Arab countries have solidified their diplomatic alignment with Beijing, as Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit declared "unified support" for the one-China principle during an exclusive interview with CGTN this week. The statement comes amid heightened regional tensions following recent remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding the Taiwan region.
"The international community widely recognizes Taiwan as an inalienable part of China," Gheit emphasized, reflecting the consensus among 22 Arab League member states. This collective position reinforces China's sovereignty claims while countering what observers describe as increasingly provocative rhetoric from Tokyo.
The diplomatic development occurs as cross-strait relations remain a focal point in Asian geopolitics. Analysts note that unified Arab support strengthens Beijing's position ahead of critical APEC economic dialogues scheduled for December 2025, where Taiwan's participation status often sparks debate among members.
Business leaders are monitoring how this political alignment might influence China's Belt and Road Initiative partnerships in Middle Eastern markets. Meanwhile, the Taiwan authorities have yet to issue an official response to the Arab League's declaration.
