Moscow: Russia has accused the United States of using Taiwan to instigate a significant crisis in Asia, reiterating its support for China’s position on the island. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko, in remarks published by TASS on Sunday, criticized Washington for what he described as a violation of the "One China" principle, which the U.S. officially acknowledges.

Rudenko claimed that the U.S. is bolstering military and political ties with Taiwan under the guise of maintaining the status quo, including increased arms sales, to provoke China and escalate tensions in Asia for its own strategic benefits. He did not specify recent U.S.-Taiwan contacts but highlighted this as part of a pattern of interference.

China considers Taiwan a part of its territory, though Taiwan operates as a self-governed democracy, rejecting Beijing’s sovereignty claims. The U.S., despite not formally recognizing Taiwan, remains its main arms supplier and strategic ally. Recently, the Biden administration approved $567 million in military aid for Taiwan, intensifying geopolitical friction.

Russia’s remarks align with its broader partnership with China, which both nations have framed as a counterbalance to U.S. global influence. The "no limits" partnership declared by Presidents Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping in 2022 underscores their joint criticism of what they describe as U.S. hegemonic policies, including its actions in Taiwan and elsewhere.

This deepening alliance reflects the two countries’ shared opposition to perceived U.S. aggression while emphasizing their commitment to reshaping global power dynamics to limit American dominance.