"Hope US handles Taiwan issues with extra prudence": China
New Delhi, July 3
China said it hoped the US will handle Taiwan-related issues with extra prudence, as it has far-reaching implications.
Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong said that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, in his conversation with US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio talked about the need to remove disruptions, overcome obstacles, and stay firmly on the right course.
In a post on X, he said, "Chinese FM Wang Yi held a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Wang said China and the U.S. need to remove disruptions, overcome obstacles, and stay firmly on the right course toward building a constructive bilateral relationship of strategic stability."
Xu said further, "Both sides should always uphold the spirit of equality, respect and mutual benefit, translate the important consensus reached by the two heads of state into specific policies and practical measures. Both sides need to expand the list of cooperation, shorten the list of problems, and manage all kinds of risks. The Taiwan question has far-reaching implications. It is hoped that the U.S. side will handle Taiwan-related issues with extra prudence."
Spokesperson of the US Department of State, Tommy Pigott said in a statement, "Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with China's Director of the Office of the CCP Central Foreign Affairs Commission and Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Secretary Rubio discussed the importance of building a constructive relationship of strategic stability based on fairness and reciprocity, as outlined by President Trump."
Meanwhile, Raymond Greene, director of the American Institute in Taiwan and the de facto US ambassador, said on Thursday at a forum on drones in the central city of Taichung that Taiwan needs a "hornet's nest" of drones to help deter conflict and provide security, Al Jazeera reported.
He noted that drones represented a "game-changing opportunity" to enhance Taiwan's security and reinforce peace in the broader region.
— ANI
Reader Comments
From an American perspective, I think China needs to understand that the US has interests in the region too. But Beijing's concern is valid - the One China policy has been the bedrock of US-China relations for decades. Rubio should be careful not to undermine that.
Why is America arming Taiwan with drones? This is just creating more tensions in the region. China will see this as a direct threat. India should stay neutral on this - we have our own issues with China on the border, but this isn't our fight.
Interesting that China's ambassador in India is making these statements. Clearly they want to send a message to the region. But honestly, if Taiwan wants to defend itself with drones, that's their business. The US should support democratic allies.
The irony is thick - China talks about "handling with prudence" while they themselves aggressively push their claims in the South China Sea and along our border. 🙄 At least the US is being transparent about their Taiwan policy. But yes, both sides need de-escalation.
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