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Taiwan's Shen Defies China Amid Secession Investigation

10/29/2025

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DPP lawmaker Puma Shen criticized Beijing after the Chongqing Municipal Public Security Bureau announced an investigation into him for alleged "secession" due to his founding of Kuma Academy on October 28-29, 2025.
Shen stated that Taiwanese people are "not afraid" of China's intimidation tactics.
The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) condemned China's jurisdiction claims, asserting that its laws do not apply to Taiwan.
MAC Minister Chiu Chui-cheng noted that China's guidelines impose severe penalties on advocates for Taiwanese independence.
The MAC urged Taiwanese citizens to remain vigilant against potential illegal detentions in China.

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DPP lawmaker Puma Shen criticized Beijing after the Chongqing Municipal Public Security Bureau announced an investigation into him for alleged "secession" due to his founding of Kuma Academy on October 28-29, 2025.
Shen stated that Taiwanese people are "not afraid" of China's intimidation tactics.
The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) condemned China's jurisdiction claims, asserting that its laws do not apply to Taiwan.
MAC Minister Chiu Chui-cheng noted that China's guidelines impose severe penalties on advocates for Taiwanese independence.
The MAC urged Taiwanese citizens to remain vigilant against potential illegal detentions in China.