A recent report by a US congressional commission accuses China of leveraging legal and judicial mechanisms as political tools against Taiwan, framing this approach as part of a broader 'lawfare' strategy aimed at achieving its territorial and political goals. The report highlights the case of Puma Shen, a legislator from Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party, who was placed on a Chinese sanctions list in 2024 and subsequently faced a criminal investigation for allegedly being a 'diehard Taiwan independence separatist.' This incident marks the first known instance of a Taiwanese lawmaker facing criminal proceedings under China's new judicial measures targeting advocates of Taiwanese independence. The commission argues that such actions are designed not only to punish individuals but also to deter political activism related to Taiwanese sovereignty. Furthermore, the report discusses China's efforts to extend its influence internationally, particularly its attempts to undermine the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China, which aims to coordinate democratic responses to China's policies. Concerns were raised about Chinese diplomatic pressure affecting participation in international events, reflecting a calculated effort by Beijing to shape global perceptions of Taiwan and discourage support for the self-governing island.