The statement was made in a document during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Brasilia
The government of (PT) expressed its support for the efforts for peaceful reunification with . This statement was made in a document during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Brasília. The position generated a negative reaction from Taiwan’s representation in Brazil, with ambassador Benito Liao stating that the notion that Taiwan is part of China does not match historical and legal reality. In the official statement, Brazil reaffirmed the One China principle, recognizing Taiwan as an inseparable part of Chinese territory. This stance marks a change in relation to Lula’s visit to Beijing in April 2023, when Brazil had limited itself to supporting only peaceful relations between the two regions.
Ambassador Liao asked the Brazilian government for a more flexible approach to relations with Taiwan, highlighting that the island has the characteristics of a sovereign country. Since 1974, Brazil has adopted the principle of the existence of a single China, a demand that comes from Beijing. China considers Taiwan a rebel territory and seeks its reunification, while the island operates under its own government and a democratic system. Taiwan has the support of Western nations, especially the United States, which are committed to defending it in the event of an invasion. Furthermore, China has intensified its military maneuvers near Taiwan and has worked to reduce the number of countries that maintain diplomatic relations with the island.
Published by Sarah Paula
*Report produced with the help of AI
