South Asia sides with China after Taiwan’s elections

Following Taiwan’s general elections in January 2024, where the Democratic Progressive Party won a third term, South Asian countries released a range of statements supporting China’s claim that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory, and on upholding ‘One China’ principle. The outpour of support showcases Beijing’s use of economic and political influence in the region to control the discourse over Taiwan.

A spokesperson from Afghanistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the country was committed to the…