Brussels:The European Parliament has adopted a recommendation that rebuffs China's efforts to limit Taiwan's involvement in international organizations and exchanges. This recommendation, directed at the European Council, the European Commission, and the EU foreign policy chief, advocates for stronger EU-Taiwan relations, citing the strategic importance and positive benefits of such ties.

According to Focus Taiwan, the European Parliament emphasizes Taiwan's value as a partner in trade and technology, specifically rejecting China's attempts to coerce international organizations and other entities into restricting Taiwan's international participation.

The recommendation reaffirms the EU's adherence to its "One China policy" while highlighting that the EU does not support China's "One China principle." It opposes any unilateral changes to the status quo by force or coercion and any actions against the will of the Taiwanese people.

Furthermore, the recommendation urges the EU and its member states to collaborate with other democratic partners in the region for enhanced security coordination, including maintaining a naval presence and conducting joint exercises to support regional stability.

The European Commission is called upon to deter China from escalating tensions with Taiwan and to continue developing EU-Taiwan relations under the "One China policy." Dialogue and constructive engagement across the Taiwan Strait are also encouraged.

Additionally, the recommendation asks the United Nations to dismiss Chinese demands and allow Republic of China (Taiwan) passport holders to access tours and events at the U.N. It criticizes China's interpretation of U.N. Resolution 2758, which Beijing uses to support its territorial claims over Taiwan, despite the resolution not mentioning Taiwan.

The recommendation highlights the need to deepen economic and technological cooperation with Taiwan, particularly in semiconductors and cybersecurity, to bolster Europe's resilience. It also suggests the EU should prepare for negotiations on a bilateral investment agreement or a memorandum of understanding on critical supply chains with Taiwan.