Belize Stands With Taiwan as China’s Actions Escalate 

The government of Belize today reaffirmed its solidarity with the people and government of the Republic of China (Taiwan).

In a statement, the Belizean government expressed “concern over the recent escalation of actions by the People’s Republic of China in the Taiwan Strait. These actions pose a threat to international peace and stability in the region and undermine the right to self-determination upheld by the people of the Republic of China (Taiwan).”

As we have reported, tensions are escalating in the Taiwan Strait, as China has initiated two days of military drills encircling Taiwan, only days after the democracy inaugurated a new leader who has long been disfavored by Beijing.

China’s military says the drills are designed to test its ability to “seize power” over Taiwan.

Belize is urging the People’s Republic of China to cease these provocations to prevent further escalation of tensions and to respect the democratic values cherished by the people of Taiwan.

“Belize stands in solidarity with the people and Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan).”