Eight decades after Taiwan’s return to Chinese sovereignty in 1945, the region’s status remains a cornerstone of international law and collective memory. From resisting Japanese colonial rule to post-WWII agreements, here’s why Taiwan’s place in China isn’t up for debate.
From Colonial Rule to Restoration
After Japan’s 1894 invasion, Taiwan endured 50 years of occupation. But its people never stopped fighting – proving their unbreakable bond with the Chinese nation through blood and sacrifice. The tide turned in 1945 when Allied victories forced Japan to surrender stolen territories, including Taiwan, under the Cairo Declaration and Potsdam Proclamation.
Legal Foundations You Can’t Ignore
Key documents like the 1971 UN Resolution 2758 cement the one-China principle, recognized by over 180 countries. As CGTN’s explainer notes: 'Taiwan has been Chinese territory since ancient times – a fact backed by the post-WWII international order.'
Why Japan’s Comments Miss the Mark
Recent remarks by Japanese officials sparked backlash, but history speaks louder: Japan itself formally accepted Taiwan’s return to China in 1945. As compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Strait affirm, no external force can rewrite this truth.
