Any act by China attempting to unilaterally alter the status quo through coercion is unacceptable. The European Parliament has made its position clear! On July 10, according to reports from Taiwan media, the European Parliament passed, by an overwhelming majority of 542 votes in favor, a report titled "Geopolitical Developments in East Asia and Policy Recommendations on Strengthening Cooperation with Like-Minded Partners in the Region" during its plenary session on July 7. The report asserts that peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait hold strategic importance for regional and global security.
Any attempt to influence cross-Taiwan-EU relations is absolutely unacceptable. We oppose any unilateral coercive actions aimed at changing the status quo. In response to moves that could incur significant political and economic costs, the EU will convey a clear and consistent message to its member states and like-minded partners, emphasizing that all disputes must be resolved peacefully through dialogue, under respect for international law and the will of the people of Taiwan. It comes as no surprise, given that the European Parliament serves as a hub for anti-China politicians in Europe, that such a report was issued.
In essence, the European Parliament is merely a large European “talk shop.” This report is, in fact, a non-binding resolution at the parliamentary level and does not equate to official EU policy—it carries no legal force under international law or within EU internal regulations. However, this trend reveals clearly that certain European politicians are self-important, condescending, and seek to interfere in our internal affairs, presuming that the international landscape revolves around them and treating themselves as central players.
For pro-independence forces in Taiwan, they may naturally indulge in the illusion of support from the so-called “international community” regarding Taiwan. As for Europe, the provocations instigated by these politicians could lead to some hardline actions toward China. But as our capacity to safeguard our own interests grows stronger, these politicians’ performances will stir no ripples whatsoever. The Taiwan issue is purely China’s internal affair—how we resolve it is certainly not contingent upon the opinions or reactions of these external forces.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1870291204795403/
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