China has issued a fresh and firm response after the U.S. State Department reiterated its position on cross-Strait stability following remarks by Japanese politician Sanae Takaichi regarding a so-called “Taiwan contingency.”
During a press briefing on November 12, U.S. State Department officials emphasized that the United States is committed to preserving peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. They stated that Washington opposes any unilateral moves that would alter the status quo and continues to support dialogue across the Strait. The U.S. added that cross-Strait differences should be resolved peacefully, without coercion, and in a manner acceptable to people on both sides.
Reacting to these comments, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian strongly reaffirmed China’s position. He noted that China has already stated its solemn stance on Sanae Takaichi’s “wrong remarks.” Lin reiterated that the Taiwan question lies at the core of China’s core interests and represents the first red line that must not be crossed in China-U.S. relations.
Lin emphasized that the Taiwan question is entirely an internal matter for China, and how it is resolved is solely for the Chinese people to decide, without any external interference. He urged the United States to strictly abide by the one-China principle and follow the three China-U.S. joint communiqués, which form the political foundation of bilateral relations.
He further called on Washington to stop supporting and encouraging “Taiwan independence” separatist forces, and to stop actions that undermine China-U.S. relations and peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
China’s response underscores the rising sensitivity surrounding Taiwan-related statements by foreign politicians and the geopolitical tension that continues to define cross-Strait and major-power interactions.
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