China’s Security Council representative Zhang Jun said, “If the United States insists that US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visit Taiwan, we will take decisive action to protect our national sovereignty.”
He pointed out that “Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan, if it takes place, will undermine the security of the Taiwan Strait and also undermine the one-China policy,” noting that “Washington must understand that it will bear the full consequences of Pelosi’s visit.” to Taiwan,” emphasizing that “Taiwan is an inalienable part of our territory, and the One China principle is the red line in our relations with other countries.”
Earlier in the day, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken stressed that “if US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi decides to visit Taiwan, we urge China to act responsibly and not engage in any escalation.”
In this regard, the White House believes that “it appears that China is preparing to take steps in the coming days and may include military action,” noting that “China’s threats increase the likelihood of miscalculations or unforeseen consequences,” referring to the situation with Taiwan.
In this context, Reuters reported that Pelosi, who is on an Asian tour, will arrive in Taiwan tomorrow, Tuesday, and this comes at a time when China is threatening this visit, as she indicated that the Chinese army will not stand idle if a visit to an island that China considers part of its territory.
Source: El Nashra