“As an experienced political news reporter, Kao should know that the minutes, on which his entire story was based, came from a Cabinet-level meeting. “Chinese state media have also helped spread the report, making it a fuel for Beijing’s cognitive warfare against Taiwan. The report also tarnished Taiwan’s image in the international community and could have triggered international sanctions, she said. “While the government supports freedom of the press and speech, using misinformation or disinformation hurts the people and the country. The United Daily News should take its social responsibility seriously and admit that it is wrong,” Lin said.
