China warns of 'consequences' for Taiwan after Taipei envoys attend Pacific leaders summit

China has issued a warning of potential consequences for Taiwan following the attendance of Taipei envoys at a Pacific leaders summit held in Koror, Palau. The incident occurred during a ceremonial event where officials from both Beijing and Taipei were present, amidst ongoing regional tensions regarding the diplomatic status of Taiwan.

The summit, which primarily involves small island nations, has faced calls for major powers to avoid using the forum as a venue for geopolitical competition. Beijing maintains a long-standing policy of exerting diplomatic pressure to ensure Taiwan's exclusion from international summits, viewing such participation as a challenge to its sovereignty claims.