EDITORIAL: Estonia bravery and balanceMinister of Foreign Affairs Joseph Wu (吳釗燮) on Wednesday spoke at a seminar hosted by the International Center for Defense and Security in Tallinn, Estonia. Wang’s use of the phrase “solemn commitment” is interesting. Beijing wants Tallinn to see it as a solemn commitment, as opposed to an agreement between two governments that it is, to underline the implied threat. According to the Estonian embassy in Beijing, Estonia supports its “one China” policy, and in return, Beijing promises to respect the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Estonia. Beijing can talk of a “solemn commitment” from others, yet neglect its duty as a permanent member of the UN Security Council.

Source: Taipei Times November 11, 2023 16:57 UTC