China's Wang Yi Asserts Firm Stance on Taiwan and Russia at Munich Security Conference
In a combative speech, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi defended Beijing's relationship with Moscow and issued a stern warning to the West regarding Taiwan, emphasizing China's role as a stabilizing force in a turbulent world.
- Wang Yi defended China's ties with Russia, stating the relationship is based on 'no alliances, no confrontation and not targeting any third party'.
- He warned the West against crossing 'red lines' on Taiwan, asserting that Taiwan is an internal affair and part of China.
- Wang highlighted China's efforts to promote peace talks in Ukraine, despite acknowledging that conditions are not yet ripe for negotiations.
- In response to concerns over the Chinese economy and allegations of forced labor in Xinjiang, Wang dismissed these as 'fabricated information' and 'groundless accusations'.
- Wang's meetings with global leaders, including a conciliatory discussion with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, underscored a relative thaw in China-US relations.
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