CaliToday (30/12/2025): Tensions in the Taiwan Strait reached a boiling point on Tuesday as China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered a blistering ultimatum to Washington, declaring that Beijing "will resolutely strike back" against a massive $110 billion U.S. arms package for Taiwan.
"Mission Justice 2025" Intensifies The warning came as the People's Liberation Army (PLA) entered the second day of its large-scale "Mission Justice 2025" exercises. The drills, which encircle the self-ruled island, have now escalated to live-fire combat scenarios.
Speaking at a security seminar in Beijing, Wang Yi did not mince words regarding the U.S. approval of the weapons sale a deal valued at approximately 1.7 quadrillion VND. He accused Washington of trampling on China's "core interests" by arming what Beijing terms "separatist forces" seeking independence.
"We cannot fail to oppose this, and we will resolutely fight back," Wang stated, signaling that diplomatic protests may soon shift to material retaliation.
** coordinated Escalation** The timing of the diplomat’s comments appeared meticulously choreographed. Wang’s statement was released just one hour after the PLA Eastern Theater Command announced it had successfully conducted long-range live-fire precision strikes in waters directly north of Taiwan.
This synchronization between the military’s "gunboat diplomacy" and the Foreign Ministry’s "wolf warrior" rhetoric marks a significant escalation. Analysts suggest Beijing is moving beyond symbolic displays to demonstrate a blockade capability.
The Unification Warning Despite never having governed democratic Taiwan, the Chinese Communist Party claims the island as its own territory. Wang reiterated that the use of force remains an option on the table.
"Any attempt to obstruct the complete reunification of China is doomed to fail," Wang warned, aiming his message at both the leadership in Taipei and the White House.
As warships maneuver through the strait and artillery fire lights up the northern waters, the region remains Asia's most dangerous security flashpoint, with the international community watching closely for signs of further escalation.