China Imposes Sanctions on Four New Zealand MPs Over Taiwan Visit

China has banned four New Zealand lawmakers from entering the country, accusing them of sending "wrong signals" to Taiwan's ruling party by visiting the island. The move escalates diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Wellington, as China maintains its strict One-China policy. The banned MPs include members from across New Zealand's political spectrum, all of whom traveled to Taiwan earlier this year. China's foreign ministry stated that such visits undermine mutual trust and violate the principles of the One-China agreement. New Zealand's government has expressed regret over the sanctions, emphasizing its independent foreign policy while reaffirming its commitment to the One-China policy.