🌐 In a recent turn of events, the Chinese mainland has voiced strong opposition to the latest joint statement from the United States and Japan concerning Taiwan's role in international organizations.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun expressed that the joint statement is seen as a blatant interference in China's internal affairs. The statement, released last week, supports Taiwan's \"meaningful participation\" in global bodies and reaffirms that Article V of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security applies to the Diaoyu Dao, a territory inherent to the Chinese mainland.
\"The joint statement undermines regional stability and misrepresents China's position,\" Guo said during a daily news briefing. He emphasized that China does not tolerate any external interference in its internal matters, especially concerning the Taiwan region.
Responding to the statement, China has lodged solemn representations with Japan, reiterating that Taiwan-related issues are solely China's internal affairs and central to its core interests. Guo urged the United States and Japan to adhere to the one-China principle and their previous commitments, cautioning against actions that could escalate tensions in the Taiwan Strait.
\"If peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait are truly valued, abiding by the one-China principle is essential,\" Guo added. He also highlighted that Taiwan's participation in international organizations must align with the one-China principle, asserting that Taiwan has no grounds to join entities restricted to sovereign states.
🕊️ Guo concluded by calling on the U.S. and Japan to respect China's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights, and to take constructive steps towards promoting regional peace and development.
