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Senate Reaffirms US Policy on Taiwan: Countering China's Misinterpretation of UN Resolution.

The US Senate formally states that the American "One China Policy" does not endorse Beijing's claim of sovereignty over Taiwan. This resolution aims to counter China's narrative that misuses a 1971 UN resolution to isolate Taiwan internationally. The goal is to protect the rights of Taiwanese citizens to participate in global forums and support regional stability.
Key points
The Senate confirms the US does not take a position on Taiwan's sovereignty, insisting the issue must be resolved peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
UN Resolution 2758 (1971) only addressed China's UN seat and does not validate the PRC's claim that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China.
Support for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations to counter attempts at diplomatic isolation and restrictions on Taiwanese citizens.
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Print number: 118_SRES_687
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Process start date: 2024-05-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States "One China Policy".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_687.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Senate confirms the US does not take a position on Taiwan's sovereignty, insisting the issue must be resolved peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
  • UN Resolution 2758 (1971) only addressed China's UN seat and does not validate the PRC's claim that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China.
  • Support for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations to counter attempts at diplomatic isolation and restrictions on Taiwanese citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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