China reiterates opposition to NATO's interference in Asia-Pacific affairs. Germany warns of consequences of any escalation in Taiwan.
China issues related warrants on the risk of debris falling near Taiwan over the weekend. China denies Taipei's claims that a no-fly zone would be imposed in the north of the island. The airspace closure was tentatively scheduled for three days, which would have conflicted with the April 3-16 meeting of Group of Seven foreign ministers in Karuizawa, Japan.