Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Johnson Rejects China Bullying Taiwan, Urges Stronger Ties
Former UK leader Boris Johnson visited Taiwan and said China shouldn't be mean to them.
He wants countries in the West to be friends with Taiwan, not shy away.
China has been putting pressure on Taiwan.
Johnson thinks Taiwan is a free place and doesn't deserve to be treated this way.
Taiwan's President also wants to work with other democracies, building economic ties and increasing defense spending.
This visit is happening while Britain and China are trying to get along better.
Former UK PM Boris Johnson visited Taiwan and spoke out against China's actions.
Johnson urged the West to strengthen ties with Taiwan.
He stated Taiwan shouldn't be bullied by China.
The visit occurred amidst efforts to stabilize relations between Britain and China.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te also spoke at a security forum, discussing democratic supply chains.
- Who
- Boris Johnson, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, and China
- What
- Boris Johnson's visit to Taiwan and his stance on China's actions.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Why
- To show support for Taiwan and condemn China's pressure.
China's Stance
Western Countries' Stance
Interference
China's Stance
Views visits by British lawmakers as interference.
Western Countries' Stance
Supports deeper ties with Taiwan.
- Former UK PM
- Boris Johnson
- Location
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Event
- Security forum speech
- Taiwan President
- Lai Ching-te