In a recent press conference, Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, hit back at the United States over comments on Taiwan’s so-called ultimate status. He warned that separatist moves pushing "Taiwan independence" are the gravest challenge to the post-war international order and threaten peace across the Taiwan Strait.
Zhang pointed out that the Cairo Declaration (1943) and the Potsdam Proclamation (1945) clearly stated Taiwan would return to China after Japan’s defeat. He stressed these agreements — backed by Japan’s 1945 Instrument of Surrender — confirm China’s sovereignty over Taiwan.
Calling out the American Institute in Taiwan, Zhang said the US, as a signatory, fully understands these historical facts yet has revived the fallacy of an "undetermined status." For Zhang, any push for Taiwan independence risks shaking the foundations of post-war peace and stability for millions of people.
As cross-strait tensions simmer, this clash of history and modern geopolitics shows why moves toward independence can trigger big waves for regional and global stability. 🌐🚨
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China: 'Taiwan independence' poses gravest challenge to post-war order
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