Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi Emphasizes Maintaining Peace in Taiwan Strait Aligns with International Interests in Interview with British Media
Taiwan's Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi stated in an interview with British media that maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait aligns with not only U.S. interests but also the common interests of the international community. He also mentioned security cooperation with the U.S. and support for enhancing Taiwan's defense capabilities.
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(Central News Agency reporter Wu Shu-wei, Taipei, 12th) Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi recently gave an exclusive interview to the British "ITV News," which aired yesterday. Chen Ming-chi stated that Taiwan trusts the U.S.'s security commitment to maintaining regional peace and stability because it aligns with not only U.S. interests but also the common interests of the entire world.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a press release tonight, stating that Chen Ming-chi's exclusive interview with ITV News on April 22 was broadcast locally on the 11th.
Chen Ming-chi stated that Taiwan's mainstream public opinion is based on three core principles: first, the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the People's Republic of China are not subordinate to each other; second, Taiwan's future must be decided by its people through democratic means; and third, Taiwan expects China to reduce its military activities and tensions around Taiwan.
Regarding the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Chen Ming-chi mentioned that Taiwan understands the U.S.'s desire to stabilize the overall situation through dialogue. Taiwan also hopes that the U.S. will clearly express that maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait aligns with U.S. interests and the common interests of the international community, and that China should not unilaterally change the status quo by force or coercion.
Touching on Taiwan's critical position in the global supply chain, Chen Ming-chi reiterated that Taiwan is a good and trustworthy partner in the international community and will not weaponize its important position in the global supply chain.
Regarding Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation, Chen Ming-chi explained that the U.S. has long steadfastly supported Taiwan's promotion of defense reforms, playing an important role particularly in enhancing Taiwan's self-defense capabilities. The U.S. announced a major arms sale to Taiwan last year, which not only helps strengthen Taiwan's defense capabilities but also has positive significance for the morale of Taiwanese society.
Chen Ming-chi also emphasized that Taiwan trusts the U.S.'s security commitment to maintaining regional peace and stability because it aligns with not only U.S. interests but also the common interests of the entire world.
Facing the risk of possible military action by China against Taiwan, Chen Ming-chi stated that Beijing should not misjudge or miscalculate. Historically, many authoritarian leaders have suffered serious consequences due to misjudging situations, and Chinese leaders should also take this into consideration. Taiwan has continuously studied various possible scenarios and made preparations.
Regarding the situation in Hong Kong and "One Country, Two Systems," Chen Ming-chi pointed out that the Taiwanese people have clearly witnessed the developments in Hong Kong since 2019 and deeply understand that the outcome of "One Country, Two Systems" would lead Taiwan to a situation similar to, or even worse than, Hong Kong. The Taiwanese people will not accept the "One Country, Two Systems" arrangement. (Editor: Chang Jo-yao) 1150512
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(Central News Agency reporter Wu Shu-wei, Taipei, 12th) Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi recently gave an exclusive interview to the British "ITV News," which aired yesterday. Chen Ming-chi stated that Taiwan trusts the U.S.'s security commitment to maintaining regional peace and stability because it aligns with not only U.S. interests but also the common interests of the entire world.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a press release tonight, stating that Chen Ming-chi's exclusive interview with ITV News on April 22 was broadcast locally on the 11th.
Chen Ming-chi stated that Taiwan's mainstream public opinion is based on three core principles: first, the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the People's Republic of China are not subordinate to each other; second, Taiwan's future must be decided by its people through democratic means; and third, Taiwan expects China to reduce its military activities and tensions around Taiwan.
Regarding the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Chen Ming-chi mentioned that Taiwan understands the U.S.'s desire to stabilize the overall situation through dialogue. Taiwan also hopes that the U.S. will clearly express that maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait aligns with U.S. interests and the common interests of the international community, and that China should not unilaterally change the status quo by force or coercion.
Touching on Taiwan's critical position in the global supply chain, Chen Ming-chi reiterated that Taiwan is a good and trustworthy partner in the international community and will not weaponize its important position in the global supply chain.
Regarding Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation, Chen Ming-chi explained that the U.S. has long steadfastly supported Taiwan's promotion of defense reforms, playing an important role particularly in enhancing Taiwan's self-defense capabilities. The U.S. announced a major arms sale to Taiwan last year, which not only helps strengthen Taiwan's defense capabilities but also has positive significance for the morale of Taiwanese society.
Chen Ming-chi also emphasized that Taiwan trusts the U.S.'s security commitment to maintaining regional peace and stability because it aligns with not only U.S. interests but also the common interests of the entire world.
Facing the risk of possible military action by China against Taiwan, Chen Ming-chi stated that Beijing should not misjudge or miscalculate. Historically, many authoritarian leaders have suffered serious consequences due to misjudging situations, and Chinese leaders should also take this into consideration. Taiwan has continuously studied various possible scenarios and made preparations.
Regarding the situation in Hong Kong and "One Country, Two Systems," Chen Ming-chi pointed out that the Taiwanese people have clearly witnessed the developments in Hong Kong since 2019 and deeply understand that the outcome of "One Country, Two Systems" would lead Taiwan to a situation similar to, or even worse than, Hong Kong. The Taiwanese people will not accept the "One Country, Two Systems" arrangement. (Editor: Chang Jo-yao) 1150512
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