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China Lodges Diplomatic Protest

  • 19 Oct 2024

In October 2024, China formally lodged a diplomatic protest with India following the opening of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre (TECC) in Mumbai, Taiwan’s third office in the country.

Key Points

  • China Reaffirms One-China Policy: China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson emphasized that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, stressing that there is "but one China in the world."
  • Beijing strongly opposes any form of official interaction between Taiwan and countries that have diplomatic ties with China, including India.
  • Urges India to Honor Commitments: China urged India to abide by its commitments to the one-China principle, which serves as the political foundation for China-India relations.
  • TECC Expansion in India: The TECC’s Mumbai office, inaugurated on 16th Oct, adds to its existing branches in Delhi and Chennai.