“It is consistent with the ‘one China’ policy… The US will not be afraid of threats”
“China will continue to respond after visit… Ambassador to China, dialogue with the Chinese side”
The White House said on the 2nd (local time) that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan did not infringe on China’s sovereignty and that the United States would not be intimidated by any threat.
White House National Security Council (NSC) Strategic Communications Coordinator John Kirby told reporters on the same day that the visit did not infringe on China’s sovereignty. % match,” the media reported.
He added that, as if conscious of the strong backlash and criticism from the Chinese authorities, “the United States will not be intimidated by the threat of a militant rhetoric.”
“There is no reason for this visit to be a provocative event leading to a crisis or armed conflict,” he added.
“Chairman Pelosi has the same opportunity as recent legislators in Taiwan, regardless of party affiliation,” Kirby said on CNN’s appearance. “This is important.”
“As President Joe Biden reaffirmed in his phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, the United States supports the ‘one China’ principle and does not support Taiwan’s independence,” he said. We will support you,” he said.
Regarding reports that Chinese fighter jets have crossed the Taiwan Strait midline, which has been regarded as the de facto border between China and Taiwan, “I can’t confirm it,” he said, adding, “I wouldn’t be surprised if they did.
This is part of our projected scenario.”
When asked about President Biden’s thoughts on Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan, Kirby said at a briefing that “the president generally doesn’t comment on congressional tours,” but “he respects[Chairman Pelosi’s]decision.”
“He believes it’s perfectly aligned with decades of American policy and supported by both parties,” he said.
“China has been poised for further action,” Kirby said.
When asked if he could confirm the fact that the Chinese government had summoned the US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns, Coordinator Kirby replied, “I know that Ambassador Burns had a conversation with the Chinese side.” avoided
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