China Criticizes US Arms Sales to Taiwan, Warns of Serious Repercussions: Official
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Beijing, Dec 1 (NationPress) A spokesperson from the Chinese mainland expressed strong disapproval of US arms sales to Taiwan on Sunday and condemned its attempts to militarize the region.
Chen Binhua, the spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, made these comments following the US announcement of a $385 million arms package for Taiwan, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Chen further criticized the authorities of the Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan, arguing that paying “protection fees” would not provide any security for Taiwan, but rather lead to its own downfall.
“Cease the pursuit of US backing for 'Taiwan independence' as such endeavors are destined to fail,” he stated.
Chen asserted that the US action contradicts the commitments made by American leaders to avoid supporting “Taiwan independence” and severely undermines the one-China principle alongside the three joint communiqués between China and the US, particularly the August 17 Communiqué of 1982.
The spokesperson urged the United States to halt its military support for Taiwan immediately. “Never underestimate China’s resolve to take robust and decisive actions to protect its national sovereignty and territorial integrity,” he warned.
