Explainer: Ins and outs of one-China principle
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Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen's transit through the US en route to Central American countries has sparked outrage both in China and the US. By arranging her transit, the US is trying to hollow out the one-China principle.
What is the one-China principle? And why does China maintain Taiwan is an inalienable part of its territory?
Let's break down the facts and take a brief look at history.
- China's Shenzhou XVII astronauts complete handover, returning to Earth soon
- China works to reduce compulsory education dropout rates
- China to launch anti-bullying campaign in schools
- Shanghai escalator accident: Woman out of ICU
- Chongqing Youth Film Project unites global youth
- GAC announces lawful importation approval of certain products from Taiwan