Amidst the tension between China and Taiwan, the US has spoken of all possible cooperation to Taiwan. Now Europe has also spoken of help to Taiwan.
The official European delegation has said that Taiwan is not a diplomatically isolated and isolated island. The delegation called for bold action from the European Union and Taiwan to strengthen ties.
Let us tell you that Taiwan does not have formal relations with any European country except Vatican City. But Taiwan wants to build stronger ties with European countries. Senior Taiwanese officials have said this many times.
This visit of the European delegation to Taiwan is taking place at a time when Taiwan is constantly facing increasing pressure from Beijing. In October, China sent about 200 fighter jets to Taiwan’s airspace. China has consistently claimed Taiwan and has not ruled out forced military action to annex Taiwan.
Rafael Glucksmann, a French member of the European Parliament, has told Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen that we have come here with a very clear message. Taiwan is not alone. Europe stands with you. Glucksman has further said that this journey of ours should be considered as an important first step.
To build a strong relationship between Taiwan and Europe, we need many high-level meetings, concrete steps and a solid agenda.
Taiwan’s President Tsai has said that we look forward to establishing a democratic coalition against propaganda. We believe that Taiwan and Europe can continue to strengthen partnership in all areas.
Beijing has been buoyed by the visit of Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Joseph Wu to Europe in October. After this visit, China had told European countries that relations with China would be affected.
