Taiwan Urges Peace and Dialogue as Military Tensions with China Rise
20-May-2025Marking his first year in office, President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan has renewed calls for peace and dialogue with China amid a backdrop of intensified military activity around the Taiwan Strait. Speaking to reporters, Lai stressed that “peace is priceless” and that “in war there are no winners.”
"Taiwan is a peace-loving nation. It is the aggressor who undermines peace," Lai declared. Yet he emphasized the importance of vigilance: "Our pursuit of peace must not be naive." He reiterated Taiwan's commitment to self-defense against any attempts by Beijing to annex the island.
President Lai’s speech notably avoided directly addressing China’s annexation ambitions, focusing instead on environmental and economic reforms and domestic political reconciliation. However, when asked during a press conference, he invited Beijing to restart suspended dialogues “on equal terms” and replace hostility with cooperation.
China Responds with Accusations
China’s state media agency, Xinhua, accused Lai of “deliberately escalating tensions” and continuing a pro-independence stance that threatens stability in the region. Cross-Strait communications were cut in 2016 after Tsai Ing-wen's election victory, and Beijing still refuses to engage with Taiwan’s current leadership.
Meanwhile, Taiwan’s government warned that China could initiate psychological warfare or military drills in retaliation. Security officials have said that morale-disrupting tactics and media campaigns may be part of Beijing’s toolkit moving forward.
Domestic Political Struggles
Lai’s administration has also been grappling with a divided legislature. The opposition Kuomintang (KMT) and Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) have accused him of inflaming cross-strait tensions and pushing a narrow agenda. In an attempt to ease political friction, Lai has announced national security briefings for KMT leadership — a gesture welcomed but deemed insufficient by opposition figures.
Tsai Ing-wen's Diplomatic Efforts Continue
In related news, former President Tsai Ing-wen is visiting the United Kingdom this week at the invitation of British parliamentarians. Her trip, postponed last year due to UK-China diplomatic scheduling, underscores Taiwan’s continued outreach despite increasing isolation attempts by Beijing.
Tsai's visit follows stops in Lithuania and Denmark and is seen as a symbol of Taiwan's commitment to international cooperation. Although Britain has no formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, it remains a crucial democratic ally. In 2023, the two countries signed an Enhanced Trade Partnership Arrangement, and the UK has also supported Taiwan’s domestic submarine program.
As tensions escalate in the Taiwan Strait, the world watches closely. While Beijing continues its assertive military posture, Taiwan’s leaders are calling for dialogue, resilience, and global support for peace and democratic values.
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