"The Taiwan question is China’s internal affair and is at the core of China’s core interest. Resolving the Taiwan question is a matter for the Chinese ourselves that no one can interfere in," said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun in a press conference on April 2.

A reporter cited the Philippines’ military chief,  who stated that the Philippines would inevitably become involved if there were a conflict over Taiwan, and China was actively infiltrating Philippine institutions, including the military. The reporter then inquired about China's respond to these comments.

Guo said that we urge certain people in the Philippines to refrain from making provocations and playing with fire on the Taiwan question. Those who play with fire will perish by it. We also oppose relevant personnel calling white black and making groundless accusations.

(Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs)