China Vows to Crush Taiwan Independence in Fiery Speech

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At the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun reiterated Beijing's stance against Taiwanese independence, warning that separatists would be "crushed to pieces." He criticized external forces, implicitly the US, for destabilizing the Asia-Pacific region and emphasized China's commitment to peaceful reunification with Taiwan. Dong also addressed regional disputes, particularly in the South China Sea, urging cooperation and dialogue while condemning provocations, notably from the Philippines.
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