Key facts
- China conducted a maritime survey east of Taiwan last month for territorial planning and resource management.
- China's coast guard conducted law enforcement patrols near Taiwan.
- Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung condemned China's "wolf warrior" diplomacy at the Pacific Islands Forum.
- Lin accused Chinese officials of espionage at the summit.
- China objected to Taiwan's participation in the forum.
Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung condemned China's "wolf warrior" diplomacy at the Pacific Islands Forum, stating that Chinese officials also engaged in espionage at the event. China had objected to Taiwan's presence at the summit, asserting that Taipei was not qualified to attend and that its participation would have consequences. The meeting was hosted by Palau, one of three Pacific Island nations with official diplomatic ties to Taiwan. Lin described China's remarks as unwelcome and undermining Pacific unity, noting that China issued a travel warning for Palau last month. He also expressed concern about Chinese personnel present at various venues, characterizing their activities as espionage. Lin expressed confidence that Taiwan would continue to gain support, especially as China reveals its "aggressive and domineering nature."