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Add as preferred source on GoogleGerman minister warns that China's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region poses risks to European interests and global security, affecting trade routes and international stability.
BERLIN (Reuters) -China's assertiveness in the South China Sea and tensions in the Taiwan Strait pose threats to international security that also impact Europe, German foreign minister Johann Wadephul said during a visit to Indonesia on Wednesday.
"China's growing military assertiveness in the South China Sea not only threatens Asia's security, but also undermines the international rules-based order as a whole," Wadephul said in a speech at a foreign policy event, adding that essential trade routes were also at risk as a result.
On the Taiwan Strait, the minister said: "Any escalation would have serious consequences for global security and prosperity – and directly affect German and European interests, too."
(Reporting by Rachel MoreEditing by Ludwig Burger)
International security refers to the measures taken by nations and international organizations to ensure mutual survival and safety. It encompasses a range of issues, including military threats, economic stability, and diplomatic relations.
Military assertiveness is the display of a nation's military power to influence or intimidate other countries. It often involves increased military presence or actions in strategic regions.
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