"China will not attack unless we are attacked," Wei said, cautioning that there would be dire consequences to any clash between China and the United States. The United States, like most countries, has no formal ties with Taiwan, but is its strongest backer and main source of weapons. "If anyone dares to split Taiwan from China, the Chinese military has no choice but to fight at all costs ... "Due to this, China has enjoyed stability, and if you visit China you can understand that part of history." On the ongoing trade war, which has shaken financial markets around the world, Wei said China would "fight to the end" if the United States wanted a fight.

Source: Otago Daily Times June 02, 2019 05:26 UTC