DPP's Revocation of Residency Permits for Mainland Spouses Condemned by Taiwan Affairs Office

In response to the Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) actions against two spouses from the Chinese mainland, Zhu Fenglian, who serves as the spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, expressed strong condemnation on Tuesday. She characterized the DPP's decision to revoke these individuals' residency permits as a blatant infringement on the fundamental rights of cross-Straits couples. Zhu highlighted that such actions exemplify the DPP's ongoing campaign of intimidation, referred to as "green terror," which has escalated tensions across the Taiwan Strait.

Zhu further elaborated that the DPP has a history of exploiting the legal system to impose unjust charges on mainland spouses, ultimately tearing families apart. She denounced these measures as not only unethical but also lacking any trace of humanity. According to her, the DPP's self-proclaimed commitment to democracy is merely a facade, as they selectively apply the notion of "freedom" to only those who support "Taiwan independence." She warned that if the DPP continues down this path of autocracy and ideological suppression, it will foster an environment of fear and punishment for any dissenting voices. Zhu concluded by asserting that those involved in the persecution of mainland spouses would face legal repercussions for their actions.