11. MS. HARF: We note the reports that China is preparing to declare new
air routes over the Taiwan Strait. Our primary focus is on maintaining
and enhancing international aviation safety. That’s obviously our
primary focus when we talk about air routes, which is in the interests
of all countries and regions around the world. We do encourage China
to engage and consult with the parties affected by the newly declared
air routes in the Taiwan Strait to ensure that air safety concerns are
addressed. Obviously, that’s of utmost importance to us.
QUESTION: Do you see there is any violate to the American interest in
that region?
MS. HARF: I don’t have much more analysis than what I just said.
Obviously, we believe that the safety issue is the primary one.
