations. China should immediately cease all words and deeds that undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and the region.
The MOFA emphasized that Taiwan, as a responsible member of the international community, always abides by relevant international norms. Going forward, it will continue to deepen cooperation with friendly allies like Japan to jointly deter the challenges posed by authoritarianism to regional security, peace, and stability. (Editor: Su Lung-chi) 1150423