China imposed unspecified sanctions on Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi “and her immediate family members,” a Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced Friday.
In disregard of China’s grave concerns and firm opposition, Pelosi insisted on visiting Taiwan, which constitutes a gross interference in China’s internal affairs, said the spokesperson.
The Chinese Communist Party says that self-ruled, democratic Taiwan is part of its territory and has promised to one day take it, if necessary by force. As such, Beijing objects to foreign governments having formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
While the US does not have such relations with Taipei, it remains its most important military and political backer.
China also said it was canceling or suspending dialogue with the US on a range of issues — from climate change to military relations and anti-drug efforts — in retaliation for Pelosi’s trip.
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