"Taiwan condemns Russia's infringement on Ukrainian sovereignty & encourages all parties involved to resolve their disputes rationally & peacefully," she wrote. "Meanwhile, we will take steps to bolster our military readiness & counter cognitive warfare while ensuring economic stability."

Not so fast

Three hours later, the CCP-owned mouthpiece for the regime, Global Times, tweeted: "Taiwan is eager to grab attention from the Ukraine issue. But there is no dispute over Ukraine's sovereignty despite disputes on its borders."

"Taiwan's sovereignty has never existed. It's only a matter of time that your secessionist regime will be eradicated."