
BEIJING, Nov 27 (Reuters) - China's defence ministry said on Thursday that Japan will have to pay a "painful price" if it steps out of line over Taiwan.
"The People's Liberation Army has powerful capabilities and reliable means to defeat any invading enemy. If the Japanese side dares to cross the line even half a step and bring trouble upon itself, it will inevitably pay a painful price," ministry spokesperson Jiang Bin told a news briefing.