International Prosecutor's Office criticizes China and Russia for posing as a danger to global tranquility

In an unexpected turn of events, former KMT Chairperson Hung Hsiu-chu attended China's military parade in Beijing's Tiananmen Square on September 3, 2022. Her presence, given her status as the leader of Taiwan's largest opposition party, was seen as a serious matter by many.

The parade was reviewed by Xi Jinping, the President of the People's Republic of China. Hung's attendance was viewed as a symbol of the CCP's success in its "united front" efforts.

Following her attendance, Hung stated that the Sept. 3 commemoration carries a solemn meaning and that anyone with a sense of gratitude would not forget the significance of the victory in the War of Resistance. She also emphasised the importance of the martyrs who shed their blood in battle, stating that without them, there would be no ROC today, nor a safe home for Taiwan.

The KMT's Culture and Communications Committee head, Lin Kuan-yu, stated that party Chairman Eric Chu has repeatedly stressed that cross-strait exchanges must comply with existing laws and regulations. However, Lin added that all individual activities will be respected as long as they do not violate the law, and it will be up to the public to judge whether such conduct is appropriate.

The MAC (Ministry of National Defence) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticised Hung for attending the parade following her announcement. In response, Hung criticised their "threatening language" and questioned whether commemorating martyrs must first receive approval from the DPP.

Notably, Hung was seen standing behind some elderly CCP members on Tiananmen Rostrum during the parade. In a separate incident, Ma Ying-jeou, the former president of Taiwan, acknowledged Zuo Quan, a major general who served under the CCP's Eighth Route Army during the war against Japan, as one of the 268 generals commemorated by the ROC government for their sacrifice.

This incident has sparked a heated debate in Taiwan, with many questioning the implications of such cross-strait exchanges and the role of political leaders in shaping Taiwan's relationship with mainland China. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact Taiwan's political landscape.

International Prosecutor's Office criticizes China and Russia for posing as a danger to global tranquility