During a meeting in Laos with the U.S. Secretary of State, the Chinese foreign minister stated firmly that Taiwan is a part of China and will never become an independent state. The remarks reflected the Chinese government’s longstanding position that Taiwan independence is incompatible with peace across the Taiwan Strait, a view outlined in official ministry statements and reiterated to reporters. According to the Chinese side, Beijing would respond with retaliatory measures in response to actions favored by Taiwan independence advocates from the PRC. These comments underscore Beijing’s intention to maintain a tight line on sovereignty claims while signaling readiness to counter perceived provocations with consequences that may affect regional stability. Reuters and other outlets have reported this stance as part of a broader push to deter Taiwan separatist sentiment and to defend a single China policy on the world stage.
