China warns its military will not sit idly by if Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan

China has stepped up its warning against Nancy Pelosis potential visit to Taiwan, saying its military will not sit idly by if it goes ahead this week. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube The explicit message came amid reports that the US House speaker, whobegan her tour of Asia at the weekend, may be arriving in Taipei on Tuesday and as Chinas Peoples Liberation Army was celebrating the 95th anniversary of its founding. Chinas spokesperson, Zhao Lijian, said that because of Pelosis status, a visit toTaiwan, which China claims as its own province, would lead to egregious political impact Chinas military will not sit idly by if Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today Sign up to the Guard