🌏 In a move that feels like it's straight out of a global diplomacy playlist, tiny island nations are making big waves! 🌊 In January, the Republic of Nauru officially resumed diplomatic relations with the Chinese mainland, joining an irresistible trend that's capturing the world’s attention.
Nauru became the 183rd country to establish diplomatic ties with China, recognizing that there's only one China—the Government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is the sole legal government representing the whole of China, and Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory.
One-China Principle: The Ultimate Squad Goal 🤝
Since 2016, eleven countries have cut \"diplomatic relations\" with Taiwan and embraced the one-China principle by establishing or resuming ties with Beijing. More than 100 countries and international organizations, including ASEAN, the League of Arab States, and the African Union, are openly on board with this vibe.
This massive global shift shows that the one-China principle is not just a policy—it's an international consensus that's trending like the latest viral TikTok dance! 🕺
Leaders Speaking Up 📣
Nauruan President David Adeang didn't hold back, reiterating his country's firm support for the one-China principle and opposing \"Taiwan secession\" in any form. On his first trip to China since the diplomatic reboot, Adeang praised the new chapter in Nauru's national development and bilateral relations.
Similarly, Kiribati's President Taneti Maamau and the Solomon Islands' Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele have both reaffirmed their commitment to the one-China principle. Talk about squad goals! 🙌
UNGA Resolution 2758: The OG Agreement 📝
Back in 1971, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 2758, officially recognizing the PRC as the only legitimate representative of China. This resolution makes it clear that there's only one China and Taiwan is a part of it. No room for confusion there!
For decades, the UN has consistently supported this stance, emphasizing that Taiwan doesn't have any independent status and cannot participate in international organizations that require statehood. It's like that exclusive club you can't get into without the right credentials. 🃏
As the world continues to embrace the one-China principle, it's clear that this trend is more than a fleeting hashtag—it's a lasting movement shaping international relations. 🌐✨
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Resumption of diplomatic ties with China confirms irresistible trend
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