In a stern message delivered on Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized that no country, organization, or individual should believe they can cross the red line on the Taiwan question without facing consequences. During a regular press briefing, Mao Ning addressed China’s decision to impose countermeasures against U.S. arms manufacturer Lockheed Martin Corp. and its executives. The action comes in response to the company’s involvement in U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, which China views as a violation of the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiques. “The U.S. arms sales to Taiwan have seriously infringed upon China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Mao stated. “They meddle in China’s internal affairs and undermine peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.” Mao Ning highlighted that China has taken legal countermeasures against the relevant company and its executives involved in the arms sales. She reiterated that the Taiwan question is at the very core of China’s vital interests and represents the first red line that must not be crossed. “No country, organization, or individual should underestimate the strong determination, firm will, and robust capability of the Chinese government and the Chinese people to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Mao warned. “Those who attempt to cross the red line on the Taiwan question will have to pay a price.” China’s firm stance reflects its long-held position on the Taiwan question, asserting that Taiwan is an inseparable part of its territory. The recent measures indicate Beijing’s growing resolve to respond to actions it perceives as challenges to its sovereignty.
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China: No one could cross line on Taiwan question without paying price
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