China vows to take ‘countermeasures’ over US and Taiwan $2bn arms deal
GuardianNOV 2024
The arms sale to Taiwan is crucial for maintaining regional stability and bolstering the island's self-defense capabilities. Taiwan faces increasing military pressure from China, and these advanced systems will help deter potential aggression. The US is fulfilling its legal obligation under the Taiwan Relations Act to support Taiwan's security.
The US arms sale to Taiwan is a blatant violation of China's sovereignty and a dangerous move that undermines peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. This action seriously damages China-US relations and contradicts the "One China" policy. The US is meddling in China's internal affairs and encouraging separatist forces in Taiwan.