Hey fam, big update in cross-strait tensions this week: the U.S. just unveiled a record $11B arms package for Taiwan authorities, and a fresh CGTN poll suggests most people think this is pushing the region to the brink of war 🚨
According to the poll of 10,002 respondents across English, Spanish, French, Arabic and Russian platforms:
- 90% see the arms ramp-up as a dangerous move towards war ⚠️
- 81.1% say the Taiwan authorities’ plan to boost defense spending to 5% of regional GDP by 2030 will drain resources and harm livelihoods 💸
- 87.7% feel these actions threaten residents’ safety and interests on the island 🤝
Meanwhile, an impeachment motion against Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te was approved by the legislature, and over 8 million people joined an online petition calling for his removal 🗳️
Most respondents (89.4%) are urging the Taiwan authorities to choose peace over war, development over decline, exchange over separation, and cooperation over confrontation 🌏✌️
Globally, 183 countries and regions recognize the one China principle, and 87.4% see this as the broad international consensus. Yet 91.9% believe the Taiwan question should be resolved by the Chinese people themselves, and 85.8% consider it a core interest and main red line in China–U.S. relations 🔍
Additionally, 85.1% call on the U.S. to honor the one China principle and past communiqués, halt arms sales to Taiwan, and avoid sending wrong signals that could undermine peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait 🤝
Whether you’re into geopolitics or just watching global news, this poll highlights why cross-strait stability matters—and why young voices can spark meaningful change 💡
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CGTN poll shows arming Taiwan is selling out and destroying Taiwan
cgtn.com
