Altered Entry Permit to Show 'Five-Star Red Flag'? Chinese Man Faces Consequences, Influencer Bakiong Reveals Government's Response: 'Serves Him Right!'

On the 15th, Taiwanese网红 Bakiong posted a new update on the social media platform Threads, revealing the latest official response from Taiwan's authorities regarding a Chinese national who publicly shared an altered version of his 'Republic of China Taiwan Area Entry & Exit Permit.' The incident began when a man from Guangdong, China, known online as 'Xiao K,' obtained a valid entry permit to Taiwan, then used image-editing software to modify the electronic document. He replaced the official Republic of China national flag with China's Five-Star Red Flag and changed the country designation to 'Chinese Taiwan Region' before uploading the altered image to the Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book).

Bakiong quickly noticed the post and reported it to the relevant authorities, sparking widespread discussion across Taiwan's online communities. According to screenshots shared by Bakiong, Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior Immigration Agency confirmed that the individual, registered under the name 'Xiao K,' had deliberately altered the official document by digitally replacing the ROC flag and modifying the legally mandated national designation to an unofficial term.

After verification, the Immigration Agency formally requested the issuing authority to revoke the man's entry and exit permit in accordance with the law and imposed a travel ban. As a result, his planned trip to Taiwan on July 12 has been officially canceled. Bakiong commented on the outcome, stating it was 'deserved,' and many netizens echoed this sentiment, with comments such as 'Let the Chinese 'Little Pinks' cry and delete their posts—they can't come to Taiwan now,' 'Justice served,' and 'Finally, the Immigration Agency took action!'

The case highlights Taiwan's strict stance on the integrity of official documents and national symbols. Any unauthorized alteration, especially one involving political symbolism, is treated as a serious violation. The swift response serves as a warning to others who may attempt similar acts in the future, reinforcing Taiwan's position on sovereignty and legal compliance. While some users in China have criticized the move as an overreaction, the general sentiment in Taiwan supports the government's firm enforcement of immigration rules and national dignity.