Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs labeled China as the primary risk to regional peace and stability. This statement followed Chinese President Xi Jinping’s assertion to US President Donald Trump that Taiwan was a critical issue in US-China relations. The Ministry spokesperson emphasized that Beijing poses the sole risk to regional peace and stability. Taiwan affirmed its commitment to collaborating with the US and other freedom-supporting nations to safeguard regional security and prosperity.
The Ministry clarified that Taiwan and China are independent entities not subordinate to each other. It emphasized that China lacks the authority to represent Taiwan in international forums. President Xi highlighted the significance of handling the Taiwan issue properly for maintaining stability in US-China relations. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs underscored the importance of the Taiwan question in bilateral relations, warning of potential clashes and conflicts if not managed appropriately.
Xi Jinping stressed the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait as a key shared interest between China and the US. He urged caution from the US in dealing with the Taiwan issue. China asserts Taiwan as part of its territory, advocating reunification by force if necessary. Despite China’s stance, Taiwan, with strong public backing, continues to assert its sovereignty and resist Chinese encroachments.
