Antigua and Barbuda has joined the list of Caribbean countries who have expressed their support for the “One China policy” in the aftermath of Taiwanese elections.
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) stated on Sunday evening that Antigua and Barbuda “has never shifted allegiance to the Peoples Republic of China” since its independence in 1981.
According to the Office of the President of the Republic of China, there is “universal consensus” in the world community that “Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, and the Government of the People’s Republic of China is the sole legal government representing the entire country.” The outcome of the Taiwanese elections should not change the dynamic process or future direction of cross-strait ties.”
Antigua and Barbuda stated that it is dedicated to the international principles of non-interference in sovereign states’ internal affairs. They asked other countries to let China handle its disputes with Taiwan.
According to the OPM, Antigua and Barbuda supports China’s efforts to reunify with Taiwan based on the “One China policy.”
President-elect Lai Ching-te succeeds Tsai Ing-wen, who was unable to run for re-election due to term constraints.
