Former Taiwan President Tsai Visits Europe

Former Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen has embarked on her first overseas trip since leaving office, visiting European nations including the Czech Republic, where she will speak at the Forum 2000 International Conference. Tsai aims to strengthen Taiwan-Europe relations and convey the Taiwanese people's commitment to democracy and freedom during her eight-day itinerary, which also includes a visit to the European Parliament in Brussels. This marks a significant moment as it is the first time a former Taiwanese leader has visited the EU capital, amid heightened tensions between Beijing and Taipei. China's Foreign Ministry has condemned the trip, urging European nations to adhere to the one-China principle. Tsai's visit comes as the EU faces escalating trade tensions with China, complicating the geopolitical landscape. Despite lacking official diplomatic ties with European states, Taiwan has garnered increasing support from the European Parliament in recent years.