China Warns US on Taiwan Democracy Post Trade Truce

Following a trade truce between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, China has urged the U.S. to respect four sensitive "red lines" to maintain fragile improvements in bilateral relations. Ambassador Xie Feng identified Taiwan, democracy and human rights, China's political system, and its right to development as core issues Beijing insists Washington must avoid crossing, warning that violations could lead to serious consequences and disrupt the recent progress. While the trade truce marked a diplomatic milestone, tensions remain high due to ongoing disputes such as U.S. restrictions on advanced Nvidia AI chips to China and concerns over Chinese military activities near Taiwan and the South China Sea. Xie emphasized mutual respect and full implementation of the trade consensus as essential for stability, encouraging U.S. companies to invest in China to take advantage of economic reforms and opportunities. Despite the conciliatory tone, the relationship remains volatile, underscored by military and technology friction that could unravel the truce. Both sides face the challenge of translating diplomatic agreements into concrete cooperation amid persistent geopolitical rivalry.