Taiwan opens digital platform for Chinese users to submit intel tips

In particular, Taiwan's National Security Bureau said on its website that in recent years, the Chinese economy has faced growing difficulties, while political control has remained tight.

"Coupled with a ​growing range of social and livelihood-related problems, these conditions have fuelled public discontent. As a result, an increasing number of individuals have approached relevant agencies in Taiwan, wishing to provide various types of information," the statement said.

The website also features a one-minute AI-generated video showing a Chinese government official watching colleagues being laid off.

The site is currently blocked in China, but it can be accessed via VPN. Reuters notes that many Chinese citizens use such tools to access Western social media and search engines.

In addition to the statement, the Taiwanese security bureau urged Chinese citizens, both inside and abroad, to "actively provide information and make changes with courage."

It emphasized that the channel allows Chinese individuals to submit intelligence-related information to "expand the bureau's diverse intelligence sources."

It also said the new approach follows the example of agencies in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and Israel.

Earlier in 2024, China attempted a similar tactic, announcing an email address where people could report alleged crimes committed by Taiwanese "separatists."

China–Taiwan conflict

Notably, China considers self-governed Taiwan its territory, while Taipei rejects this claim.

Recently, Taiwan has increasingly prioritized its own security amid the threat from China, including by seeking to learn from Ukraine's experience resisting Russia.

Also, Taiwan recently launched missiles toward China during military drills, demonstrating how the island could respond in the event of an attack.