CLEAN : China warns US not to "play with fire" after health chief's Taiwan visit

The transcript is a stern warning from China to the US and Taiwan. China strongly opposes any official interactions between the US and Taiwan, emphasizing that such actions threaten China's core interests. The message warns the US against harboring illusions and cautions Taiwan against relying on foreign support for independence, labeling such attempts as futile.

What is China's stance on official interactions between the US and Taiwan?

• China supports it under certain conditions.

• China encourages it for economic reasons.

• China is firmly against it.

• China is indifferent to it.

What does China warn certain individuals in the US about?

• The potential for economic growth through cooperation.

• The advantages of a strong US-China relationship.

• The risks of ignoring China's core interests.

• The benefits of engaging with Taiwan.

What could be the consequence of the US harboring illusions regarding China?

• Increased military cooperation.

• Self-destruction.

• Economic prosperity.

• Improved diplomatic relations.

What advice is given to Taiwan's authorities?

• To avoid persisting in their current path.

• To seek independence through economic means.

• To continue their current path.

• To strengthen ties with the US.

What is the view on using the pandemic as a means to seek independence?

• It is a viable strategy.

• It is a dead-end approach.

• It is encouraged by international allies.

• It is a temporary solution.