China threatens Taiwan with more trade measures after denouncing president’s speech

China is considering additional trade measures against Taiwan following President Lai Ching-Te’s speech, with the Ministry of Commerce stating that the ruling party has not taken steps to lift trade restrictions on mainland China. The announcement could lead to tariffs or economic pressure on Taiwan, as tensions rise due to China’s view of Taiwan as its own territory and Lai’s rejection of Beijing’s sovereignty claims. The trade dispute stems from Taiwan’s perceived stance on independence, with China previously reinstating tariffs on Taiwanese imports and potentially ending preferential trading terms under the Cross-Strait Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement.

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