Daily brief
China's top diplomat Wang Yi outlined foreign policy positions in a press conference, calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East and describing the two-state solution as the only equitable resolution. He urged Europe to shape a correct perception of China, stated China and India must uphold good-neighborliness, and said the China-Russia partnership is not afraid of external pressure.
Taiwan's Premier made his first official visit to Japan since 1972, a move that defies Beijing's stance on cross-strait relations.
China's Foreign Ministry stated it will never allow any force to separate Taiwan from China, responding to a question on a timetable for national reunification.