US White House: "China's Suspension of Dialogue Irresponsible... Will Monitor Ongoing Provocations"

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] On the 5th (local time), the White House criticized China's declaration to suspend dialogue and cooperation on eight issues, including climate change, in response to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, calling it a "fundamentally irresponsible action."

John Kirby, Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the White House National Security Council (NSC), said at a briefing on the 5th (local time), "We have seen the Chinese government announce the suspension of dialogue and cooperation with the United States on key issues, including climate change," adding, "This is fundamentally irresponsible."

Coordinator Kirby stated, "Maintaining communication channels between the U.S. and China is important to avoid misunderstandings," and noted, "Not all communication channels between military leaders have been cut off." He continued, "The United States condemns China's announcement of sanctions against Speaker Pelosi's family," warning, "We will monitor the Chinese government's ongoing provocative actions."

On the same day, Coordinator Kirby emphasized again, "The United States does not want a crisis over the Taiwan issue with China," and "There is no connection between Speaker Pelosi's visit and the United States' support for the 'One China' principle." He also said, "While the United States does not seek to escalate tensions, it will take measures to uphold its security commitments to the region and protect its national interests."

Regarding the U.S. government's urgent summons of Chinese Ambassador to the U.S. Qin Gang, Coordinator Kirby said, "We conveyed to the Chinese ambassador that China's military actions are irresponsible." He urged the Chinese government to immediately cease acts of military intimidation, stating, "China can reduce tensions in the Taiwan Strait by halting provocative military exercises."

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