“Whereas the Authorities of Nauru’s motion on Jan 15 to sever its diplomatic relationship with Taiwan is a sovereign resolution, it’s nonetheless a disappointing one,” the State Division stated.
“Taiwan is a dependable, like-minded, and democratic associate. The PRC typically makes guarantees in trade for diplomatic relations that in the end stay unfulfilled,” it stated, referring to China by its official acronym.
Nauru – inhabitants 12,500 – is without doubt one of the world’s smallest nations and lies about 4,000km northeast of Sydney.
In making its resolution, Nauru cited United Nations Decision 2758, which recognises the PRC as a consultant of China within the international physique.
“DISTORTED NARRATIVES”
Talking to media in Taipei, Laura Rosenberger, the chair of america’ de facto embassy in Taiwan, objected to Nauru’s use of that decision to justify the diplomatic change.
“UN Decision 2758 didn’t make a willpower on the standing of Taiwan, doesn’t preclude nations from having diplomatic relations with Taiwan and doesn’t preclude Taiwan from significant participation within the UN system,” Rosenberger stated.
“It’s disappointing to see distorted narratives about UN decision 2758 getting used as a software to strain Taiwan, restrict its voice on the worldwide stage and affect its diplomatic relationships.”
China on Tuesday rebuked america’ expression of disappointment, calling it a “smear” on Beijing.
“It (america) is doing its utmost to smear and slander China’s diplomatic efforts, and placing in a phrase for Taiwan to develop its area on the worldwide stage,” overseas ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a press convention.
