Taiwan criticizes Musk for labeling it as part of China.
Taiwan Slams Elon Musk, Asserts Independence
After Tesla CEO Elon Musk characterized Taiwan as an “integral part of China,” Taiwan’s Foreign Minister reacted furiously, saying Taiwan was “not for sale.”
During the “All In” Summit, Musk made controversial remarks, comparing Taiwan’s situation to that of Hawaii, stating that it is an integral part of China. Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Joseph Wu strongly disagreed, emphasizing Taiwan’s distinct identity.
Taiwan’s Stand
Joseph Wu highlighted the fact that X (formerly called Twitter) is blocked in China, and he questioned Musk’s support for such policies. He also mentioned reports that Musk denied Ukraine access to SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network for potential military purposes.
In response, Wu tweeted, “Hope @ElonMusk can also ask the CCP to open @X to its people. Perhaps he thinks banning it is a good policy, like turning off @Starlink to thwart Ukraine’s counterstrike against Russia. Listen up, Taiwan is not part of the [People’s Republic of China] & certainly not for sale!”
Musk’s Controversial Statements
This is not the first time Musk has sparked outrage in Taiwan. In a previous interview with the Financial Times, he suggested that Taiwan should become a “special administrative zone” controlled by China. Taiwan’s representative to the U.S., Bi-khim Hsiao, firmly rejected this idea, emphasizing that Taiwan’s freedom and democracy are not negotiable.
China’s Influence on Tesla
China holds significant importance for Tesla, being its second-largest market and the production hub for half of its cars. Additionally, over one-quarter of Tesla’s revenue reportedly comes from China. In 2019, Tesla became the first foreign automaker to establish an independent factory in China.
Tensions Between China and Taiwan
The relationship between China and Taiwan has long been contentious. China considers Taiwan as part of its territory, while Taiwan has maintained its independence since 1949. The United States has not officially recognized Taiwan’s independence, leading to ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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