The Taiwanese government claims that Beijing used economic coercion to persuade three African nations to revoke permission for President Lai Ching-te to use their airspace during a planned trip.

The government in Taiwan has recognized and awarded young environmentalists for their contributions to environmental protection and sustainability.

Yet with no Taiwanese government position, Cheng had no authority to negotiate on Taipei's behalf with Xi.

Experts are calling on the Taiwanese government to address and counter China's exploitation of electric vehicle (EV) technology, likely referring to intellectual property or market practices.

China has pledged to strengthen economic and political ties with Taiwan following a visit by Taiwan's nationalist opposition leader, though the Taiwanese government has dismissed these promises as "poisoned."