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By Rodrigo Santos Andrade
China has formally voiced strong opposition to the U.S. “PORCUPINE Act” (Providing Our Regional Companions Upgraded Protection in Nefarious Environments Act). At a press conference in Beijing, Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Zhu Fenglian warned that attempts to streamline and fast-track arms sales to the Taiwan region send a “wrong signal” to separatist forces and violate the one-China principle.
About the PORCUPINE Act: Recently passed by the U.S. Senate (Dec 2025), the act aims to eliminate bureaucratic hurdles and expedite the transfer of military equipment to Taiwan, treating the region similarly to “NATO Plus” allies.
Channel: CGTN
Interviewed: Zhu Fenglian
Tags: China Taiwan News, PORCUPINE Act 2025, US Taiwan Arms Sales, US-China Geopolitics, Zhu Fenglian
commentWatching the tensions rise in real-time. This legislation seems to be a major turning point for US-China relations this year.
commentHuge implications for regional security here. Thanks for the update!
commentGlad to see CGTN asking the direct questions on the PORCUPINE Act. We need more clarity on how these laws affect the ‘One China’ policy in 2025.
commentThe spokesperson is right—this violates the spirit of previous agreements. Interference in internal affairs has never helped international relations.
commentThe name ‘PORCUPINE Act’ says it all—it’s designed to make Taiwan ‘untouchable’ militarily. But does this act actually help, or does it just accelerate the timeline for a potential conflict?
commentAnother day, another escalation. When will both sides prioritize de-escalation? Streamlining weapon sales rarely leads to more stability in a region this volatile.
commentIt is interesting to see the Taiwan Affairs Office citing specific legislative acts like this. It shows how closely Beijing is monitoring the legal frameworks Washington is building to bypass previous diplomatic protocols.
commentThe PORCUPINE Act is a significant shift in U.S. legislative strategy regarding the Taiwan Strait. It’s no surprise Beijing is responding this firmly. We are seeing a move from ‘strategic ambiguity’ toward more overt military support.