Speaking at the Communist Party's National Congress, Xi said Beijing would 'never promise to renounce the use of force' against Taiwan.
has said China would"never promise to renounce the use of force" against Taiwan—prompting applause from delegates.
kicked off in Beijing."But we will never promise to renounce the use of force. And we reserve the option of taking all measures necessary."since 1949, but China claims the self-ruled island as part of its territory.Chinese President Xi Jinping is applauded as he waves to senior members of the government as he arrives to the Opening Ceremony of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China at The Great Hall of People on October 16, 2022 in Beijing.
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