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China Slams US Arms Sale to Taiwan as Provocation

12/19/2025

Summary

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China condemned the United States' $11.1 billion arms sale to Taiwan as violating the one-China principle and threatening regional stability.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun warned that the United States fuels separatism and could cross China's red lines.
He said such actions will not deter China's reunification.
The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office criticized Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party for relying on U.S. support, labeling it "peace-breakers" and "warmongers."

History

Historical Context

In 1971, the United Nations General Assembly passed Resolution 2758, recognizing the People's Republic of China (PRC) as the sole representative of China and expelling Taiwan's Republic of China (ROC). This shift ended decades of U.S. support for Taiwan, which had received $2 billion in military aid. The ongoing U.S.-Taiwan relationship continues to challenge China's territorial claims, heightening tensions in East Asia.

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Story summary

China condemned the United States' $11.1 billion arms sale to Taiwan as violating the one-China principle and threatening regional stability.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun warned that the United States fuels separatism and could cross China's red lines.
He said such actions will not deter China's reunification.
The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office criticized Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party for relying on U.S. support, labeling it "peace-breakers" and "warmongers."

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