Summary
China's Foreign Minister criticized the U.S. for selling a large number of weapons to Taiwan. The criticism came as China conducted military exercises near Taiwan.
Key Facts
- China called the U.S. arms sale to Taiwan a record deal.
- The criticism was made by Wang Yi, China's Foreign Minister.
- China held military drills around Taiwan at the same time.
- Taiwan is an island that China claims as part of its territory.
- Wang Yi also criticized Taiwan's independence supporters.
- Japan's leaders were also mentioned negatively by Wang Yi during the event.
