How did Taiwan respond to Japan's decision to allow Taiwanese citizens to list Taiwan as their place of origin in family registries?

Taiwan's government warmly welcomed Japan's decision to allow Taiwanese citizens to list Taiwan instead of China as their place of origin in family registries. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson emphasized that this move demonstrates respect for the identity of Taiwanese residents living in Japan. This policy change is significant as it acknowledges the distinct regional identity of Taiwanese people, even though Japan officially regards Taiwan as a region rather than a sovereign country. The decision reinforces the close economic ties Japan has maintained with Taiwan, despite normalizing relations with Beijing in 1972.