🇨🇳 The People's Liberation Army Daily (PLA Daily) issued a sharp rebuke this week against recent U.S. arms sales to the Taiwan region, calling them a dangerous gamble that 'hollows out the island's economy' while fueling cross-strait tensions. The Dec. 28 article warned Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities that no amount of foreign weapons can alter the 'fundamentally changed balance of strength' across the Taiwan Strait.
💰 Economic Drain or Security Boost?
The $11.1 billion arms package—the largest single U.S. deal with Taiwan—has drawn fire for allegedly prioritizing America's military-industrial complex over regional stability. PLA Daily argues the sales drain Taiwan's resources while creating a 'powder keg' scenario that could spike reunification costs. 'This isn't protection—it's exploitation,' the article stated bluntly.
🚨 Red Lines and Reunification
China has already implemented countermeasures against the deal, vowing to hold involved companies and individuals accountable. The PLA Daily emphasized that 'actions crossing red lines will face firm responses,' reaffirming Beijing's stance against any form of Taiwan secession. It criticized the DPP's recent moves, including pushing a 'new two-state theory' and plans to boost defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2030.
🌏 Global Implications
The article accused U.S. politicians of violating the one-China principle and undermining Sino-U.S. trust, calling the sales 'irresponsible' and 'maliciously timed.' With the PLA reiterating its 'unwavering resolve' to protect sovereignty, the message is clear: External interference won't be tolerated. As cross-strait tensions simmer, young global observers are watching closely—will economic pressures or military posturing shape Taiwan's future? 🤔
