The Republic of China is a sovereign state and Taiwan has never been part of the People’s Republic of China, it said in a statement. If anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese military has no choice but to fight at all costs, at all costs, for national unity,” Wei said. Wei said China and the US recognize that a conflict or war between them would have wide-reaching effects. Some observers see Wei’s attendance this year was a pointed attempt by China to cement its relationships in the region. In related news, China yesterday began two days of military training in the South China Sea.

Source: Taipei Times June 02, 2019 15:56 UTC