The Chinese government’s actions following Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan may not be limited to Taiwanese companies only.
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Tokyo, Beijing “No comment” has long been the standard response from the Taiwanese government as the world speculated about a visit to the island by US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The government hoped that this would give China fewer targets for attack and thus alleviate the possible penalties. It didn’t help.
In addition to military maneuvers that are unique in scope, China’s government has already launched the first economic sanctions to influence Taiwan’s domestic political debate. As early as August 1, China’s customs stopped imports from more than 100 Taiwanese food companies. Now the export of natural sand to Taiwan, which is used in the construction industry, among other things, is to be stopped.
China is using the economic sanctions to underline its claim on Taiwan. The communist leadership in Beijing regards Taiwan as part of the People’s Republic, which should be united with the mainland by force if necessary.
China-Taiwan conflict: First economic punishments
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