Uzbekistan expressed its support for the “One China” principle

Uzbekistan has declared its endorsement of the "One China" principle and confirmed its vigilant observation of the Taiwan elections. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed unwavering support for the notion that the People's Republic of China is the sole legitimate government, emphasizing Taiwan's integral status within China.

The official statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted Uzbekistan's commitment to the peaceful relations between mainland China and Taiwan. The country also expressed support for the People's Republic of China's efforts to achieve national unification.

Notably, Taiwan declared independence in 1949 after Kuomintang forces, led by Chang Kai-shi, retreated there post their defeat in the Chinese Civil War. Despite Taiwan's self-declaration, Beijing regards it as a province of the People's Republic of China. Many nations adhere to the "One China" principle, although the United States, while recognizing it, supplies military weapons to Taiwan.

On January 13, Taiwan elected the head of administration and legislative yuan deputies. Lai Sinde of the Democratic Progressive Party emerged victorious, securing 40.05 percent of the vote. The Kuomintang Party's Hou Yue received 33.49 percent, and the Taiwan People's Party's Ke Wenchje got 26.46 percent. President Joe Biden clarified that the United States does not support Taiwan's independence.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China asserted that Taiwan remains an internal matter of the People's Republic of China, regardless of any changes on the island.