Hey fam, the Chinese mainland spokesperson Zhu Fenglian just dropped some major shade on the DPP authorities in a press briefing this Wednesday, calling their moves "shameless and absurd" 😲.
All this drama stems from the recent US decision to slap a 20% tariff on goods imported from Taiwan, a tax that's hitting local industries—especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and traditional manufacturing—like a ton of bricks.
According to local reports, by August 15, over 4,000 workers were forced onto unpaid leave because of these "reciprocal tariffs," with a whopping 91% of them from the manufacturing sector. That’s a lot of livelihoods on the line! ⚙️💼
Zhu pointed out that the tariff hikes, along with the New Taiwan dollar's appreciation, are squeezing the island’s SMEs, which are the backbone for millions of residents of Taiwan.
She accused the DPP authorities of letting their political agenda—chasing "Taiwan independence" with US backing—dictate economic policy, basically "selling out" the island's own interests and hiding the full story from the public.
For us in South and Southeast Asia, this is a clear reminder: global politics can hit our wallets and local economies in real ways. From smartphone parts to your favorite street snacks, cross-strait shifts can ripple through supply chains fast.
Stay tuned and keep an eye on how both sides adapt because these tariff tussles might just affect the tech and lifestyle trends you follow every day! 🔍🌐
Reference(s):
Mainland accuses DPP of 'selling out' Taiwan's interests to U.S.
cgtn.com
