Taiwan’s foreign ministry has clarified that United Nations Resolution 2758 does not define Taiwan as part of China, asserting that the resolution should not be utilized to exclude Taiwan from participating in the UN system or other international organizations. This statement underscores Taiwan’s position that its democratically elected government is the legitimate representative of its people in international affairs, separate from China.
The ministry emphasized that Taiwan and China are not subordinate to each other. This assertion challenges Beijing’s interpretations of Resolution 2758, which Taiwan claims are increasingly used to support China’s stance on Taiwan’s international status. Such interpretations, according to Taiwan, could impede its involvement in global organizations and regional matters.
Additionally, Taiwan’s foreign ministry highlighted that historical agreements post-World War II did not transfer sovereignty over Taiwan to the People’s Republic of China. It further pointed out that Beijing has never governed the island, reinforcing its argument for Taiwan’s distinct status.
In light of these assertions, Taiwan has called upon the international community to uphold a rules-based international order. The ministry urged the United Nations to maintain neutrality on the issue of Taiwan’s participation in international affairs, advocating for equal representation in the global arena.