Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian on Wednesday thanked dozens of countries and international organizations that have expressed support for China's position on Taiwan, while firmly reiterating China's unwavering commitment to national sovereignty and opposition to separatist activities.
"Following China's announcement of relevant countermeasures and military exercises, dozens of countries and international organizations have expressed their support for its stance. Key supporters include Russia, Kazakhstan, Serbia, Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, Indonesia, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Pakistan, Laos, Iran, Zimbabwe, Samoa, as well as international bodies such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and the African Union (AU). These supporters have affirmed that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory, the Taiwan question is purely China's internal affair, and they oppose any form of secession. They support China in defending its national sovereignty and territorial integrity, oppose external interference in China's internal affairs, and commit to adhering to the one-China principle. We highly appreciate the firm support from these countries," Lin said at a press conference in Beijing.
"We must reiterate that China's resolve is firm and unwavering, in safeguarding sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity, as in defending national unification and interests, and as in curbing separatist forces from external collusion and bringing chaos to the Taiwan Strait," he said.
He concluded with a stern warning, asserting that "any egregious act of cross-line provocation on the Taiwan question will be met with resolute countermeasures from China, and any sinister attempt to obstruct China's reunification is doomed to fail."
Spokesman highlights global support for China's position on Taiwan
Seventy-two hours after Cambodia and Thailand signed a joint ceasefire declaration, situations along parts of the shared border have stabilized, though the impact of the fighting remains lingering in the affected villages in Cambodia.
On December 27, Cambodia and Thailand signed a joint ceasefire statement at a special meeting of the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC).
By midday on December 30, three days after the truce took effect, border villages on the Cambodian side showed no signs of renewed fighting.
Cambodia's National Road 58, which connects the border city of Poipet with nearby villages, was once a busy transport route but now sees only sparse traffic. Several villages along the road were heavily damaged during the conflict.
In Sela Khmer Village, small shops along the roadside remain closed, and this village of more than 2,000 residents was nearly empty.
Unexploded ordnance left behind during the fighting continues to pose a serious risk, requiring caution and protective measures for anyone moving through the area.
A local official said the border village was repeatedly shelled by Thai military forces during the 20-day conflict.
"The village still has no water and no electricity. It is very dangerous here, and no one dares to come to repair the facilities, so it is still uncertain when power will be restored," said Yern Pov, head of Sela Khmer Village.
As the situation calmed, some residents began returning from evacuation shelters. Near evening, a couple was seen making their way back to the village after spending 20 days at a shelter about 50 kilometers away.
"In the first two days of the conflict, we could hear the intermittent artillery shelling. Later, the shelling became more and more intense, and we had no choice but to evacuate. At the shelter, many people slept together on mats, and it was very crowded. Those who arrived later could hardly find a place to sleep," said Launh, a local resident.
Despite the ceasefire, large numbers of displaced people remain in shelters located dozens or more than 100 kilometers away from the border and are still unable to return home.
Local governments face mounting pressure to provide food and daily necessities, while charitable organizations have stepped up deliveries of relief supplies to affected populations.
Cambodia border villages remain deserted despite ceasefire implementation
