Since 1979, the U.S. has acknowledged Beijing's claim that Taiwan is part of China in a "one China" policy. Because there are no formal diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Taiwan, the call didn't follow protocol.
"We have noticed relevant reports and lodged solemn representation with the relevant side in the United States," said a statement Saturday from China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang. "I must point out that there is only one China in the world and Taiwan is an inseparable part of the Chinese territory ... The 'one China' principle is the political foundation of China-U.S. relations.
"We urge the relevant side in the U.S. to adhere to the 'one China' policy, abide by the pledges in the three joint China-U.S. communiques, and handle issues related to Taiwan carefully and properly to avoid causing unnecessary interference to the overall China-U.S. relationship."
Also, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi earlier Saturday labeled the call from Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen "a shenanigan by the Taiwan side."
"The 'one China' policy is the cornerstone of a healthy China-U.S. relationship. I hope this political foundation won't be disrupted or damaged," he said during a foreign policy seminar.
[upi.com]
4/12/16
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