In his annual Double Tenth address, which commemorates the founding of the Republic of China, Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te publicly supported ongoing diplomatic efforts between Washington and Beijing. Lai stated that these talks are essential to reducing the risk of military conflict in the region. During the speech, he emphasized the importance of international cooperation among democratic nations to maintain stability and asserted the need for the international community to respect the Taiwanese people's right to exist.

While Lai framed his remarks as a call for peace and regional security, the response from Beijing was immediate and critical. Officials in mainland China characterized the address as a provocation, accusing Lai of using the platform to stir up confrontation across the Taiwan Strait. Beijing’s reaction highlights the ongoing friction between the mainland government and the current Taiwanese administration regarding the island's political status and its relationship with the international community.