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The recall effort, led by civic groups, was framed by its backers as a stand against “pro-China” influence. But KMT officials and supporters denounced it as an attack on democracy.
Taiwan’s sweeping recall vote targeting opposition lawmakers could reshape its legislature and intensify tensions with China, as President Lai Ching-te backs the campaign amid accusations of Beijing interference.
The Office of Management and Budget under the Executive Office of the President said the Trump administration appreciated the $500 million allocated by the House of Representatives, calling it "critical to enabling the Department of Defense's efforts to strengthen Taiwan's self-defense capabilities ," the Focus Taiwan news portal reported.
Turning to TikTok, Lee referenced its interference in the US in March 2024 as a warning for Taiwan. Before a House vote on legislation targeting ByteDance, TikTok urged its 170 million users to pressure lawmakers to oppose the bill.
China's ambassador to Israel on the status of Taiwan and the Taiwan Strait, and the threat to peace and stability
Taiwan's internet connectivity faces potential risks as tensions with China escalate. A report by Recorded Future highlights how undersea cables, crucial to Taiwan's internet traffic, could be targeted by China.