Hey everyone, here’s the scoop: at the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue, China strongly deplored and firmly opposed the negative remarks made by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The Chinese spokesperson warned that such comments, which painted China as a "threat" and echoed a Cold War mentality, are clearly meant to stir division at a time when regional peace and development matter the most. 😮
The spokesperson highlighted that the United States’ actions—such as deploying offensive weaponry in the South China Sea—have contributed to growing tensions in the Asia-Pacific. Emphasizing that the Taiwan question is entirely China’s internal affair, they urged the U.S. to abide by the one-China principle and respect the three China-U.S. joint communiques. 🚀
In the same breath, it was noted that there has never been any issue with freedom of navigation and overflight in the South China Sea. Instead, all parties should focus on dialogue and consultation to safeguard peace and stability in our vibrant region.
Stay tuned for more updates on global trends and regional affairs, and let’s keep the conversation alive on how we can all contribute to a more peaceful world! 🌏
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