China's defense ministry has issued a sharp rebuke against recent U.S. comments on Taiwan, calling efforts to promote 'Taiwan independence' the biggest risk to global stability since World War II. 🔥 The fiery statement comes amid rising tensions over interpretations of historical agreements shaping Taiwan’s status.
Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang stressed that documents like the 1943 Cairo Declaration and 1945 Potsdam Proclamation legally solidified Taiwan’s return to China as part of the post-war order. 📜 'The U.S. knows this history but still spreads false narratives,' he said, accusing Washington of undermining peace in the Taiwan Strait.
Why does this matter now? 🤔 With Taiwan’s regional leadership elections approaching, Beijing views any moves toward formal independence as a red line. Analysts say China’s strong response aims to deter external support for separatist voices on the island.
Zhang warned that challenging the one-China principle—recognized by over 180 countries—could 'destabilize Asia and beyond.' 🌍 The U.S., meanwhile, continues unofficial ties with Taiwan through organizations like the American Institute in Taiwan, which Beijing calls a violation of sovereignty.
