Focus Taiwan
Date: 2018/03/20
By: Leaf Chiang, Rita Cheng and Christie Chen
Washington, March 19 (CNA) The United States on Monday reiterated its commitment to
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the one-China policy in response to Beijing’s protest over the recent passing of a bill that encourages visits between government officials of the U.S. and Taiwan.
“The United States remains committed to our one-China policy based on the three joint communiques and the Taiwan Relations Act,” a U.S. Department of State spokesperson said by email to CNA, in reply to questions about the U.S.’s response to China’s opposition.
“We consider Taiwan to be a vital partner, a democratic success story, and a force for good in the world,” the spokesperson said.
“Consistent with that view and with the Taiwan Relations Act, the United States for decades has maintained robust unofficial contacts, including through reciprocal visits by high-level U.S. government and Taiwan representatives,” according to the spokesperson.
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