China angered by Taiwan-US trade talks - DW News

[TexasTowelie]

China is criticizing a new trade initiative between the United States and Taiwan. Beijing says the new trade agreement is "dangerous." China doesn't recognize Taiwan as being an independent nation and considers the move a provocation. While the island nation has a democratically elected government, China has claimed Taiwan since a civil war led the communists to power on the mainland. The trade talks are bringing the issue to center stage once again.

[Historic NY]

1. So now they want to dictate who or whom we trade with

Taiwan has always been a partner in trade.

https://ustr.gov/countries-regions/china/taiwan]

https://ustr.gov/about-us/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2022/june/united-states-and-taiwan-announce-launch-us-taiwan-initiative-21st-century-trade]

[TexasTowelie]

2. You chose the correct word. Dictate.

Chinese leadership is accustomed to being able to dictate to their people, so they see no difference in using the same tactics with those outside their country.

[nycbos]

3. Beijing can kiss our ass.