China: death penalty for advocating ‘Taiwan independence’ - eviltoast
China instated the death penalty for "particularly serious" cases involving supporters of Taiwanese independence. New judicial guidelines, entitled "Opinions on Punishing the Crimes of Splitting the Country & Inciting Splitting the Country by 'Taiwan Independence' Diehards," were jointly issued by... Read moreChina: death penalty for advocating ‘Taiwan independence’
  • RubberDuck@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    5 months ago

    Such a dishonest reply. As the guidelines specifically even forbid using honest means to further a political goal. And the punishment goes up to the death sentence. But then you are a cheerleading an authoritarian government. Seems par for the course.

    The guidelines categorize and outline specific actions that constitute crimes of secession and incitement to secession, including:

    • Initiating or establishing organizations, plans, or programs aimed at promoting Taiwanese independence.
    • Attempting to alter Taiwan’s status through legislative means or referendums.
    • Seeking international recognition of Taiwan as an independent entity.
    • Using one’s job or influence, such as in government, education, or media, to misrepresent or falsify the history of Taiwan’s status as part of China.
    • Consistently taking part in or playing a major role in activities that support Taiwanese independence.

    The new standards stipulate severe punishments for those identified as leaders or significant participants in secessionist activities, and classify actions causing “significant harm to the state and its people” as offenses that may result in the death penalty. Other punishments range from life imprisonment to fixed-term imprisonment, similarly depending on the severity and role in the activities.

    In response to the new guidelines, Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council issued a statementemphasizing the democratic freedoms enjoyed by Taiwan’s citizens. The council asserted that Beijing has no jurisdiction over Taiwan and that the new laws are therefore not binding on the people of Taiwan. The council further criticized the Chinese Communist Party’s actions as detrimental to cross-strait relations.