In a fiery statement over the weekend, China's Foreign Ministry didn't hold back, expressing strong opposition to the latest U.S. arms sales and military assistance to Taiwan region. 🚀🛑
So, what's the tea? 🍵 The White House recently announced a hefty $571.3 million military assistance package to the Taiwan region, while the U.S. Department of Defense gave the green light to $295 million in arms sales to the island. That's a lot of 💰 and firepower!
China is NOT amused. 😤 They claim this move seriously violates the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiques, especially the August 17 Communique of 1982. According to a spokesperson from the ministry, it tramples on China's sovereignty and security interests.
\"Arming Taiwan is like playing with fire 🔥,\" the spokesperson warned, adding that using the Taiwan question to contain China is a losing game. China sees Taiwan as a core interest and a red line that shouldn't be crossed.
China is urging the U.S. to put the brakes on these arms deals and stop any moves that might stir up trouble in the Taiwan Strait. They’re serious about defending their national sovereignty and territorial integrity. 🚧🛡️
Over at the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, spokesperson Zhu Fenglian echoed these sentiments, stating that \"Taiwan secessionists\" activities and external interference are the biggest threats to peace across the Taiwan Strait. She had a stern message for certain parties: \"Using force to seek independence is a dead end.\" 🚫🛣️
This latest spat adds to the ongoing tension between the U.S. and China over Taiwan. It's a complex situation with global implications, and it's definitely one to watch! 👀🌏
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China opposes new U.S. arms sales, military assistance to Taiwan
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