US urges Beijing to cease pressure, engage in talksStaff writer, with CNA and AFPThe US Department of State yesterday urged Beijing to cease military, diplomatic and economic pressure against Taiwan. The arms sales “violate the one-China principle... seriously damaging China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. A spokesperson for the State Department yesterday stated opposition to Beijing’s actions. The US strongly opposes retaliation against US companies for supporting arms sales to Taiwan, they said, adding that the purpose of these arms sales is to strengthen Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities. The spokesperson also urged Beijing to stop exerting military, diplomatic, and economic pressure on Taiwan and instead engage in meaningful dialogue.

Source: Taipei Times December 27, 2025 17:17 UTC