China Accuses Taiwan of Provoking Cross-Strait Tensions -

China blames Taiwan for escalating tensions and rejecting dialogue, while Taiwan counters that China’s military actions and the ‘One China’ policy are responsible for the breakdown in relations.

Taiwan has responded by arguing that China’s actions, particularly its military activities around Taiwan and the imposition of the ‘One China’ policy, are the real causes of the deterioration in cross-strait relations. Taiwan asserts that the Chinese government’s insistence on its policy of claiming Taiwan as part of its territory, along with increasing military drills near the island, has heightened tensions and made dialogue difficult.

The disagreement comes amid a broader context of ongoing tensions between the two sides, with China ramping up its military presence in the region and Taiwan pushing back against what it sees as growing Chinese pressure. Taiwan’s leadership has consistently stated its commitment to peace and stability but has also emphasized its resistance to Beijing’s assertion of sovereignty over the island.

While Taiwan has expressed a willingness to engage in peaceful dialogue, it insists that such discussions can only occur if China’s approach changes, specifically around the military threat and the ‘One China’ principle. Taiwan believes that the ongoing tension is largely due to Beijing’s failure to acknowledge Taiwan’s sovereignty and its willingness to employ coercive measures in an attempt to force compliance.

China, on the other hand, has maintained that Taiwan’s refusal to engage in talks and its increasingly assertive stance against Beijing’s policies are the primary reasons for the breakdown in relations. According to Chinese officials, Taiwan’s actions have led to a worsening of the situation and impeded any potential for peaceful resolution.

Both sides appear to be entrenched in their positions, with little indication of immediate steps toward reconciliation. The ongoing tension has led to concerns from the international community, particularly in light of the growing military presence in the Taiwan Strait and the increasing rhetoric between the two governments.

The delay of the Twin City Forum, which was supposed to facilitate exchanges between Taiwanese and Chinese officials, has been attributed to China’s failure to finalize its guest list, contrary to claims from Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC). According to reports by Taipei Times, Taiwan had approved over 90% of the guests submitted by China, but the process was stalled due to a few individuals from China’s Taiwan Affairs Office not being approved.

These individuals, linked to the Taiwan Affairs Office, are involved in the enforcement of Beijing’s 22 guidelines against “Taiwan independence,” a policy introduced by China in June 2023. The guidelines are part of China’s broader strategy to undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty and reduce its international standing. Taiwan’s rejection of these particular individuals reflects its opposition to Beijing’s aggressive stance and the imposition of policies that it sees as undermining Taiwan’s autonomy.

Despite the delays, Taiwan has reiterated that its reluctance to approve certain Chinese representatives does not indicate an unwillingness to engage in dialogue. Taiwan maintains that it seeks constructive interactions but insists that any exchanges must be based on mutual respect and not under the shadow of Beijing’s coercive policies.

Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) has expressed frustration over the continuation of China’s “22 guidelines,” which hinder the lifting of a ban on group tours to China. The guidelines, introduced by Beijing in June 2023, are seen as part of China’s broader efforts to force Taiwan into submission and undermine its sovereignty. Despite this, many Taiwanese citizens still find ways to travel to China independently, signaling ongoing interest in cross-strait exchanges.

Taiwan remains open to dialogue with China, emphasizing that it is willing to reconsider the group tour ban and other policies if China demonstrates positive action toward fostering better relations. Taiwan continues to advocate for goodwill, but the tension remains high due to Beijing’s ongoing military activities.

The Taiwan Ministry of Defence (MND) reported heightened military activity in the region, including the detection of 15 aircraft from the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and eight vessels from the PLA Navy (PLAN) near Taiwan’s territory. Several PLA aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait, breaching Taiwan’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ). Taiwan responded by monitoring the situation and conducting war-preparedness drills at strategic locations.

Additionally, Taiwan tracked a Chinese satellite launch on January 7, 2025, which posed no immediate threat but was closely observed due to its flight path crossing over central Taiwan. The MND is also closely monitoring ongoing PLA operations near Taiwan, which have included several instances of aircraft and naval vessel crossings into Taiwan’s ADIZ.

The continued military presence and China’s insistence on reunification under its “One China” policy are at the heart of the rising tensions between the two sides. While Taiwan operates as a de facto independent state with its own government and military, Beijing sees Taiwan as a breakaway province and has made reunification a long-standing priority. The situation remains delicate as Taiwan, with the support of a significant portion of its population, continues to uphold its stance on independence.

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