China & Tsai Ing-wen

China: China views Taiwan as an inalienable part of its territory, and its 'One China' principle is a key factor in its relationship with the United States.

Tsai Ing-wen: Tsai Ing-wen, as president of Taiwan, received a congratulatory call from then-President-elect Donald Trump, which was a significant diplomatic event.

China: China is a central nation in the summit, involved in trade disputes, technology competition, the Taiwan issue, and discussions regarding the war in Iran.

Tsai Ing-wen: Tsai Ing-wen's election as President of Taiwan in 2016, representing the Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, contributed to rising tensions with China.

China: China exerted 'intense pressure' and 'economic coercion' on Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar, leading to the revocation of flight permits for Lai Ching-te's aircraft. China denies coercion and praises the actions of the African countries, reinforcing its 'one China' principle.

Tsai Ing-wen: Tsai Ing-wen, former President of Taiwan, visited Eswatini in 2023, highlighting the historical diplomatic ties between the two nations.

Tsai Ing-wen: Tsai Ing-wen, as the former president from the Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, rejected Beijing's claims to Taiwan in 2016, leading to China severing high-level contact with Taiwan.