'Taiwan Independence' Means We Don't Belong to Beijing, Says Lai Ching te The latest statement from Taiwanese President Lai Ching te has sparked a mix of reactions in both Taiwan and China.
According to Lai, "Taiwan independence" means the island is not beholden to China, and only the people of Taiwan can decide its future.
Lai's comments are not new, but they serve as a crucial reminder of Taiwan's position amidst increasingly tense relations with China.