Following the opening of Taiwan’s de facto consulate in Mumbai, China has urged India to exercise caution on matters related to Taiwan, warning against actions that could negatively impact the ongoing improvement of Sino-Indian relations.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, during a press conference, reiterated China’s firm opposition to any state’s official engagement with Taiwan.
This statement came in response to the establishment of Taiwan’s de facto consulate in Mumbai, which has added tension to the bilateral relationship between China and India.
Taiwanese authorities, in turn, reject China’s claims of sovereignty over the island and its representation in international affairs.
“The One China principle is a significant political commitment for India and the political cornerstone of China-India relations” Mao Ning emphasized, urging India to honor its commitments, handle Taiwan-related matters prudently, and avoid engaging in any official ties with Taiwan.
