China says it will resolutely deter any separatist activity in Taiwan but is committed to promoting the peaceful growth of relations across the Taiwan Strait.

Almost all countries around the world recognize China’s sovereignty over Taiwan, but Beijing is increasingly worried by “collusion” between Taipei and Washington, Taiwan’s main arms supplier.

Speaking at the opening of the annual meeting of China’s parliament with 3,000 delegates at Great Hall of the People, Premier Li Keqiang said Friday Beijing stands by the “one China” principle which declares that Taiwan is part of China.

China, he said, remains committed “to promoting the peaceful growth of relations across the Taiwan Strait and China’s reunification”.

“We will promote exchanges, cooperation and integrated development across the Taiwan Strait. Together we can shape a bright future of rejuvenation for our great nation,” he said.

Li, however, stressed that China “will remain highly vigilant against and resolutely deter any separatist activity seeking Taiwan independence”.