On Friday, January 16, 2026, Zhang Xiaogang, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, declared that all measures to punish Taiwan's separatist forces remain viable options. He stressed that the Taiwan question is strictly a cross-strait affair and external powers have no right to intervene. 🚨
The comments arrive amid rising tensions across the Taiwan Strait, from live-fire drills to diplomatic back-and-forths. Zhang warned that China is ready to counter any moves by Taiwan authorities pushing for independence.
For young pros in South and Southeast Asia, cross-strait dynamics might seem distant, but they can ripple into our daily lives—from semiconductor supply chains powering your gadgets to shifts in regional travel and global markets.
Stay tuned as this story develops and shapes the Asia-Pacific's future! 🌏
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All measures to punish Taiwan's separatist forces remain viable options
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