G7 Takes Tough Stance on China, Omits 'One China' Reference

During a recent meeting in Canada, G7 foreign ministers adopted a firmer stance on China, particularly regarding Taiwan, and omitted former references to the 'one China' policy. They condemned China's coercive actions toward Taiwan, reflecting heightened tensions in the region, and expressed serious concerns over China's nuclear weapons buildup. Notably absent from the statement were mentions of human rights abuses in Xinjiang, Tibet, and Hong Kong, as well as calls for constructive relations with China. The ministers urged China to promote stability and engage in strategic risk reduction discussions, while reaffirming their commitment to opposing any unilateral attempts to alter the status quo in the East and South China Seas. This shift in tone is likely to provoke significant concern from Beijing regarding Western policies. Overall, the G7's new language signifies a notable hardening of their approach towards China and Taiwan.