While the entire world is welcoming the New Year with wishes of peace and prosperity, tensions between China and Taiwan have made headlines in 2025 as well. Chinese President Xi Jinping made a big statement on Taiwan in his New Year message, due to which the discussion on this disputed area again intensified.
Xi Jinping’s statement on Taiwan: What did he say?
1. Described Taiwan as ‘one family’
Xi Jinping said in his address that the Chinese living on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family. he insisted:
“No one can break the bond of kinship between us.”
2. Reiteration of the ‘One China’ policy
China considers Taiwan an integral part of its mainland and makes the ‘One China’ policy its diplomatic priority.
- Xi Jinping made reintegrating Taiwan into China a priority for his third term.
- It is from China Major military and diplomatic strategies Is considered part of.
3. Concern of the global community
Xi’s statement has aroused concern not only in Taiwan but also in the international community. The US, Japan and other countries have already made statements in support of Taiwan independence.
China’s foreign policy: global influence and role
1. Cooperation with the ‘Global South’
Xi Jinping in his address global south Emphasized on strengthening cooperation with the countries.
- He said China is actively working to improve global governance.
- China expressed commitment to maintaining world peace and stability.
2. China as a ‘responsible country’
Xi gave China a responsible global power Presented as. He said China is contributing to finding solutions to global issues, be it climate change or the global economy.
China’s economic situation: assurance to the public
1. Economic challenges after Covid-19
- China’s economy witnessed a decline after the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Problems in the real estate sector and rising unemployment became major challenges.
2. Focus on GDP and grain production
- Xi said that in 2024, China’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) It is expected to reach 130 trillion yuan (about 18.08 trillion US dollars).
- He told that grain yield It has exceeded 70 crore tonnes.
3. Electric Vehicle Export
China’s electric vehicle industry has shown strength in the global market.
- However, import duties imposed by the US and EU have dealt a blow to the sector.
Donald Trump’s return: New challenge for China
1. Policies of Trump’s first term
- Donald Trump had imposed import duty of more than US $ 380 billion on China during his first term.
- He accused China of cheating the US and unfair trade practices.
2. Trump’s new threats
In his recent election campaign, Trump:
- 60% duty on sugar imports Said to install it.
- Called for a ban on Chinese technology companies.
- Blamed China for the Covid-19 pandemic.
3. Impact on China-US trade relations
Trump’s return may further strain America’s trade and diplomatic relations with China.
China’s strategy on Taiwan: military and diplomatic steps
1. Military pressure
China has intensified its military exercises around Taiwan.
- The activities of the Chinese Navy and Air Force have increased in the Taiwan Strait.
- This step has been taken to create psychological pressure on Taiwan.
2. Diplomatic efforts
China has adopted a strategy to isolate Taiwan internationally.
- It has exerted economic and political pressure to reduce the number of Taiwan’s diplomatic allies.
