Regrettably, the U.S. has repeatedly contravened its solemn undertakings to China made in the August 17 Communique and continued its sale of advanced arms and military equipment to Taiwan.

• 令人遗憾的是，美国一再违反自己在“八一七公报”中对中国作出的庄严承诺，不断向台湾出售先进的武器和军事装备。