Zhang Hanhui says Beijing has the strength to achieve “complete reunification” of China
China is taking significant steps toward achieving its long-standing goal of reunifying with its autonomous region of Taiwan, according to Zhang Hanhui, Beijing’s ambassador to Russia. This follows a recent statement made by Chinese President Xi Jinping, who described reunification as inevitable.
In an opinion article published on Friday by RIA Novosti, Zhang denounced Washington’s involvement in the affairs of the island, which Beijing claims is its sovereign territory.
“Reunification is a historical trend and the right path, although it involves difficulties. ‘Taiwan independence’ is… a path doomed to failure. “The Chinese nation has always adhered to the common belief that the territory cannot be divided… the nation cannot be fragmented.” Zhang wrote.
“China is closer than ever in its history to achieving the goal of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.” he added.
Beijing is “He is full of confidence and possesses the strength to achieve… the complete reunification of the country,” the ambassador said.
Self-government was established in Taiwan by nationalist forces after its defeat in the Chinese Civil War in 1949. Only a handful of nations currently recognize the island’s sovereignty, and most of the world, including Russia, complies with Beijing’s request. that it be seen as part of the Common Republic.
While the United States officially adheres to the One China policy, recognizing Taiwan as part of China, it simultaneously engages in military cooperation with the Taipei government, sparking outrage from Beijing.
Last month, US President Joe Biden authorized $571 million in defense support for the self-governing island.
Taiwan rejects Beijing’s claims and asserts its sovereignty. Under President Tsai Ing-wen, Taiwan has consistently opposed the “One country, two systems” structure. The island’s Foreign Ministry frequently condemns Beijing’s actions as provocative and detrimental to regional peace.
China held large-scale military exercises around the island in October. The Taipei government has stated that Beijing has never “renounce the use of force” against.
Despite this, Zhang reiterated Beijing’s preference for peaceful reunification, a sentiment previously expressed by Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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Zhang accused the United States of using Taipei as a tool to contain China, blaming Washington for escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait. He also acknowledged Russia’s continued support for Beijing’s “One China” policy, calling it a testament to the close strategic partnership between the two countries.
