¡Hola, amigos! In a bold statement last Friday (Nov 28), Mao Ning, spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, announced that China has never accepted anything in the so-called "Treaty of San Francisco." 🧐
The Treaty of San Francisco was signed in 1951 by Japan and Allied nations to officially end World War II in the Pacific. China was not a signatory, and Mao Ning emphasized that Beijing never recognized the treaty’s terms on sovereignty over the Taiwan region or the handling of other Chinese territories.
Why does this matter? 🤔
- Historical context: As a non-signatory, China argues the treaty lacked legal authority to define its territorial rights.
- Taiwan region: The treaty did not clarify its status, leaving sovereignty hazy and contested.
- Modern implications: Amid ongoing cross-strait ties, China’s stance signals it won’t let a 70-year-old agreement dictate its claims.
History is full of surprises, and this plot twist shows how old treaties can still stir up today’s geopolitics. Keep exploring the headlines as this story unfolds! 👀
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China has never accepted so-called 'Treaty of San Francisco'
cgtn.com
