Taiwan talk causes a stir

China expressed its opposition on Monday to "irresponsible remarks made by other countries" on the Taiwan question after a Swedish official reportedly expressed support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations.

"China's attitude toward Taiwan's participation in events held by international organizations is consistent and clear. That is, they must be dealt with in accordance with the one-China principle," Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said in a news conference in Beijing.

Hua's comments came after Swedish Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom was quoted as saying she held a positive attitude toward Taiwan's pursuit of observer status in the World Health Organization.