Beijing’s cross-border crackdown on Taiwanese independence supporters is expected to escalate, extending beyond China and its territories to “China-friendy” countries and those with Chinese police stations, a Taiwanese national security officials said yesterday.

Following the conclusion of China’s annual parliamentary meetings last month, China’s cross-border repression is expected to expand, the officials said.

Beijing’s annual work conference on Taiwan affairs was held on Feb. 25 and 26, followed by the “two sessions” — the National People’s Congress and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference — from March 5 to 11, they said.

Those perceived to support Taiwanese or Tibetan independence face increased risks of police interrogation, arbitrary arrest and indictment on false charges when they visit mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and certain “China-friendly” countries, they said.

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The caution not only extends to China — countries that maintain good relations with Beijing might also pose a risk, as local police may exercise pressure and intimidation, the officials said.

In countries with Chinese overseas police stations, Taiwanese might be questioned or falsely accused of crimes, they added.

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