China slams planned US weapons package for Taiwan

China has strongly condemned the United States over a proposed arms sales package to Taiwan reportedly worth about $11 billion, describing the move as a serious violation of the one-China principle and a threat to regional stability.

Speaking on Thursday, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun denounced the planned arms sale as “a dangerous act,” saying it undermines the political foundations of China–US relations.

Beijing said the sale breaches the one-China principle and the three China–US joint communiqués, which it described as solemn commitments made by Washington and the bedrock of bilateral ties.

According to China, the move infringes on its sovereignty, security and territorial integrity, erodes mutual trust between the two countries, and heightens tensions across the Taiwan Strait.

The government warned that arming Taiwan sends the wrong signal to “Taiwan independence” forces and emboldens separatist tendencies that threaten peace and stability in the region.

Beijing accused the Lai Ching-te authorities of pursuing “independence” through military buildup, arguing that increased arms purchases waste public funds and endanger the future of the island.

It said transforming Taiwan into a heavily armed outpost would not enhance its security, but instead raise the risk of confrontation and military conflict.

China maintained that weapons sales cannot change what it described as the fundamental trajectory of the Taiwan question, warning that attempts to resist reunification by force would inevitably fail and only accelerate tensions.

It also cautioned that those in Taiwan who rely on external support risk being used as pawns in broader geopolitical competition.

The Foreign Ministry further said the US strategy of using Taiwan to contain China would ultimately backfire, damaging China–US relations and undermining regional peace and stability, to the detriment of Washington’s own interests.

Reaffirming its position, Beijing said the Taiwan question lies at the core of China’s core interests and represents a red line in China–US relations.

It warned that China’s resolve and capacity to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity should not be underestimated.

China urged the United States to honor the one-China principle, abide by the three joint communiqués, and act on commitments made during head-of-state talks.

It called for an immediate halt to arms sales to Taiwan, warning that it would take resolute measures to defend its sovereignty and security, and placing responsibility for de-escalation on Washington.