Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) lawmaker Lin Dai-hua has called for stricter regulations targeting TikTok and other foreign platforms, following the circulation of deepfake videos targeting DPP politicians, Focus Taiwan (CNA) reported. Lin proposed amending Taiwan`s Anti-Infiltration Act to compel foreign-based platforms deemed a potential national security threat to establish local offices in Taiwan.

Under Lin`s proposal, platforms failing to meet the requirement by the designated deadline could face access restrictions. Taiwan`s security agencies would have the authority to instruct internet service providers to block such platforms. Lin emphasised that these measures would align Taiwan`s digital regulations with those in Europe and the United States, ensuring better protection against foreign interference.