EU-Taiwan political relations and cooperation: Speec...

We, Europeans, have an interest in preserving the status quo in the Taiwan Strait. The European Union encourages everyone to engage in a dialogue and avoid any unilateral actions that may increase tensions around the Strait.

This is key for the peace and stability of the region and for the European Union’s interests. And we will continue voicing concerns in our contacts with China and publicly, and step up coordination with like-minded partners, such as in the G7.

As the report says, the European Union has an interest in enhancing relations and cooperation with Taiwan, within the framework of its One China policy. Taiwan is a like-minded partner and the European Union will continue supporting its system of governance based on democracy, the rule of law and human rights, its open society and market economy.

The European Union will also continue strengthening people-to-people relations.