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Editorial: Le Monde

Taïwan : les mérites du statu quo
Jan. 15, 2024

  • Lai Ching-te has been elected as the president of Taiwan, marking the third consecutive win for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) since 2016.
  • Even though the DPP has lost the majority in the Parliament, the electorate in Taiwan appears to persistently reject reunification with China.
  • Lai Ching-te is more radical in his support for Taiwanese independence than his predecessor, Tsai Ing-wen, which may heighten tensions with China.
  • International voices, including United States and European Union, have called for calm and reiterated their support for the current 'status quo'.

Conclusion: Despite pressures from China and internal unrest, the will for independence within Taiwan remains strong under its new leader Lai Ching-te. However, international pressure to maintain peace and stability is significant to prevent a potential escalation of conflicts in the region.