China Issues Warrants for Arrest of 20 Taiwanese Suspected of Conducting Cyber Attacks
*Calling Out China's Tactics: Taiwan Denounces Arrest Warrants and Business Sanctions*
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China's aggressive approach towards Taiwan took a new turn this week, as it issued arrest warrants for 20 Taiwanese citizens and banned a Taiwanese company. According to Chinese authorities, the individuals were involved in hacking operations that targeted the mainland, while the company, Sicuens International, is led by a lawmaker and his father, who are described as die-hard supporters of Taiwanese independence.
The Chinese government in Guangzhou alleges that the hacking group, led by Ning Enwei, acted under the direction of Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), an allegation vehemently denied by the DPP. The charges and the specifics of the alleged cyber activities have not been disclosed[1][2][3].
Meanwhile, China's government has stopped all commercial dealings with Sicuens International, a company specializing in sourcing bicycle parts from China. Taiwan's national legislature member, Puma Shen, and his father are associated with the company[1][2].
The DPP has responded to China's accusations by labeling them as baseless fabrications aimed at stirring up trouble. Acting director of International Affairs, Michael Chen, pointed out that China—not Taiwan—is the most prolific perpetrator of cyberattacks, inflation, cognitive warfare, and grey-zone threats[3].
"We are seeing a textbook example of the bully crying foul," commented Michael Chen. "China is using its political and economic power to isolate Taiwan, while Taiwan continues to defend its democracy and sovereignty."
China views Taiwan as its own territory and has consistently pressured the island to accept reunification. Tensions between the two sides remain high, with China regularly sending military aircraft and ships around Taiwan, and Taiwan bulletproofing its military in response.
For its part, Taiwan has faced international criticism for its allegedly lax approach to cybersecurity. Last year, Taiwan was listed among the top five targets for hacking by the U.S. government[4].
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:tags: China, Cybersecurity, Taiwan, Politics
- The latest escalation in the ongoing war-and-conflicts between China and Taiwan involves arrest warrants for Taiwanese citizens and business sanctions against a Taiwanese company, amidst accusations of cyberattacks and political disagreements.
- This general-news story covering the Taiwan-China standoff also highlights the broader realm of crime-and-justice, as China alleges that an influential Taiwanese company is involved in malicious cyber activities, while Taiwan denounces these accusations as baseless fabrications.
