China has strongly condemned a visit by Lin Chia-lung, head of the Taiwan region's foreign affairs authorities, to New York during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session, calling it a violation of the one-China principle. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated Thursday that the U.S. decision to allow the visit provided a platform for 'Taiwan independence' separatist activities, warning it 'sends a gravely wrong signal' to destabilizing forces.
Guo emphasized that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory and accused the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities of exploiting the UNGA to seek foreign support for separatist agendas. 'No good will come of their unjust cause,' he said, urging countries maintaining unofficial ties with Taiwan to avoid being 'manipulated by separatist forces.'
The spokesperson reiterated Beijing's commitment to peaceful reunification, asserting that the international community's adherence to the one-China principle remains 'unshakable.' Cross-strait tensions have risen amid increased U.S.-Taiwan interactions, with China framing such exchanges as interference in its internal affairs.
Analysts note the timing highlights ongoing geopolitical friction, as Taiwan seeks international visibility while Beijing intensifies diplomatic efforts to isolate the island. The Chinese mainland has repeatedly warned against formalizing unofficial foreign engagements with Taiwan, which it views as a red line.
