A Chinese mainland defense spokesperson delivered a stern warning to Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities Thursday, vowing swift consequences for any moves toward independence. 🔥 The remarks came amid reports of expanded military drills in Taiwan reportedly influenced by U.S. engagement.
Defense Ministry spokesperson Wu Qian criticized DPP leaders for their 'dangerous illusions' of seeking U.S. backing for independence, declaring: 'Holding back the tide with a broom will only end in self-destruction. We will come and get you, sooner or later.' 💥
The warning follows news of Taiwan's Han Kuang 41 exercise extending live-fire drills and mobilizing 3,000 reservists. Wu emphasized that Taiwan is China's internal affair, stating: 'Compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait belong to one Chinese family.' 👪
While reaffirming commitment to peaceful reunification, Wu stressed China reserves the right to use force against 'secessionist forces and external interference.' The PLA stands ready to deliver 'swift, strong countermeasures' against independence pushes, he added. ⚔️
