William Lai Elected as Taiwan's New President Amid Tensions with China

China Reiterates Claim on Taiwan, Accuses US of Violating Unofficial Relations Agreement

William Lai of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has been elected as Taiwan's new president, marking a historic third consecutive term for the DPP.
China has responded to the election result by reiterating its stance that Taiwan is part of China and that reunification is 'inevitable'.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken congratulated Lai and emphasized the US's commitment to maintaining cross-strait peace and stability.
Despite Lai's victory, the DPP did not secure a majority in the legislature, which may require the new government to compromise on policy and cooperate with parties more favorably disposed to Beijing.
Beijing has lodged a formal diplomatic complaint against the US for its congratulatory message to Lai, claiming it violates the US's promise to maintain only unofficial relations with Taiwan.