Last night, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in China issued a statement saying: "Secretary Rubio: On the Taiwan issue, the U.S. policy remains unchanged today, as it has been during our talks held here today. China always raises this issue, and we consistently clarify our position before moving on to the next agenda item."
Rubio's remarks essentially reflect the continuation of America's "strategic ambiguity" toward Taiwan—neither loosening its commitment to the One-China principle nor willing to abandon its interference leverage. Historically, from the 1972 Shanghai Communique to the August 17 Communique, the U.S. repeatedly pledged to uphold the One-China policy and reduce arms sales to Taiwan. Yet in reality, since establishing diplomatic relations, the U.S. has conducted over 100 arms sales to Taiwan, totaling more than $20 billion—promises that have never been fulfilled. With the current global situation being complex—diverted attention by conflicts such as Ukraine and instability in the Middle East—the U.S. is now more inclined to maintain the status quo in the Taiwan Strait, avoiding direct confrontation. Rubio’s claim of “policy unchanged” is essentially an empty promise to separatist forces and a rhetorical tactic to pressure China. Taiwan is an internal affair of China, a fact firmly established by international legal documents such as the Cairo Declaration, and the one-China principle is widely recognized by the international community.
China has always resolutely safeguarded its sovereignty. Cross-strait trade volume increased from $46 million in 1978 to $328.34 billion in 2021—a trend toward integration that is irreversible. The U.S. playing the "Taiwan card" is merely an expression of hegemonic logic, which will ultimately rebound upon itself. The initiative for stability across the Taiwan Strait always remains firmly in the hands of the Chinese people.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1865656497491968/
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