China has issued a warning to the United States regarding its interactions with Taiwan, ahead of a visit by Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te to the Pacific, which includes stops in Hawaii and Guam.
Beijing, which views Taiwan as its own, disapproves of foreign interactions with the island, especially those involving the United States. A U.S. State Department spokesperson described these visits as routine and in line with existing policies.
China is expected to conduct military exercises near Taiwan during Lai’s week-long tour, viewed by Beijing as a provocative move despite its unofficial nature.
(With inputs from agencies.)