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NEW DELHI: The Chinese embassy in India issued a statement expressing objection to an Indian media channel’s interview with Taiwan’s Foreign Minister, Joseph Wu. The embassy alleged that the interview provided a platform for advocating ‘Taiwan independence,’ a stance against China’s ‘One-China principle.’
In response, Taiwan defended its democratic status, emphasising that both India and Taiwan have free and vibrant presses that cannot be dictated to.
The Chinese embassy’s statement on February 29, 2024, criticised the Indian TV broadcast for violating the ‘One-China principle,’ which asserts that there is only one China globally, with Taiwan considered a part of China. The embassy termed the interview’s content as “totally unacceptable.”
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In a post on ‘X’, the Chinese spokesman from the Embassy wrote, “On 29th February 2024, certain Indian TV @NewsX broadcasted an interview with the head of Taiwan’s foreign affairs office Jaushieh Joseph Wu, which provided a platform for him to advocate “Taiwan independence” and disseminate false information. It seriously violated the one-China principle, and is unacceptable.”
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs countered China’s objection, highlighting the democratic nature of both nations. The ministry affirmed that neither India nor Taiwan is part of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and rejected any implication of puppetry.
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In a bold retort, Taiwan urged Beijing to focus on its economic challenges instead of attempting to bully its neighbours. Sharing the post of spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India, the Taiwan Foreign Ministry wrote on ‘X’, “Neither #India nor #Taiwan is part of the #PRC & we’re not its puppets. We’re both democracies with free & vibrant presses that can’t be dictated to. #Beijing should worry about its econ slump, not bullying its neighbours.”
This diplomatic spat comes against the backdrop of India’s adherence to the ‘One China policy,’ maintaining no formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan. The incident underscores the complex dynamics surrounding Taiwan’s status and the sensitivities associated with discussions on ‘Taiwan’s independence.’ The development also reflects the ongoing tensions between China and Taiwan, as Beijing continues to assert its claim over the self-governed island. Taiwan has increasingly sought international partnerships, further straining relations between the two entities.
