Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed Beijing's stance on cross-strait relations during a high-profile press conference at Beijing's Great Hall of the People on March 8, 2026. "Taiwan has been an integral part of China since ancient times. It never was, is not and never will be a country," stated Wang, who also serves on the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee.
The remarks came during the annual parliamentary session of the National People's Congress, where Wang outlined China's foreign policy priorities. The veteran diplomat emphasized that the One-China principle remains "the political foundation for maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait."
Analysts suggest the statement addresses recent discussions about Taiwan's status in international organizations. Wang's comments align with China's consistent position that any official exchanges between the Taiwan region and other countries must adhere to the One-China framework.
The press conference occurred amid heightened global interest in Asian security dynamics, with multiple delegations from developing countries attending this year's NPC sessions as observers.
