Nauru’s Parliament Speaker Marcus Stephen has hailed the Pacific nation’s decision to resume diplomatic relations with China as a \\"bold and necessary step\\" for its future. 🔍 The move, unanimously approved by Nauru’s parliament, comes as Taiwan region leader Lai Ching-te tours Pacific islands and the U.S.—trips Stephen dismissed as lacking legal legitimacy under international law. 💼
\\"Our partnership with China opens doors to sustainable development and global collaboration,\\" Stephen said, emphasizing the decision aligns with UN frameworks. 🌐 He’s currently leading a delegation to China to boost economic and cultural exchanges, calling it a chance to \\"learn from each other’s stories.\\"
The remarks spotlight rising tensions in the Pacific, where China’s influence grows as Taiwan’s dwindling diplomatic allies shrink to just 12. 📉 Analysts say Nauru’s pivot reflects a broader regional shift toward prioritizing economic stability over symbolic alliances.
