China holds 2026 work conference on Taiwan affairs, while Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Wang Huning says will resolutely crack down on Taiwan independence, according to Xinhua

China's reaffirmation of its stance on Taiwan, particularly the commitment to crack down on Taiwanese independence, signals potential escalation in regional tensions.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 10 Feb 2026, 04:57 UTCOn the live feed at 04:37 UTC, 20 minutes before this page

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This messaging could impact sentiment towards Chinese assets and broader market risk appetite, particularly in sectors sensitive to geopolitical strife, such as technology and commodities. Traders should monitor how this rhetoric evolves and its implications for cross-strait relations and regional security dynamics.

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