News Desk
Malé, Maldives — The Maldives government on Monday reiterated its long‑standing support for Beijing’s One China Policy, reaffirming its view — held since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1972 — that the People’s Republic of China is the sole legitimate government of China and that Taiwan forms an integral part of its territory.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government noted that Malé has maintained this position since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1972.
The government framed its stance as part of a broader commitment to sovereignty, territorial integrity and the principle of non‑interference — values it said underpin the island nation’s foreign policy.
The statement also noted concern over developments that, in the government’s view, challenge these principles by encroaching on the internal affairs of sovereign states. Though it offered no indication of whom it had in mind, the remarks were issued at a moment of broader geopolitical unease across parts of the region.
Malé underscored that it remains committed to strengthening its “long‑standing friendship and partnership” with Beijing, citing shared goals of peace, mutual benefit and sustainable development. China has become one of the Maldives’ most significant development partners in recent years, financing major infrastructure projects and expanding diplomatic engagement across the archipelago.
The reaffirmation highlights steady foreign‑policy continuity for the Maldives, reinforcing its role in a region where dialogue, development and balanced engagement are becoming more central to diplomatic practice.
