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Presidential election in Taiwan: China’s shadow hangs over the campaign
The presidential election will take place on Saturday January 13 in Taiwan. The shadow of China hangs over this campaign, with the favorite in this election being considered a serious danger by Beijing for his separatist positions. – (France 2)
The presidential election will take place on Saturday January 13 in Taiwan. The shadow of China hangs over this campaign, with the favorite in this election being considered a serious danger by Beijing for his separatist positions.
More than ever, the Chinese threat is hovering in the air and making headlines in Taiwanese newspapers. Since January 1, 23 Chinese balloons have crossed the strait, in addition to the presence of warships deployed by Beijing, reconnaissance drones and fighter planes. On the coasts of Taiwan there is the risk of a Chinese invasion, because Beijing considers that the island must be conquered by hook or by force. Faced with this scenario, Taiwan is strengthening its army, increasing its budget and extending the duration of military service.
“Beijing calls on the Taiwanese to make ‘the right choice’”
The shadow of China hangs over the campaign for the presidential and legislative elections on Saturday January 13. For the DPP, the ruling party, Taiwan must remain Taiwan. Same story with the opposition KMT party, which advocates a rapprochement with Beijing. “What matters to us is democracy and freedom”says Warren Wu, youth president KMT. Thursday evening, “Beijing calls on the Taiwanese to ‘The good choice’. The favorite in this presidential election is considered a serious danger for his separatist positions”indicates France Télévisions Asia journalist Arnauld Miguet.
