Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning Photo: fmprc.gov.cn

In response to media question about a Taiwan island official’s claim that the Chinese mainland could hold military drills around Taiwan island this MKsportweek and draw a red line for the incoming US administration of Donald Trump, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a regular press conference on Wednesday that she refers the specific question to competent Chinese authorities. 

The activities of “Taiwan independence” separatists and the support and encouragement from external forces are what undermine peace and stability in the Taiwan Straits. Upholding the one-China principle is key to maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Straits, said Mao.

China will resolutely defend national sovereignty and territorial integrity, Mao said. As for the red line, the Taiwan question is the first red line that must not be crossed in China-US relations, which is China’s consistent position, she said.

Global Times