China's State Council Taiwan Affairs Office issued a stern warning Thursday, declaring Taiwan the 'first red line' in U.S.-China relations. The statement comes amid rising tensions following President Xi Jinping's recent phone call with former U.S. President Donald Trump. 📞🇨🇳🇺🇸
Why This Matters Now
Spokesperson Chen Binhua emphasized that 'Taiwan is at the core of China's core interests,' directly responding to questions about Xi's diplomatic strategy. The remarks follow reported 'Taiwan independence' efforts by Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities, which Beijing claims are destabilizing cross-strait relations. ⚠️
What's Sparking the Tension?
Chen accused the DPP of:
Relying on external forces for political gains
Creating turbulence through provocative actions
Undermining the '1992 Consensus' on One-China principle
The spokesperson urged Washington to strictly follow the one-China policy outlined in three historic joint communiques. 🤝
Global Implications
With 2026 marking increased U.S.-China competition in tech and trade, Taiwan remains a geopolitical flashpoint. Analysts suggest Beijing's firm stance aims to prevent foreign interference ahead of critical elections in the Taiwan region later this year. 🗳️🌐
