China has accused the United States of a “serious regression” in its position on Taiwan after the State Department updated its website to remove a reference to Taiwan’s independence. The removal of the phrase “we do not support Taiwan independence” was met with criticism from China and praise from Taiwan. China urged the U.S. to correct the mistake and stop supporting Taiwan independence. The U.S. clarified that its position on Taiwan independence had not changed and reiterated its commitment to its “one China” policy.
Taiwan, a self-ruling democracy, rejects Beijing’s sovereignty claims and considers itself an independent country. The U.S., while not having official relations with Taiwan, is a key supporter of the island and provides it with defensive weapons. The State Department also added references to Taiwan’s cooperation with a Pentagon technology project and affirmed support for Taiwan’s participation in international organizations.
Recent tensions between China and Taiwan have been escalating, with China sending warplanes and naval vessels near the island almost daily. The U.S. has shown support for Taiwan, with two U.S. Navy ships sailing through the Taiwan Strait and a Canadian warship doing the same. Despite these actions, the U.S. remains committed to peaceful resolution of differences between China and Taiwan and preserving peace and stability in the region.
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