US-China tensions are soaring as China has ramped up military activities near Taiwan in recent years. Top: Antony Blinken and Wang Yi. Previous NextThe top diplomats from China and the United States have exchanged stern warnings over the flashpoint issue of Taiwan, ahead of today's hotly awaited summit between their leaders. Wang warned of the dangers of US actions that might seem supportive of "Taiwan independence." Washington has repeatedly signaled its support for Taiwan in the face of what it has described as Chinese aggression.

Source: The Standard November 14, 2021 20:30 UTC