"Discord with the World"... EU Adopts Resolution Condemning China's Military Actions in Taiwan

(Photo by Reuters)

[Asia Economy Reporter Yujin Cho] On the 15th (local time), the European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning China's military actions in the Taiwan Strait and urging closer cooperation with Taiwan.

On that day, the European Parliament announced in a statement that the resolution was passed with overwhelming support of 424 votes in favor, 14 against, and 46 abstentions.

The resolution first condemned China for intensifying military and economic pressure that could destabilize the Taiwan Strait and regional security. It defined China's military actions against Taiwan as revealing intentions for future plans and criticized these actions for causing discord with the world.

It also pointed out that China's recent military provocations and economic retaliations against Taiwan were planned, noting that Chinese leadership, including President Xi Jinping, is waiting for the right moment to initiate actions against Taiwan.

The resolution applauded the Taiwanese government and political leaders for their "prudent and responsible response" to China's provocations. It also urged the European Union to play a stronger role when situations arise in the Taiwan Strait and the Indo-Pacific region.

Earlier, in early last month, China conducted large-scale live-fire drills encircling Taiwan following the surprise visit of Nancy Pelosi, the third highest-ranking official in the U.S. power hierarchy, to Taiwan. China pressured Taiwan with military provocations such as crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entering Taiwan's Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ).

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed sincere gratitude, saying it "warmly welcomes the EU's resolution supporting Taiwan."

Meanwhile, the small European country Lithuania ignored China's adherence to the "One China" principle and opened a representative office in Taiwan on the 12th. With Lithuania added, currently 16 EU member states have representative offices in Taiwan.

This is the first establishment of a Taiwanese diplomatic mission in Europe in 18 years, and the office uses the name "Taiwan" instead of "Taipei," which is regarded as a diplomatic achievement for Taiwan. China has opposed the use of the name "Taiwan" citing the One China principle.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.