Radio Taiwan International
Date: 01 April, 2019
By: Andrew Ryan
President Tsai Ing-wen has spoken out against what she called a “provocative act” by
President Tsai speaks out on Monday against a provocative move by Chinese jets over the weekend. (CNA photo)
China. She was referring to two Chinese warplanes crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Sunday.
Taiwan’s air force intercepted the two J-11 fighter jets shortly after they entered Taiwan’s air space.
At a commissioning ceremony for Taiwan’s top brass on Monday, Tsai accused the Chinese military of breaking an understanding between Taipei and Beijing. She said it was an open provocation to regional security and stability.
“I would like to not only lodge a strong protest, but also remind Beijing authorities not to deliberately provoke, cause a stir or attempt to jeopardize the status quo in the Taiwan Strait,” said Tsai. “I also want to let the Taiwan people know that they should not doubt the military’s ability and determination to safeguard Taiwan. The military stands firm in maintaining the nation’s security and sovereignty, protecting [Taiwan’s] free and democratic way of life, and moving to further strengthen Taiwan.” [FULL STORY]
