Democrat lawmaker’s office received a blunt message from the Chinese Embassy telling her to call off the trip that also includes Japan and South Korea
The Chinese national flag in Beijing, China. Picture: REUTERS/THOMAS PETER
“But just as with other stops, we’re here to learn about the region and reaffirm the US commitment to our hosts, the Taiwanese,” she added. “I’m looking forward to an informative trip.” “They are sending a seriously wrong signal of supporting the Taiwan independent separatist forces,” he said, adding China had lodged a solemn diplomatic representation with the US.
Slotkin and the other legislators are scheduled to meet Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, and visit the defence ministry and Veteran Affairs Council during their stop, according to local reports.