Seeking to explain Chen's remarks that if Chinese authorities didn't work with him, Taiwan will walk its own way,' Tsai argued "the own Taiwanese way" means the road of democracy, human rights, freedom and peace.
"Any interpretation involving Chen's intention to lead Taiwan toward independence is incorrect," she stressed.
As to "one state on either side of the Taiwan Strait" statement, Tsai said Chen was merely reiterating Taiwan's current status which is not part of any other country.
Regarding the referendum issue, Tsai said the council will respect the wishes of the Legislative Yuan.
"Different opinions regarding the legislation of law on referendums co-exist and the legislative Yuan has started to deal with the issue. We hope lawmakers can reach a consensus on the matter," she said.
Tsai went to New York with Premier Yu Shyi-kun with the purpose of clarifying Taiwan's current China policy to officials there.
It is widely believed among reporters and analysts that American officials are gravely concerned about Taiwan's cross-strait policy since the president made his comments on Saturday.
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