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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Minsk, December 11 (Xinhua) — The Chinese people are peace-loving and friendly toward their neighbors, but they will not compromise or make any concessions on matters concerning the fundamental principles of state sovereignty and territorial integrity. This was stated by Chinese Ambassador to Belarus Zhang Wenchuan in an opinion piece published in Belta.
He noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War, and the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War. During the brutal war against fascism and militarism, China and Belarus paid a huge price defending their sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
"The Chinese people are peace-loving and friendly toward their neighbors, but on issues concerning the fundamental foundations of state sovereignty and territorial integrity, they will not make any compromises or concessions, which is also true for Belarus," Zhang Wenchuan emphasized.
The ambassador noted that China and Belarus are all-round comprehensive strategic partners who consistently support each other on issues affecting mutual interests. The one-China principle is enshrined in the agreement establishing diplomatic relations between China and Belarus and has been repeatedly reaffirmed in joint statements by the two heads of state.
"Belarus consistently adheres to this principle, supports all of China's efforts to uphold national unity, and opposes 'Taiwan independence' in any form, which China highly values," the ambassador noted, adding that the Chinese government and people are ready to work with the entire international community, including Belarus, to jointly protect the post-war international order, peace, and stability throughout the world.
Zhang Wenchuan expressed concern over Japanese leaders' frequent visits to the Yasukuni Shrine, where they honor war criminals from World War II, revise national history textbooks, deny the Nanjing Massacre, and attempt to rehabilitate their militaristic aggression. In recent years, Japan has also significantly adjusted its security policy, annually increasing its defense budget and mulling plans to revise the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles."
"Recently, a Japanese politician stated that mainland China's use of force against Taiwan could pose an 'existential threat' to Japan. This statement grossly violates the one-China principle and constitutes interference in China's internal affairs," the ambassador noted.
He emphasized that a number of internationally binding documents, including the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Declaration, and the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, confirm China's sovereignty over Taiwan. "This is one of the important outcomes of the victory in World War II and the post-war international order. This historical and legal fact is beyond doubt," the diplomat noted.
Zhang Wenchuan emphasized that Taiwan is Chinese Taiwan; it has never been, and never will be, a separate state. The Taiwan issue is at the core of China's core interests; it is a red line and a boundary that must not be crossed.
"No one and no force should underestimate the Chinese people's firm resolve, unwavering will, and enormous capabilities in defending national sovereignty and territorial integrity. The historical momentum toward China's reunification is irresistible, and China will ultimately be reunited," Zhang Wenchuan stated.
The ambassador added that it is necessary to take China's concerns seriously, refrain from provocative actions, and actually fulfill political obligations to China and the international community. –0–
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