Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2018-02-22

China and the Vatican are reportedly in talks to sign an agreement soon on the

appointment of Catholic bishops in China. That would overcome the biggest hurdle for the two sides in forming official diplomatic ties.

Taiwan’s foreign ministry spokesperson Andrew Lee said that China and the Vatican have not yet discussed political ties.

Lee said, “The foreign ministry and ambassador to the Vatican are watching closely the dialogue between the Holy See and China. The current progress has covered church affairs. The two sides have not begun to discuss political matters.”

Lee said that Taiwan is facing many diplomatic challenges and its diplomats are watching relevant affairs very closely. Taiwan currently has 20 official diplomatic allies. The Holy See is the only ally in Europe.    [SOURCE]