Taiwan's President Lai warns that China's increasing authoritarianism presents a global challenge.

• Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te stated that China's growing authoritarianism will not be limited to Taiwan and that Taiwan is not the only target of China's economic pressures.
• Lai emphasized the need for global cooperation to curtail China's efforts, which have now become a challenge at the global level.

Lai Ching-te, Taiwan's President, has warned that China's increasing authoritarianism will not be halted by the island and poses a threat at the international level.

The annual Ketagalan Forum, concentrating on security concerns in the Indo-Pacific, had Lai as its speaker. The event drew attendees from various nations, including the U.S., India, Japan, Australia, and Canada.

"Lai stated that China's growing authoritarianism will not be limited to Taiwan and that its economic pressures are not the only target, adding that this authoritarianism is becoming increasingly aggressive."

Lai emphasized the need for global cooperation to curtail China's efforts, which have now become a challenge at the global level.

As China has been increasing its military actions in the South China Sea, his remarks have emerged.

The Taiwanese president stated that China aims to alter the rules-based international order. As a result, democratic nations must unite and take decisive action.

The Ministry of Transport in China conducted a maritime patrol and law enforcement operation in the Taiwan Straits to improve traffic management and emergency rescue capabilities.

In May, following Lai's swearing-in, China's military carried out two-day drills near Taiwan as a form of "reprisal" for the island's "secessionist behavior."

The Spratly Islands have been a source of tension between China and the Philippines for several months, culminating in a recent collision between vessels from both countries near the disputed Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea.

After the vessel collision, Beijing's actions were condemned by Philippine allies, including the U.S., which reaffirmed its mutual defense pact with the Philippines.

Lai stated that these actions aim to intimidate China's neighbors and threaten regional peace and stability.

Taiwan's January elections, which resulted in Lai's ascension to power, were not recognized by China, as the ruling Democratic Progressive Party did not align with the general public's views.

Beijing maintains that the self-governed island of Taiwan is part of its territory.

The Chinese foreign ministry did not provide a comment when CNBC requested one.