Taiwan

Foreign Malign Influencers

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30 days

Summary

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About This Module

The Foreign Malign Influencers module tracks thousands of media organizations and individuals known to advance narratives that favor Russian, Chinese, Iranian, and similar interests.

Top Items

These narrative items are the most relevant and/or the most amplified
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U.S. firms sanctioned for Taiwan arms sales
China has taken countermeasures by sanctioning six U.S. defense-related companies and five senior executives. The move comes after the United States recently announced another arms sale to Chinas Taiwan region. Beijing's countermeasures came into effect as of Friday, the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
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Utusan Malaysia Online
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Taiwan pantau 'gelombang' ujian peluru berpandu China
Taiwan pantau 'gelombang' ujian peluru berpandu yang berlaku di wilayah utara China, Mongolia Dalam. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website.
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China opposes U.S. and its allies accusing China of directing cyberattacks: FM
China opposes U.S. and its allies accusing China of directing cyberattacks. China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the international community sees clearly who is conducting long-term monitoring and espionage on its allies. Australia-led report published on Tuesday morning said advanced persistent threat 40 (also known as APT40) had "repeatedly" targeted governments across the Indo-Pacific.
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Sputnik
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China Suspends Arms Control Consultations With US Over Sale of Weapons to Taiwan
China suspends consultations with Washington on arms control and non-proliferation due to US's sale of weapons to Taiwan. China has decided to suspend a new round of consultations with the United States. "The responsibility for the situation lies with the US side," Lin Jian said.
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Opportunities shared across Taiwan Strait
Summit promotes youth engagement, economic and cultural exchanges. Meeting also said that the mainland will improve institutions and policies to promote economic, cultural exchanges and cooperation across the Taiwan Strait. Senior official Song Tao told Taiwan representatives to firmly uphold the stance that both sides belong to one China, resolutely oppose "Taiwan independence", and encourage more young people from Taiwan to engage in the construction of the mainland.
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Vice-Foreign Minister urges U.S. to respect China's sovereignty
Vice-Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu held a phone call with the United States Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell. He urged the U.S. to respect China's sovereignty, security and development interests. The Taiwan question is at the core of China's core interests and the first red line that must not be crossed, Ma said.
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Mainland protests Japan's joint drill with Taiwan
Mainland protests Japan's joint drill with Taiwan region, urging Japan to rectify its wrongdoings and abide by the one-China principle. Drill on Thursday was the first maritime exercise since Japan severed its diplomatic ties with China's Taiwan region in 1972. Aim of the drill is to prepare for unforeseen contingencies in the East China Sea and South China Sea.
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Passion for opera bridges Taiwan Strait
Cheng Ting-yi is a doctoral student at Beijing Normal University studying Kunqu Opera. The 28-year-old has traveled from Taiwan to the Chinese mainland to seek out the roots of the craft. Cheng has shared the beauty of Chinese culture by performing abroad, fostering a sense of pride in Chinese identity.
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Arms control consultations with U.S. halted
Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian made the remarks at a regular news conference. U.S. officials say China declined a follow-on meeting to consult on arms control and nonproliferation after both sides met in November. Lin said the decision was made because the US. has disregarded China's firm opposition and repeated protests, kept selling arms to the Taiwan region.
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U.S. should stop conniving and supporting Philippine provocations and nuisances
U.S. should stop conniving and supporting Philippine provocations and nuisances, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday. The root cause of the current tense situation on China's Ren'ai Jiao is that the Philippine side has turned its back on the consensus reached with China, he said. The Taiwan question is at the core of Chinas core interests, and the first red line that cannot be crossed in China-U.S relations, Ma said.

Context

China's geopolitical landscape is heavily influenced by its demographic, social, economic, and military factors. With a population exceeding 1.4 billion, China is the world's most populous country, which presents both opportunities and challenges in terms of resource allocation and social stability. The Chinese government emphasizes national unity, particularly regarding Taiwan, which it views as a breakaway province. This perspective is deeply rooted in China's historical narrative and is a core aspect of its national identity.

Economically, China is a global powerhouse, being the second-largest economy. However, its economic growth is accompanied by rising tensions with the U.S., particularly over trade and military sales to Taiwan. The recent U.S. arms sale to Taiwan has escalated these tensions, prompting China to impose sanctions on U.S. defense companies and halt arms control discussions. This reflects China's broader strategy to assert its influence in the Indo-Pacific region while countering perceived threats from the U.S. and its allies.

Geographically, China's vast territory includes critical maritime routes in the East and South China Seas, where it has ongoing territorial disputes. Military drills with Taiwan and Japan highlight the strategic importance of these waters and the potential for conflict. China's military modernization efforts are aimed at enhancing its capabilities to project power and secure its interests.

National security remains a priority for China, with the government closely monitoring foreign activities, particularly those perceived as espionage or cyber threats. The Taiwan issue is central to China's security strategy, and any perceived encroachment by the U.S. or its allies is met with strong diplomatic and military responses, underscoring the fragile balance of power in the region.