US Navy missile destroyer announces passage through Taiwan Strait. In response, the Chinese military has issued a statement saying, ``We will respond to any threats or provocations at any time.'' The US Navy's 7th Fleet announced that the missile destroyer USS John Finn passed through the Taiwan Strait from south to north on the 5th.
In China, the National People's Congress (National People's Council) began on the5th. Premier Li Qiang emphasized in his government activity report that he would ''resolutely oppose outside interference'' regarding Taiwan.