China again warned the United States against sending "wrong
messages" to the Taiwan's pro-independence forces.
"The Taiwan issue is the "biggest" factor affecting Sino-US
relations," said the Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing during a press
conference on the sidelines of the National People's Congress in Beijing
Tuesday.
"We hope the US side adhere to the one-China policy and
observe the three Sino-US joint communiques, has a clear understanding of the dangerous nature of
Taiwan secessionist forces and activities", Li said while responding to a question on
Sino-US relations.
The minister also called for joint efforts by the two countries to maintain
the development of the China-US relations and the peace and stability across the
Taiwan Straits.
"We are ready to work with the US side to strengthen
mutual understanding, expand common ground, deepen mutual trust, promote
cooperation, and properly settle our differences with a view of promoting the
sound development of bilateral relations," Li said.
Meanwhile, Li
confirmed Chinese President Hu Jintao's upcoming visit to the United
States.
It is the first time that Hu visits the United States as Chinese
president. Both sides are busy preparing for the visit, Li told
reporters.
