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Probe into 'Taiwan independence' separatist Shen Pao-yang a just, necessary move to safeguard national unity: spokesperson

Global Times

By Liu Xin and Ding Yazhi Published: Oct 28, 2025 01:30 PM

A police probe against "Taiwan independence" separatist Shen Pao-yang over secession charges is a just and necessary move to oppose separatism and safeguard national unity, a spokesperson for China's State Council Taiwan Affairs Office said Tuesday.

Chen Binhua, the spokesperson, made the statement after police in Chongqing police announced that they launched a criminal investigation against Shen Pao-Yang over his suspected acts of secession, including initiating and establishing the separatist organization, the Kuma Academy, or "Black Bear Academy."

The investigation, based on China's Criminal Law and related judicial opinions on punishing "Taiwan independence" hardliners, aims to hold Shen criminally accountable for his separatist actions, according to the Xinhua News Agency.

Chen said on Tuesday that Shen is a diehard "Taiwan independence" separatist in every sense of the word. The decision by public security authorities to open a criminal investigation against him is a concrete action implementing related regulations on punishing stubborn "Taiwan Independence" separatists and a just and necessary move to oppose separatism and safeguard national unity.

Chen said that "Taiwan independence" separatist activities are the biggest real threat to peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits, and that diehard separatists are "traitors to the Chinese nation and criminals who undermine cross-Straits relations, split the country, and seek independence by provoking confrontation."

Taking firm legal action and imposing severe punishment on the very small number of diehard separatists who have engaged in particularly egregious acts or rampant separatist activities, Chen said, is aimed at protecting the interests and well-being of the vast majority of Taiwan compatriots and defending national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

He called on the people of Taiwan to clearly distinguish right from wrong, resolutely oppose separatist acts for "Taiwan independence," and work together to advance cross-Straits exchanges, cooperation, and integrated development, safeguarding the common homeland and creating enduring prosperity for the Chinese nation.

"Launching a criminal investigation into Shen over his suspected acts of secession is not only a warning but also a form of legal enforcement," Li Zhenguang, director at the Institute of Taiwan Studies at Beijing Union University, told the Global Times on Tuesday.

"The case has now entered legal proceedings — no matter where he is, the law will pursue him. It's a concrete step to safeguard national unity and deter separatist forces," said Li.

Zheng Jian, a professor at the Taiwan Research Institute of Xiamen University, said that Shen has been an active collaborator in Lai Ching-te's recall campaign — a move strongly opposed by the majority of Taiwan residents. He is also a frequently named "Taiwan independence" diehard by the mainland.

Shen, a Taipei native in his 40s, was put on the list of obstinate "Taiwan independence" separatists by the Taiwan Affairs Office of China's State Council in October, 2024. The punishments include banning Shen and his families from entering the mainland as well as Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions, and restricting the Kuma Academy and any institutions related to the academy and Shen from working with organizations or individuals in the mainland. Additionally, their associated businesses and financial sponsors will be strictly prohibited from profiting in the mainland.

With backing from Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities and external forces, the Kuma Academy has openly fostered violent "Taiwan independence" individuals under the guise of training and outdoor activities. Shen, the head of the academy, has been actively and systematically organizing activities promoting "Taiwan independence." He has also deliberately promoted "Taiwan independence" and "anti-China" ideologies, particularly targeting the young people in Taiwan, according to Xinhua.

Zheng told the Global Times that the newly launched criminal investigation marks the second phase of judicial action, with law enforcement preparing to gather evidence through legal means before transferring the case for prosecution. The mainland's notice places Shen under full legal scrutiny, signaling that judicial proceedings are officially underway.

In recent months, the mainland has taken a series of coordinated steps to oppose separatism and advance reunification — including establishing Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration.

Zheng said that the set of measures aim to strengthen national unity, revive Chinese identity among those misled by separatist forces, and send a clear warning to "Taiwan independence" advocates. "Shen's case is both a lawful act of accountability and a stern reminder that only by turning back from the brink can there still be a way forward," said the expert.