China announced countermeasures against U.S. military companies involved in arms sales to the Taiwan region on Thursday. For an extended period, the United States has consistently provided military assistance and weapons to the Taiwan region. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities have allocated significant funds to procure arms from U.S. dealers, putting a strain on local finances while allowing these companies to profit.
This move sends a risky signal to separatist forces, despite claims of not supporting \"Taiwan independence\" and hopes that no party will take unilateral action to alter the status quo. Washington's approach to the Taiwan question has been marked by duplicity, severely damaging U.S.-China relations.
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