UK Vs China WW3 Over Taiwan? Britain Vows To Use Force Against Beijing If Tensions Escalate
/ Jul 28, 2025, 05:31PM IST
The United Kingdom has signalled that it may resort to military force against China if tensions over Taiwan escalate. British Defence Secretary John Healey emphasised that diplomacy remains the preferred option but warned that London would "secure peace through strength" if necessary. His remarks came during a visit to Australia as the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier docked in Darwin for a Pacific deployment. The UK and Australia reaffirmed their commitment to joint military exercises and cooperation to enhance deterrence. Despite the strong language, the UK maintains adherence to the One-China policy while engaging in informal relations with Taiwan. China views Taiwan as a renegade province and reserves the right to use force for reunification. Recent tensions, including the passage of a British warship through the Taiwan Strait, have heightened regional security concerns and drawn sharp criticism from Beijing.
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