At a Dec. 8 press briefing, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun responded to the new U.S. national security strategy report, saying the Taiwan question is "solely a matter for the Chinese people" and brooks no external interference. 🌐
Guo stressed that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory — a "red line" and core interest in Sino-U.S. ties. He urged Washington to respect the one-China principle and honor the three China-U.S. joint communiqués, calling on the U.S. to stop aiding separatist forces seeking "Taiwan independence." 🛑
He warned that China will never back down from defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity. This statement lands at a time when Asia-Pacific geopolitics are in the spotlight, with technology, trade, and digital security all intertwined. 🔒
Why it matters for you: For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, shifts in China-U.S. dynamics can ripple through tech supply chains, startup scenes, and even travel and study plans abroad. Staying in the loop helps you navigate our ever-connected world. 🌏💡
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MOFA: Resolving the Taiwan question is solely China's matter
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