Press Statement by the U.S. State Dept - On China's military exercise near Taiwan - January 1, 2026

 

hide Response to China’s Military Exercise Near Taiwan Press Statement January 1, 2026 China’s military activities and rhetoric toward Taiwan and others in the region increase tensions unnecessarily. We urge Beijing to exercise restraint, cease its military pressure against Taiwan, and instead engage in meaningful dialogue. The United States supports peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposes unilateral changes to the status quo, including by force or coercion.