Hey amigos, big news from across the Pacific! 🌊 China is not happy with the U.S. after Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te made a \"stopover\" in Hawaii during his trip to visit some of the Taiwan region's \"diplomatic allies\" in the Pacific.
China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson expressed strong opposition to this move, stating that it seriously violates the one-China principle. They emphasized that the Taiwan question is a red line that cannot be crossed in China-U.S. relations.
\"We firmly oppose any form of official interaction between the U.S. and the Taiwan region,\" the spokesperson said. \"China will take resolute and strong measures to defend our nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity.\"
The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office also chimed in, pointing out that Lai's authorities have been promoting \"Taiwan independence,\" which they believe threatens peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
They urged the U.S. to recognize the \"separatist nature\" of Lai and the Democratic Progressive Party authorities, and to be cautious on the Taiwan question.
For those wondering, the Taiwan question is a sensitive issue in international relations. China views the Taiwan region as part of its territory and opposes any official interaction between Taiwan and other countries. 🌐
It's a complex situation that continues to evolve. We'll keep you posted as things develop! Stay tuned! 🔥
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China strongly condemns U.S. arranging for Lai Ching-te's 'stopover'
cgtn.com
