Washington DC, March 31 -- A spokesperson for the US government described a recent request from the Chinese government, urging citizens to report individuals advocating for "Taiwan independence," as "irresponsible and reprehensible," according to a report by Taipei Times.

In an email referenced by Taipei Times, an unnamed spokesperson from the US Department of State stated, "China's urging for private individuals to inform on alleged 'persecution or suppression' by so-called 'Taiwan independence henchmen and accomplices' is both irresponsible and reprehensible."

The spokesperson indicated that this action is part of Beijing's "intimidation campaign" against Taiwan and its allies, which they claim is "threatening free speech globally, de...