United Nations: Taiwan as China's Province
Taiwan is a province of China, aligning with the UN General Assembly resolution of 1971
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Taiwan is a province of China, says UN chief's spokesperson.
China is conducting a military 'exercise' right now and has surrounded the island.
UN Reaffirms Taiwan as China's Province
The United Nations reiterated its stance that Taiwan is a province of China, aligning with the UN General Assembly resolution of 1971. This declaration was made by the UN chief's spokesperson, emphasizing that Taiwan is not recognized as a sovereign nation by the UN. The announcement comes amid military exercises conducted by China around Taiwan, sparking international attention and debate.
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