Beijing, China – China’s Ministry of National Defense issued a strongly worded warning on Friday, vowing to take “strong measures” to safeguard its national sovereignty. This came in response to the United States’ recent announcement of its largest-ever arms sale to Taiwan, worth over $11.1 billion.
Beijing: “Like a moth drawn to a flame”
A Chinese defense spokesperson strongly criticized Washington, asserting that Beijing had lodged “strong protests” through diplomatic channels. He described Taiwan’s US-backed military buildup as “political suicide,” stating, “Attempting to achieve independence by force will only lead to self-destruction, like a moth drawn to a flame.”
Beijing accused separatist forces in Taiwan of squandering hard-earned public funds to enrich US military companies at the expense of regional security.
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This deal comes just a month after Washington approved the supply of spare parts for Taiwanese fighter jets. However, the new package features “smart and offensive” weapons that have proven their effectiveness on modern battlefields.
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The escalation coincided with US President Donald Trump’s signing of the National Defense Authorization Act for 2026 on Thursday. The massive bill allocates $910 billion and includes an explicit provision for an additional $1 billion to support security cooperation projects with Taiwan. This move reflects a consistent US policy of strengthening deterrence in the Taiwan Strait.
