China has issued a forceful rebuke of European Parliament members' recent visit to the Taiwan region, calling it a violation of diplomatic norms and a threat to bilateral trust. A spokesperson for the Chinese Mission to the EU stated the visit 'seriously undermines the political foundation of China-EU relations,' emphasizing Taiwan's status as an inalienable part of Chinese territory under the one-China principle.
'This reckless action constitutes blatant interference in China's internal affairs,' the spokesperson said, noting formal diplomatic protests had been lodged with EU authorities. The statement highlighted that 183 countries, including EU member states, officially recognize the one-China principle through established diplomatic ties with Beijing.
The development comes amid growing scrutiny of cross-strait dynamics, with analysts warning such visits could embolden separatist forces in Taiwan. The Chinese spokesperson urged EU institutions to 'immediately correct their mistakes' and avoid actions that might destabilize regional peace.
Observers suggest the diplomatic friction could impact ongoing EU-China trade negotiations, particularly in sensitive sectors like semiconductor manufacturing where Taiwan plays a strategic role. The Chinese mainland remains Taiwan's largest trading partner, with cross-strait commerce exceeding $300 billion annually.
