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The one-China policy underscores recognition of China’s sovereignty over Taiwan.
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This position has been held by the US since 1979.
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Any country that wants to establish political and diplomatic relations with China must adhere to this principle and not recognise Taiwan as an independent country.
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China has been stepping up its threats to bring the self-governing island under its control by military force with frequent war games and aerial patrols.
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It has been using its diplomatic clout to stop Taiwan from joining any organisation that requires statehood for membership.
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Why in news?
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US President-elect Donald Trump’s statement that the US policy on Taiwan is up for negotiation and that he is not fully committed to it.
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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced that the State Department is voiding longstanding restrictions on how U.S. diplomats and others have contact with their counterparts in Taiwan.
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China reacted by saying that One China policy is non-negotiable. It also held that One China policy is the political foundation of bilateral ties between US and China and Taiwan is an inalienable part of China.