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World war 3 warning: China issues latest threat to Taiwan -
'Playing with fire'
CHINA has issued its latest threat to Taiwan, warning the state to "prepare for dire consequences" if it continues to strengthen ties with the US.
By BILL MCLOUGHLIN
PUBLISHED: 09:04, Tue, Sep 22, 2020 | UPDATED: 09:04, Tue, Sep 22, 2020
"Xi Jinping’s state has demanded Taiwan cease its ties with the US as it threatens the peace and stability in the region. China has constantly reminded Taiwan it will soon reclaim the state, which it considers it's own due to historical claims. As tensions between the two escalate, the state-run Global Times, which acts as a mouthpiece for China, insisted the true evil nature of the Taiwanese government was now on show.
While insisting China wants to create room for peaceful reunification, the paper warned the collusion between Washington and Taipei is now a threat to peace in the country and the region.
This opinion piece comes as the People’s Liberation Army conducted several military drills in the region during undersecretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Keith Krach’s visit to Taiwan last week.
The state has claimed the drills were intended to show China’s sovereignty in the region.
The paper said: “The Tsai authority should either stop playing with fire before it is too late, or prepare for dire consequences.
“Taiwan is an inalienable part of China.
“The PLA's relevant exercises are necessary to maintain China's sovereignty and cross-Straits security.
“The collusion between the US and the DPP authority is threatening the safety and welfare of all Taiwan people, as well as regional security.
“It has pushed the island to an impasse.”"
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https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/1338456/China-Taiwan-news-China-jets-world-war-3-US-visit-tsai-ing-wen-south-china-sea