Chinese infiltration 結果共27筆

Taiwan court extends detention of ex-journalist charged with espionage. The case raises questions about how anti-spy laws apply to media workers.

Taiwan indicts former CTi News anchor Lin Chen-you on charges of accepting Chinese cryptocurrency to produce anti-recall content and bribing military personnel.

Taipei prosecutors indicted Xu Chunying for violating the Anti-Infiltration Act by collaborating with CCP officials. She faces charges of illegal transactions and election interference.

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan held a confidential meeting to discuss a NT$1.25 trillion military procurement bill. Defense Minister Wellington Koo briefed the committee, aiming to expedite the review. The bill faces opposition from the KMT and TPP. Koo stressed the importance of respecting the legislative process and highlighted counterintelligence successes amid Chinese infiltration concerns.

Taiwan’s Defense Minister Wellington Koo expressed concerns over the tight timeline for the Narwhal submarine’s delivery. President Lai Ching-te calls for increased defense spending to boost Taiwan’s security. Koo highlights the need for integrated defense systems and addresses a recent security breach involving China.

Judge Hsu Kai-chieh briefed the CECC on Chinese infiltration in Taiwan, highlighting espionage, societal division, and tech espionage. He urged global cooperation.

Japan and Taiwan signed a memorandum to prevent spies from entering Japan during emergencies. The agreement aims to enhance security and cooperation, focusing on thwarting Chinese spies disguised as Taiwanese nationals.

The Straits Exchange Foundation addressed concerns over Chinese influence on Taiwan’s recall elections. Secretary-General Lo Wen-chia reported 29 infiltration cases by China, highlighting military involvement. Despite threats, Lo expressed confidence in Taiwan’s democracy and citizens’ rights.

Former President Ma Ying-jeou will lead a delegation to the 17th Straits Forum from June 14 to 27. Officials stress depoliticization and adherence to regulations for cross-strait exchanges.

Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council warns of Chinese Communist Party activities infiltrating campuses. Authorities will act if exchange programs breach rules.

Premier Cho Jung-tai addresses espionage claims linked to the DPP, citing Lenin and Mao on infiltration tactics. He urges local governments to enhance security.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Education plans to create materials promoting national identity and awareness of China’s threats by summer. Education Minister Cheng Ying-yao announced this initiative amid concerns over Chinese influence in schools.

Taiwan’s defense minister reveals 87% of espionage cases have been uncovered through whistleblowing by military personnel. Authorities indicted 159 since 2020.

Authorities searched properties linked to Kuomintang legislator Fu Kun-chi on March 14, investigating alleged violations by Zhan Tianxia Co. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office emphasizes objectivity in its ongoing probe.

President Lai Ching-te announced the reinstatement of Taiwan’s military trial system to counter Chinese espionage. Reforms will address military crimes and enhance national security.

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense plans to amend military law to penalize active-duty personnel showing allegiance to enemies. The move targets Chinese infiltration.

Taiwan’s interior minister reports fewer than 10 citizens hold Chinese ID cards, countering claims of 200,000. Authorities urge reporting illegal activities.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Interior seeks to dissolve the Chinese Unification Promotion Party over Chinese funding and election interference. The party faces allegations of crimes threatening national security and election integrity.

Discover how Taiwan is boosting patrols in its waters following the seizure of a Taiwanese fishing vessel by the China Coast Guard, as announced by National Security Bureau Director-General Tsai Ming-yen. This move aims to protect legal maritime activities and uphold fishermen’s rights amidst rising tensions.

Discover the latest on the detention of a Taiwanese fishing boat by Chinese authorities and Taiwan’s response to protect fishermen’s rights and address alleged media infiltration.

Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense is bolstering security measures after a Hong Kong national visited a military think tank, aiming to protect against potential threats and maintain sovereignty.

The Democratic Progressive Party criticizes Ma Ying-jeou’s proposal to amend the Anti-infiltration Act, highlighting its importance in preventing Chinese interference in Taiwan’s elections and resisting efforts to weaken the legislation.

In this story, Kuomintang (KMT) candidate Hou Yu-ih expresses disapproval of foreign influence in Taiwan’s elections during a presidential debate. Hou criticizes the Anti-Infiltration Act and the potential politicization of the judiciary. He accuses Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Chao Tien-lin of pro-China bias without legal consequences and hints at undisclosed reception from Chinese authorities during Lai Ching-te’s visit to mainland China in 2017. Hou questions the DPP’s double standards and openly scrutinizes Lai, demanding their stance on U.S. disapproval of Taiwan’s independence. He labels Lai as a ＂pragmatic worker of Taiwan independence.＂

The Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) spokesperson, Chen Binhua, expressed doubt over Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te’s claim that his election would reduce the risk of a cross-strait war. Chen highlighted the contradiction in Lai’s stance as a supporter of Taiwanese independence while believing his presidency would mitigate tensions. Chen emphasized the international consensus to uphold the One China principle and maintain peace. Lai dismissed claims that supporting him meant war as Chinese propaganda and argued that his policy aligns with international norms. Chen countered by citing the success of the ＂One Country, Two Systems＂ formula in Hong Kong. Chen also addressed investigations into bureau chiefs suspected of violating the Anti-Infiltration Act and concerns over Taiwanese living in China being unable to return to vote due to a recent outbreak. He expressed concern that if the DPP authorities deprived Taiwanese living in China of their voting rights, it would expose their autocratic and non-democratic character to the world.

The spokesperson for China’s Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO), Chen Binhua, denied allegations of Beijing interfering in Taiwan’s elections during a press conference. Chen dismissed the claims made by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) as baseless rumors and accused the ruling party in Taiwan of misleading the electorate. Taiwan’s national security agencies have repeatedly warned about interference from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) as the country prepares for the 2024 presidential election. In recent investigations, members of the ＂Union of Chinese Nationalists＂ in Kaohsiung were accused of accepting funds from the TAO for political activities in mainland China. The association is suspected of promoting specific political views and pan-blue support during their travels. The Ciaotou District Prosecutors Office has summoned 22 members for investigation, including individuals named Cheng and Ye, who are accused of violating Taiwan’s Anti-Infiltration Act and Public Officials Election and Recall Act. They have been released on bail with travel restrictions pending further investigation.