Solomon officially announces diplomatic relations with China September 17th 19:53
The Solomon Islands in the South Pacific, which have had diplomatic relations with Taiwan, officially announced that they would establish diplomatic relations with China by establishing a diplomatic relationship with Taiwan. It was.
As the demand for diplomatic relations with China with overwhelming economic power in the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific increases, Prime Minister Sogabare, who took office in April, is reconsidering his relationship with Taiwan. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the Solomon Islands government has decided to make a diplomatic relationship with Taiwan.
The Solomon Islands government officially announced that it decided to establish diplomatic relations with China by issuing a statement and revising its foreign policy on the 17th.
In this context, the Solomon Islands government said, “Thanks to Taiwan's support for agriculture, education, etc. We will review foreign policy but continue to encourage trade and investment.” Economic relationship with Taiwan Stressed the idea that he wanted to continue.
On top of that, “Accepting the policy of“ one China ”, establishing diplomatic relations with China, and creating a framework for bilateral cooperation with China in the fields that have been supported by Taiwan” Showed expectations for economic support.
China is expanding its influence over the Pacific island countries through huge infrastructure support, and the traditional countries such as the United States and Australia are becoming more vigilant.