Taiwan Refutes Putin's Claim of Its Subordination to China

  Midjourney

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has rebuked Russian President Vladimir Putin’s assertion that Taiwan is a part of China. The Russian leader made the claim during a press conference at his election headquarters, where he declared his landslide victory with 87% of the votes for a new six-year term.

Putin’s Take on Taiwan

Answering a question about the future of Russian-Chinese relations during his new term, Putin mentioned that China was developing rapidly and becoming more innovative. He commended China’s active role on the international stage and their global friendships. However, Putin criticized the “unfriendly countries” that he accused of causing “provocations around Taiwan.” He then claimed that Taiwan was an inherent part of the People’s Republic of China.

Taiwan’s Response

In response to Putin’s comments, the MOFA issued a statement emphasizing Taiwan’s independence. The statement reaffirmed Taiwan as a “sovereign and independent country” that is not subordinate to the People’s Republic of China, a fact which has been widely recognized by the international community for many years.

The MOFA also highlighted Taiwan’s recent presidential elections held on January 13, 2024, which were conducted in a fair, just, and open manner. The ministry stated that the success of these elections demonstrated Taiwan as a sovereign nation with a mature and stable democratic system, a fact widely acknowledged and affirmed by the international community.

MOFA’s Concluding Remarks

The ministry concluded their statement by affirming that any attempts to distort Taiwan’s sovereignty status will not affect the internationally recognized cross-strait status quo. Putin’s claim and Taiwan’s firm rejection of it underscores the ongoing complexities and sensitivities surrounding Taiwan’s international status.