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Taiwan proposes fines or detention for public hate speech, terrorism content, or messages linked to China, aiming to boost security and stability.
Taiwan’s government has proposed amendments to its Social Order Maintenance Act that would fine individuals up to NT$30,000 or detain them for up to three days for spreading hate speech, terrorism-related messages, or narratives linked to hostile foreign forces—widely understood to mean China—in public spaces like parks and train stations.
The draft targets public expressions using flags, slogans, or online content that threaten national sovereignty or public order, but excludes private communications.
Authorities may require online platforms to restrict or remove such content, with penalties for noncompliance.
The changes, pending legislative approval, aim to enhance national security and social stability amid rising concerns over disinformation and foreign interference, aligning with President Lai Ching-te’s security strategy.
Taiwán propone multas o detención por discurso público de odio, contenido terrorista o mensajes vinculados a China, con el objetivo de aumentar la seguridad y la estabilidad.