Taiwan Vice President Attends European Democracy Forum Amid Beijing Protests
Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim is attending the Ventotene Conference in Italy alongside the foreign minister, a move that has triggered sharp condemnation from Beijing. The confidential nature of the visit underscores the diplomatic risks involved in strengthening ties with Europe amidst ongoing geopolitical friction.
According to GN auto geopolitics/asia-pacific: Taiwan tensions, the delegation also includes Taiwan's foreign minister, and the itinerary was kept confidential until arrival for security reasons. This senior-level engagement highlights Taipei's strategy to deepen ties with European nations despite the lack of formal diplomatic relations.
Source: devdiscourse.comTaiwan's second-highest official is attending a high-profile democracy conference in Italy, a move that has drawn sharp condemnation from Beijing and prompted diplomatic friction with Rome.
Source: nikkei.com
