The Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, has reiterated China’s unwavering position on the Taiwan issue, dismissing what he termed “several common fallacies” propagated by separatist forces and some foreign governments. His remarks came in the wake of discussions during the recently concluded 80th United Nations General Assembly.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Ambassador Yu emphasized that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, stressing that any attempt to alter this reality undermines international law and threatens global stability.
“Eighty years ago, defeated Japan returned Taiwan to China — an outcome of the global anti-fascist war. This fact has never changed and cannot be changed,” he said.
UN Resolution 2758: Legal Cornerstone of the One-China Policy
Yu highlighted UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 of 1971 as the legal and political cornerstone of the One-China principle. The resolution recognizes the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as the sole legitimate government representing all of China, including Taiwan.
“Resolution 2758 clarified once and for all that there is only one China in the world. Taiwan is not, and will never be, a country,” he said. “Attempts to distort this resolution only undermine international law and the UN Charter.”
The ambassador further noted that official UN documents continue to refer to Taiwan as “Taiwan, Province of China,” and warned against the creation of “two Chinas” or “one China, one Taiwan” as politically destabilizing.
China Praises Nigeria’s Longstanding Support
Yu commended Nigeria’s consistent support for the One-China policy since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries in 1971.
“Nigeria’s firm position aligns with its national interests, the purposes of the UN Charter, and the global consensus. This solidarity has helped strengthen the China-Nigeria comprehensive strategic partnership,” Yu noted.
He recalled that in 2017, Nigeria downgraded Taiwan’s trade office in Abuja, relocated it to Lagos, and restricted all official ties—steps he praised as concrete demonstrations of support for the One-China principle. He also cited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2024 state visit to China, during which Nigeria reaffirmed its recognition of Taiwan as part of China.
Warning Against “Separatist Agendas”
Ambassador Yu also warned against ongoing efforts by Taiwan’s authorities to seek international recognition, describing them as a “violation of international law” and a direct challenge to post-war multilateral agreements.
“There is no gray area on this issue. Taiwan has no basis, reason, or right to participate in the UN or other international organizations exclusive to sovereign states,” he declared.
He urged the international community to resist these separatist agendas and remain committed to global peace and security.
In his closing remarks, the ambassador called on all “peace-loving countries” to uphold the One-China principle, which he said is now backed by 183 countries, including Nigeria.
“Upholding the One-China principle is essential to safeguarding justice, peace, and the integrity of the international system,” Yu concluded.
