China Urges Philippines to Uphold One-China Principle Amid Taiwan's Plan for Cebu Office
Beijing calls on Manila to avoid actions that could harm bilateral relations as Taiwan prepares to open a new office in Cebu.
China has called on the Philippines to reaffirm its commitment to the one-China principle following reports that Taiwan is preparing to open a new office in Cebu, the Philippines' second-largest city, according to Anadolu Agency.
Chinese officials said Beijing opposes any move that could be seen as expanding Taiwan's international presence or engagement with foreign governments, warning that such actions could complicate relations between China and the Philippines.
Beijing urged Manila to refrain from steps it said could harm bilateral ties, according to the report, though it did not specify what measures it might take in response to the planned office.
Taiwan has not issued a public statement regarding the purpose or timeline of the proposed Cebu office, according to the report.
China considers Taiwan an inseparable part of its territory and regularly urges countries that maintain diplomatic relations with Beijing, including the Philippines, to limit official contact with Taipei in line with the one-China policy.
The Philippines formally recognizes Beijing under the one-China policy but maintains informal trade and cultural ties with Taiwan, as do many countries in the region.
Sources
- Beijing urges Philippines to uphold 1-China principle as Taiwan prepares to open Cebu office — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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