China claims strength to complete reunification with Taiwan
- According to Zhang Hanhui, significant progress is being made by China towards the reunification goal with Taiwan.
- Most of the world, including Russia, recognizes Taiwan as part of China, while only a few nations acknowledge its sovereignty.
- The relationship between China and Taiwan remains a point of contention, with ongoing tensions further complicated by U.S. military involvement.
In recent months, significant developments have arisen regarding the relationship between China and Taiwan. Zhang Hanhui, Beijing's ambassador to Russia, declared that China is making notable progress toward what they see as the inevitable reunification of Taiwan with the mainland. This assertion follows remarks made by Chinese President Xi Jinping earlier, underlining the importance of unification as a strategic goal for China, which has fueled tensions in the region. The situation is complicated by the United States' involvement in Taiwan, as Washington maintains a policy of supporting Taiwan militarily while recognizing the One-China principle. Taiwan has been self-governing since the conclusion of the Chinese Civil War in 1949, when nationalist forces took refuge on the island after their defeat. Following this event, the Beijing government has persistently insisted that Taiwan is part of its territory, despite the island's government asserting its sovereignty. The current administration in Taiwan, led by President Tsai Ing-wen, has rejected China's overtures for reunification, firmly opposing the