Taiwan issues travel advisory to citizens following threat of execution in China

Taiwan’s government has raised its travel warning for China, Hong Kong, and Macau due to a threat from Beijing to execute those supporting Taiwan independence. China has made its dislike of Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te known, viewing him as a separatist. The recent threat of execution for separatists has escalated tensions between the two countries. Taiwan has warned its citizens against unnecessary travel to China to protect their safety, emphasizing the risks involved. China has vowed to pursue Taiwan separatists, but it is unclear how they could enforce judgments outside their borders. Taiwan has expressed concerns that the threat of execution could cause fear among its people and hinder efforts to improve relations. Despite offering talks with China, President Lai has been rejected, as he rejects Beijing’s sovereignty claims and believes Taiwan’s future should be decided by its people. Taiwan’s government emphasized the importance of protecting its citizens by raising the travel warning and reminding them of the risks involved in visiting China.

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